Outlook add mail account

To add a mail account to Outlook, follow these steps:

Method 1: Add a mail account using the Outlook app

1. Open the Outlook app on your device.
2. Tap on the "Settings" icon (represented by a gear or cogwheel) in the top right corner of the screen.
3. Tap on "Accounts" or "Mail accounts".
4. Tap on "Add account".
5. Select the type of account you want to add (e.g. Exchange, IMAP, POP3, or Outlook.com).
6. Enter your email address and password.
7. Tap "Next" and follow the prompts to complete the setup process.

Method 2: Add a mail account using the Outlook desktop app

1. Open the Outlook desktop app on your computer.
2. Click on the "File" menu and select "Add Account".
3. Select the type of account you want to add (e.g. Exchange, IMAP, POP3, or Outlook.com).
4. Enter your email address and password.
5. Click "Next" and follow the prompts to complete the setup process.

Common settings for adding a mail account to Outlook

• Email address: Enter the email address you want to add to Outlook.
• Password: Enter the password for your email account.
• Username: Enter your email address or username (if different from your email address).
• Server settings: Enter the server settings for your email account, including the incoming and outgoing server names, ports, and authentication settings.
• Security settings: Choose the security settings for your email account, such as SSL/TLS or STARTTLS.

Troubleshooting tips

• Make sure you enter the correct email address and password.
• Check your email account settings to ensure they are correct.
• If you're using a POP3 or IMAP account, ensure that the server settings are correct.
• If you're using an Exchange account, ensure that your Exchange server settings are correct.
• If you're still having trouble, try restarting Outlook or contacting your email provider's support team for assistance.