Tufts email set up for student
Here's a step-by-step guide to setting up your Tufts email account as a student:
Step 1: Activate Your Account
- Go to the Tufts University website (www.tufts.edu) and click on "Student Life" at the top of the page.
- Click on "Student Resources" and then "Email" from the dropdown menu.
- Click on "Activate Your Account" and follow the prompts to enter your student ID number and birthdate.
- Create a password for your account and confirm it.
Step 2: Set Up Your Email Client
- You can access your Tufts email account through the Tufts University website or through an email client like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird.
- To set up your email client, you'll need to enter the following information:
- Email address: your Tufts email address (e.g., [email protected])
- Username: your Tufts username (the same as your email address)
- Password: the password you created in Step 1
- Server: outlook.office365.com (for Microsoft Outlook) or imap.office365.com (for Mozilla Thunderbird)
- Port: 993 (for IMAP) or 587 (for SMTP)
- You may need to configure additional settings, such as setting up your account as an IMAP or POP account.
Step 3: Set Up Your Mobile Device
- To set up your Tufts email account on your mobile device, you'll need to download the Microsoft Outlook app or set up your account through your device's email settings.
- Enter the following information:
- Email address: your Tufts email address (e.g., [email protected])
- Username: your Tufts username (the same as your email address)
- Password: the password you created in Step 1
- Server: outlook.office365.com (for Microsoft Outlook) or imap.office365.com (for Mozilla Thunderbird)
- Port: 993 (for IMAP) or 587 (for SMTP)
Tips and Troubleshooting
- Make sure to use your Tufts username and password correctly, as they are case-sensitive.
- If you're having trouble setting up your email account, you can contact the Tufts University IT Help Desk for assistance.
- You can also check the Tufts University IT website for more information on setting up your email account and troubleshooting common issues.