How do i change port settings in windows 10 mail

To change port settings in Windows 10 Mail, you'll need to configure the account settings. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Method 1: Change port settings for a specific account

1. Open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device.
2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner to open the Settings menu.
3. Select "Manage accounts" from the menu.
4. Click on the account you want to modify (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, etc.).
5. Click on the "Advanced" tab.
6. Scroll down to the "Server settings" section.
7. Click on the "Incoming mail" and "Outgoing mail" dropdown menus and select the desired port numbers (e.g., 993 for IMAP or 587 for SMTP).
8. Click "Save" to apply the changes.

Method 2: Change port settings for all accounts

1. Open the Mail app on your Windows 10 device.
2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner to open the Settings menu.
3. Select "Manage accounts" from the menu.
4. Click on "Account settings" at the top of the window.
5. Click on the "Server settings" tab.
6. Scroll down to the "Incoming mail" and "Outgoing mail" sections.
7. Click on the "Port" dropdown menus and select the desired port numbers (e.g., 993 for IMAP or 587 for SMTP).
8. Click "Save" to apply the changes.

Common port settings:

• IMAP (Incoming Mail): 993 (default) or 143
• SMTP (Outgoing Mail): 587 (default) or 25
• POP3 (Incoming Mail): 995 (default) or 110

Important notes:

• Changing port settings may affect your email account's functionality. Make sure to check with your email provider for any specific port requirements.
• If you're using a custom port, ensure that it's allowed by your email provider and firewall settings.
• If you're experiencing issues with your email account after changing port settings, try resetting the account or seeking assistance from your email provider's support team.