Hotmail unable to send email

Frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some common reasons why Hotmail might be unable to send emails:

  1. Outdated browser or operating system: Make sure you're using a supported browser and operating system. Hotmail recommends using the latest versions of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari.
  2. Internet connection issues: Check your internet connection to ensure it's stable and working properly. Try restarting your router or modem if you're experiencing connectivity issues.
  3. Email account settings: Verify that your email account settings are correct. Go to Settings > Accounts > Your email account > Edit > Advanced settings. Ensure that the "Outgoing server" settings are correct, including the server name, port number, and authentication method.
  4. Server issues: Hotmail might be experiencing server issues. Try checking the Hotmail status page or Twitter account for any known outages or maintenance.
  5. Spam filters: Your email provider's spam filters might be blocking the email. Try whitelisting Hotmail's IP addresses or contacting your email provider's support team for assistance.
  6. Email content: Check the email content to ensure it's not too large or contains any attachments that might be causing issues. Try sending a simple text-only email to test if the issue persists.
  7. Account restrictions: Hotmail might have placed restrictions on your account due to suspicious activity or policy violations. Contact Hotmail support to resolve any account issues.
  8. Firewall or antivirus software: Firewalls or antivirus software might be blocking the email. Try temporarily disabling these programs to see if the issue resolves.
  9. Email client issues: If you're using an email client like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, try updating the client or switching to a different email client to see if the issue persists.

To troubleshoot the issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Log out of Hotmail and log back in to ensure you're authenticated correctly.
  2. Try sending an email from a different device or browser to rule out any device-specific issues.
  3. Check your email account's spam folder to see if the email was sent to the spam folder instead of the inbox.
  4. Contact Hotmail support for further assistance. You can reach out to them through their website or by clicking the "Help" link at the top of the Hotmail page.

I hope these steps help you resolve the issue and get your Hotmail account sending emails again!