How to add yahoo mail to windows mail

To add Yahoo Mail to Windows Mail, you'll need to set up an IMAP account. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Prerequisites:

1. Make sure you have Windows 10 or later installed on your computer.
2. Ensure you have a Yahoo Mail account set up and active.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Open Windows Mail: Go to Start > Mail to open the Windows Mail app.
2. Click on "Add account": In the Windows Mail app, click on the "Add account" button in the top-right corner.
3. Select "Other account": From the list of account types, select "Other account" and click "Next".
4. Enter your account details: Enter your Yahoo Mail address and password in the respective fields. You can also choose to save your password.
5. Select "IMAP": Under the "Account type" section, select "IMAP" as the account type.
6. Enter the IMAP settings: Fill in the following IMAP settings:
   • Incoming mail server: imap.yahoo.com
   • Outgoing mail server: smtp.yahoo.com
   • Username: Your Yahoo Mail address (e.g., [your_email_address]@yahoo.com)
   • Password: Your Yahoo Mail password
7. Click "Next": Click "Next" to proceed to the next step.
8. Verify your account: Windows Mail will attempt to connect to your Yahoo Mail account. If everything is set up correctly, you should see a success message.
9. Set up your account: You'll be prompted to set up your account further. You can choose to set up your account to sync with your Windows device, or you can choose to sync only your email.

Tips and Variations:

• If you're using a Yahoo Mail Plus or Yahoo Mail Pro account, you may need to use a different IMAP server. Check your account settings for more information.
• If you're having trouble connecting to your Yahoo Mail account, try checking your account settings or contacting Yahoo Mail support for assistance.
• You can also set up your Yahoo Mail account using the Windows Mail app on a mobile device.

That's it! You should now be able to access your Yahoo Mail account using the Windows Mail app.