How to configure zoho mail in outlook 2019

Configuring Zoho Mail in Outlook 2019 is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you set it up:

Prerequisites:

  1. You have a Zoho Mail account.
  2. You have Outlook 2019 installed on your computer.
  3. You have the Zoho Mail IMAP settings ready (you can find these in your Zoho Mail account settings).

Step 1: Enable IMAP in Zoho Mail

  1. Log in to your Zoho Mail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner and select "Settings".
  3. Scroll down to the "Accounts" section and click on "IMAP".
  4. Toggle the "Enable IMAP" switch to the "On" position.
  5. Note down the IMAP settings, including the server name, port number, and security settings.

Step 2: Add Zoho Mail account to Outlook 2019

  1. Open Outlook 2019 and go to "File" > "Add Account".
  2. Select "Manual setup or additional server types" and click "Next".
  3. Choose "Internet Email" and click "Next".
  4. Enter the following information:
    • Your Name: Your name as you want it to appear in the "From" field.
    • Email Address: Your Zoho Mail address.
    • Account Type: Select "POP" or "IMAP" (IMAP is recommended for syncing emails).
    • Incoming mail server: Enter the IMAP server name from your Zoho Mail account settings.
    • Outgoing mail server (SMTP): Enter the SMTP server name from your Zoho Mail account settings.
    • User Name: Your Zoho Mail address.
    • Password: Your Zoho Mail password.
  5. Click "Next" and then "Finish".

Step 3: Configure IMAP settings in Outlook 2019

  1. Go to "File" > "Account Settings" > "Account Settings" again.
  2. Select your Zoho Mail account and click "Change".
  3. In the "Change Account" window, click on the "More Settings" button.
  4. In the "Internet Email Settings" window, click on the "Advanced" tab.
  5. Under "Incoming mail", select "IMAP" and enter the following settings:
    • Server: Enter the IMAP server name from your Zoho Mail account settings.
    • Port: Enter the IMAP port number from your Zoho Mail account settings (usually 993).
    • Encryption: Select "SSL" or "TLS" depending on your Zoho Mail account settings.
  6. Under "Outgoing mail", select "SMTP" and enter the following settings:
    • Server: Enter the SMTP server name from your Zoho Mail account settings.
    • Port: Enter the SMTP port number from your Zoho Mail account settings (usually 587).
    • Encryption: Select "SSL" or "TLS" depending on your Zoho Mail account settings.
  7. Click "OK" to close the "Internet Email Settings" window.
  8. Click "OK" again to close the "Change Account" window.

Step 4: Verify your Zoho Mail account in Outlook 2019

  1. Outlook 2019 will attempt to connect to your Zoho Mail account.
  2. If everything is set up correctly, you should see a success message.
  3. You can now access your Zoho Mail account in Outlook 2019 and start sending and receiving emails.

That's it! You should now have your Zoho Mail account configured in Outlook 2019. If you encounter any issues, feel free to ask.