How to create hotmail email address

Hotmail is a free email service provided by Microsoft, and creating a Hotmail email address is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you create a Hotmail email address:

Method 1: Create a Hotmail email address using the Microsoft website

  1. Go to the Microsoft website (www.outlook.com) and click on the "Sign up" button.
  2. Enter your first and last name, and choose a username (also known as your email address). Make sure it's unique and easy to remember.
  3. Enter a valid password and confirm it.
  4. Enter your birthday and gender.
  5. Enter your country or region and language.
  6. Click on the "Next" button.
  7. You'll receive a verification email at the email address you entered. Open the email and click on the verification link to activate your account.
  8. Once your account is activated, you can sign in to your Hotmail email account using your username and password.

Method 2: Create a Hotmail email address using the Outlook app

  1. Download and install the Outlook app from the Microsoft Store (for Windows 10) or the App Store (for iOS or Android).
  2. Open the Outlook app and tap on the "Sign up" button.
  3. Enter your first and last name, and choose a username (also known as your email address). Make sure it's unique and easy to remember.
  4. Enter a valid password and confirm it.
  5. Enter your birthday and gender.
  6. Enter your country or region and language.
  7. Tap on the "Next" button.
  8. You'll receive a verification email at the email address you entered. Open the email and tap on the verification link to activate your account.
  9. Once your account is activated, you can sign in to your Hotmail email account using your username and password.

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