Download outlook express for yahoo mail

Outlook Express is an older email client that was discontinued by Microsoft in 2007. However, you can still download and use it to access your Yahoo Mail account. Here's how:

Note: Before you start, please be aware that Outlook Express is no longer supported by Microsoft, and it may not work properly with modern operating systems or internet connections.

Step 1: Download Outlook Express

You can download Outlook Express from various websites that still host the software. Here are a few options:

  1. OldVersion.com: This website offers a download link for Outlook Express 6.0, which is the last version available.
  2. FileHippo.com: This website also offers a download link for Outlook Express 6.0.
  3. Softonic.com: This website offers a download link for Outlook Express 5.5.

Step 2: Set up Outlook Express

Once you've downloaded and installed Outlook Express, follow these steps to set up your Yahoo Mail account:

  1. Launch Outlook Express and click on "Tools" > "Accounts" > "Add a new account".
  2. Select "POP3" as the account type and enter the following settings:
    • Account name: Your Yahoo Mail address (e.g., [yourname]@yahoo.com)
    • Email address: Your Yahoo Mail address (e.g., [yourname]@yahoo.com)
    • POP3 server: pop.mail.yahoo.com
    • SMTP server: smtp.mail.yahoo.com
    • Username: Your Yahoo Mail address (e.g., [yourname]@yahoo.com)
    • Password: Your Yahoo Mail password
  3. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Step 3: Configure your Yahoo Mail settings

To access your Yahoo Mail account in Outlook Express, you'll need to configure some additional settings:

  1. Go to "Tools" > "Accounts" > "Your Yahoo Mail account" > "Properties".
  2. In the "Properties" window, click on the "Advanced" tab.
  3. Under "Server settings", select "Use the following server" and enter the following settings:
    • POP3 server: pop.mail.yahoo.com
    • SMTP server: smtp.mail.yahoo.com
    • Port: 110 (for POP3) or 587 (for SMTP)
  4. Click "OK" to save the changes.

That's it! You should now be able to access your Yahoo Mail account using Outlook Express. However, please note that Outlook Express may not work properly with modern internet connections or operating systems, and you may encounter issues or compatibility problems.