Hotmail server settings and backup options

Here are the Hotmail server settings and backup options:

Server Settings:

To set up your Hotmail account on a device or email client, you'll need to know the following server settings:

• Incoming (IMAP) Server: imap-mail.outlook.com
• Outgoing (SMTP) Server: smtp-mail.outlook.com
• Port: 993 (IMAP) or 587 (SMTP)
• Encryption: SSL/TLS
• Username: Your full Hotmail email address (e.g., [yourname]@hotmail.com)
• Password: Your Hotmail account password

Backup Options:

To ensure your Hotmail emails are backed up, you can use the following methods:

1. Microsoft's Automatic Backup: Microsoft automatically backs up your Hotmail emails every 30 days. You can access these backups by signing in to your Hotmail account and clicking on the "Settings" icon (represented by a gear) in the top right corner. Then, click on "View all Outlook settings" and select "Mail" > "Accounts" > "Your email account" > "Account settings" > "Back up your account."
2. Third-Party Backup Services: There are several third-party backup services that can help you back up your Hotmail emails, such as:
   • Backupify: A cloud-based backup service that supports Hotmail accounts.
   • Spanning Cloud Apps: A cloud-based backup service that supports Hotmail accounts.
   • CodeTwo Backup for Office 365: A backup service specifically designed for Office 365 accounts, including Hotmail.
3. Local Backup: You can also back up your Hotmail emails locally using a third-party email client like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird. These clients allow you to download your emails and store them on your local device.

Additional Tips:

• Make sure to regularly back up your Hotmail emails to prevent data loss in case your account is compromised or you need to recover your emails.
• Consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security to your Hotmail account.
• If you're using a third-party backup service, ensure that you understand their terms of service and data retention policies.