How to change mail server on outlook
Changing the mail server settings in Outlook is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you do so:
Method 1: Change Mail Server Settings in Outlook Web App
- Log in to your Outlook Web App account.
- Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select "View all Outlook settings."
- Scroll down to the "Mail" section and click on "Account."
- Click on the "Edit" button next to "Account settings."
- In the "Account settings" window, click on the "Server settings" tab.
- Update the "Incoming mail server" and "Outgoing mail server" settings with your new mail server information.
- Click "Save" to save the changes.
Method 2: Change Mail Server Settings in Outlook Desktop Client
- Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
- Click on "Account Settings" (in Outlook 2010 and earlier) or "Account & Settings" (in Outlook 2013 and later).
- In the "Account Settings" window, select your email account and click "Change."
- In the "Change Account" window, click on the "More Settings" button.
- In the "Internet E-mail Settings" window, update the "Incoming mail server" and "Outgoing mail server" settings with your new mail server information.
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
Common Mail Server Settings
- Incoming mail server (IMAP or POP3): This is the server that receives your incoming emails.
- Outgoing mail server (SMTP): This is the server that sends your outgoing emails.
- User name: This is your email address or the username provided by your mail server administrator.
- Password: This is your email password or the password provided by your mail server administrator.
Tips and Considerations
- Make sure to update both the incoming and outgoing mail server settings to ensure that your emails are sent and received correctly.
- If you're using a third-party email client, you may need to update the mail server settings in that client as well.
- If you're experiencing issues with your email account after changing the mail server settings, try restarting Outlook or contacting your mail server administrator for assistance.