Mail.office365.com smtp
mail.office365.com
is the outgoing SMTP server for Office 365, which is a cloud-based email service provided by Microsoft. Here are some key details about using mail.office365.com
as your SMTP server:
Authentication:
- Username: Your Office 365 email address (e.g.,
[email protected]
) - Password: Your Office 365 email password
Port:
- Default port: 587 (TLS/STARTTLS)
- Alternate port: 25 (unencrypted, not recommended)
Encryption:
- TLS/STARTTLS (recommended) - encrypts the connection and data
- None (not recommended) - sends data in plain text
Settings:
- Server:
mail.office365.com
- Port: 587 (or 25)
- Authentication: Username and password
- Encryption: TLS/STARTTLS (or None)
Notes:
- Make sure to enable less secure apps in your Office 365 account settings if you're using a third-party email client or app.
- If you're using a custom domain with Office 365, you may need to use a different SMTP server or configure your DNS settings accordingly.
- Office 365 has specific requirements for sending emails, such as using a valid sender domain and complying with anti-spam policies.
Example SMTP settings:
- Email client: Outlook, Thunderbird, or other email clients
- Server:
mail.office365.com
- Port: 587
- Username:
[email protected]
- Password:
your_password
- Encryption: TLS/STARTTLS
Remember to check your Office 365 account settings and email client documentation for specific instructions on configuring your SMTP settings.