Incoming mail server hotmail mac

To set up your incoming mail server on a Mac for Hotmail, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Enable POP or IMAP access in your Hotmail account

1. Log in to your Hotmail account.
2. Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select "View all Outlook settings".
3. Click on "Accounts" and then "Connected accounts".
4. Click on "Edit" next to your Hotmail account.
5. Scroll down to the "Advanced" section and toggle the switch next to "Allow less secure apps" to the "On" position.
6. Click "Save" to save your changes.

Step 2: Set up your incoming mail server on your Mac

1. Open the Mail app on your Mac.
2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences".
3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.
4. Click the "+" button at the bottom left corner to create a new account.
5. Select "Other Mail Account" and click "Continue".
6. Enter your name, email address, and password.
7. Select "POP" or "IMAP" as your account type (IMAP is recommended).
8. Enter the following settings:
   • Incoming Mail Server: pop3.live.com (for POP) or imap.live.com (for IMAP)
   • User Name: your Hotmail email address
   • Password: your Hotmail password
9. Click "Continue" and then "Create" to create the account.

Step 3: Verify your account settings

1. Go back to the Mail app and select your new Hotmail account from the list of accounts.
2. Click on the "Advanced" tab.
3. Verify that the following settings are correct:
   • Incoming Mail Server: pop3.live.com (for POP) or imap.live.com (for IMAP)
   • User Name: your Hotmail email address
   • Password: your Hotmail password
4. Click "OK" to save your changes.

That's it! Your incoming mail server should now be set up on your Mac for Hotmail.