How to recover deleted junk mail in hotmail
The frustration of accidentally deleting important emails, including junk mail! Don't worry, I'm here to help you recover deleted emails in Hotmail. Here are the steps:
Method 1: Check the "Deleted Items" folder
- Log in to your Hotmail account.
- Click on the "Inbox" tab.
- Look for the "Deleted Items" folder on the left side of the screen.
- If you find the deleted junk mail in the "Deleted Items" folder, you can restore it by dragging and dropping it back to your "Inbox" or "Junk Email" folder.
Method 2: Use the "Recover Deleted Items" feature
- Log in to your Hotmail account.
- Click on the "Settings" icon (represented by a gear) at the top right corner of the screen.
- Click on "More Mail Settings" from the dropdown menu.
- Scroll down to the "Deleted Items" section.
- Click on "Recover deleted items" and select the date range for which you want to recover deleted emails.
- If the deleted junk mail is found, you'll see a list of recovered emails. Check the box next to the email you want to recover and click "Restore" to move it back to your "Inbox" or "Junk Email" folder.
Method 3: Use a third-party email recovery tool
There are several third-party email recovery tools available that can help you recover deleted emails from Hotmail. Some popular options include:
- Email Recovery Tool (ERT)
- Recover My Emails
- Hotmail Email Recovery
Please note that these tools may not always work, and there's a risk of losing your email data if you're not careful. Make sure to read reviews and follow the instructions carefully before using any third-party tool.
Prevention is the best cure
To avoid losing important emails in the future, consider the following tips:
- Regularly back up your emails using a third-party email backup service or by exporting your emails to a local storage device.
- Use the "Junk Email" folder to store emails you're not sure about, and periodically review the folder to ensure you're not missing important emails.
- Be cautious when deleting emails, and always check the "Deleted Items" folder before emptying it.
I hope these methods help you recover your deleted junk mail in Hotmail!