How to change mail server in outlook
Changing the mail server in Outlook is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you do so:
Method 1: Change Mail Server in Outlook 2016, 2013, and 2010
- Open Outlook and go to File > Account Settings > Account Settings again.
- In the Account Settings window, select the email account you want to change the mail server for and click Change.
- In the Change Account window, click on the More Settings button.
- In the Internet Email Settings window, click on the Advanced tab.
- In the Advanced tab, you'll see the Outgoing server (SMTP) and Incoming mail (POP3) settings. Update these settings with your new mail server information.
- Outgoing server (SMTP): Enter the new SMTP server address and port number (e.g.,
smtp.newmailserver.com
and587
). - Incoming mail (POP3): Enter the new POP3 server address and port number (e.g.,
pop.newmailserver.com
and110
).
- Outgoing server (SMTP): Enter the new SMTP server address and port number (e.g.,
- Click OK to close the Internet Email Settings window.
- Click Next and then Finish to save the changes.
Method 2: Change Mail Server in Outlook 2019 and 2020
- Open Outlook and go to File > Manage Accounts.
- In the Manage Accounts window, select the email account you want to change the mail server for and click Edit.
- In the Edit Account window, click on the More Options button.
- In the More Options window, click on the Advanced tab.
- In the Advanced tab, you'll see the Outgoing server (SMTP) and Incoming mail (POP3) settings. Update these settings with your new mail server information.
- Outgoing server (SMTP): Enter the new SMTP server address and port number (e.g.,
smtp.newmailserver.com
and587
). - Incoming mail (POP3): Enter the new POP3 server address and port number (e.g.,
pop.newmailserver.com
and110
).
- Outgoing server (SMTP): Enter the new SMTP server address and port number (e.g.,
- Click OK to close the More Options window.
- Click Save to save the changes.
Additional Tips:
- Make sure to update the mail server settings for all email accounts in Outlook, including any secondary accounts.
- If you're using a third-party email client or service, you may need to update the mail server settings in that application as well.
- If you're experiencing issues with your email account after changing the mail server, try restarting Outlook or contacting your email provider for assistance.