How to put password in outlook mail
To set a password for your Outlook email account, you'll need to follow these steps:
Method 1: Setting a password for Outlook.com (Web-based)
- Go to the Outlook.com website (www.outlook.com) and sign in to your account.
- Click on your profile picture or initials in the top right corner, then select "View account" from the dropdown menu.
- Scroll down to the "Security" section and click on "Change password".
- Enter your current password, then enter and confirm your new password.
- Click "Save" to save your changes.
Method 2: Setting a password for Outlook on a desktop or mobile device
- Open Outlook on your desktop or mobile device.
- Click on the "File" menu (or "Settings" on mobile) and select "Account Settings" (or "Account & Password" on mobile).
- Click on "Change" next to "Password" (or "Account password" on mobile).
- Enter your current password, then enter and confirm your new password.
- Click "Save" to save your changes.
Additional tips:
- Make sure to choose a strong and unique password that is difficult for others to guess.
- Consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security to your account.
- If you're using Outlook on a mobile device, you may need to restart the app after changing your password.
- If you're using Outlook on a desktop, you may need to restart your computer after changing your password.