How do i set up yahoo mail in outlook

To set up Yahoo Mail in Outlook, you'll need to follow these steps:

Method 1: Using IMAP

  1. Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
  2. Click on "Add Account" and then select "Manual setup or additional server types".
  3. Choose "Internet Email" and click "Next".
  4. Enter your name, email address, and password.
  5. In the "Server Information" section, enter the following settings:
    • Server: imap.yahoo.com
    • Port: 993
    • Use SSL to connect: Yes
    • Use a secure connection (SSL): Yes
  6. Click "Next" and then "Finish".

Method 2: Using POP

  1. Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
  2. Click on "Add Account" and then select "Manual setup or additional server types".
  3. Choose "Internet Email" and click "Next".
  4. Enter your name, email address, and password.
  5. In the "Server Information" section, enter the following settings:
    • Server: pop.yahoo.com
    • Port: 995
    • Use SSL to connect: Yes
    • Use a secure connection (SSL): Yes
  6. Click "Next" and then "Finish".

Additional Settings

  1. In Outlook, go to "File" > "Options" > "Advanced".
  2. Under "Send/Receive", make sure "My outgoing server (SMTP) requires authentication" is checked.
  3. Under "Advanced", make sure "Use the same settings as my incoming mail server" is checked.

Troubleshooting Tips

  1. If you're having trouble connecting, try checking your Yahoo Mail account settings to ensure that IMAP or POP is enabled.
  2. If you're using a firewall or antivirus software, try temporarily disabling it to see if it resolves the issue.
  3. If you're still having trouble, try resetting your Outlook account settings or seeking assistance from Yahoo Mail support.

By following these steps, you should be able to set up your Yahoo Mail account in Outlook. If you have any further issues, feel free to ask!