Why won't my hotmail send attachments

Frustrating! There could be several reasons why your Hotmail account is not sending attachments. Let's troubleshoot together:

  1. Check your account settings: Ensure that your account is set to allow attachments. Go to the Hotmail settings (gear icon) > More Mail Settings > Junk Email > Safe Senders. Make sure your email address is listed as a safe sender.
  2. File size limitations: Hotmail has a file size limit of 20 MB for attachments. If your attachment is larger than this, try compressing it or splitting it into smaller files.
  3. Attachment types: Some file types, like.exe,.zip, or.rar, might be blocked by Hotmail's security settings. Try converting the file to a different format or using a different attachment type.
  4. Outlook.com (formerly Hotmail) attachment issues: Some users have reported issues with attachments on Outlook.com. Try the following:
    • Log out and log back in to your account.
    • Check if the issue persists in a different browser or device.
    • Try sending the attachment from a different email client or app.
  5. Firewall or antivirus software: Your firewall or antivirus software might be blocking the attachment. Try temporarily disabling these programs or adding an exception for Hotmail.
  6. Email client or app issues: If you're using an email client or app to send the attachment, try using the web-based Hotmail interface instead.
  7. Server-side issues: Hotmail's servers might be experiencing technical difficulties. Try sending the attachment later or contacting Microsoft Support for assistance.
  8. Quota issues: If you've exceeded your Hotmail storage quota, you won't be able to send attachments. Check your account storage and delete unnecessary files to free up space.
  9. Spam filters: Hotmail's spam filters might be flagging your attachment as suspicious. Try sending the attachment to a different recipient or using a different email address.
  10. Contact Microsoft Support: If none of the above solutions work, you can contact Microsoft Support for further assistance. They can help you troubleshoot the issue or provide additional guidance.

If you're still having trouble sending attachments, please provide more details about your issue, such as the error message you're receiving or the specific attachment type you're trying to send.