Windows live mail 2016 setup
Here's a step-by-step guide to setting up Windows Live Mail 2016:
Prerequisites:
- Windows Live Mail 2016 is only compatible with Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10.
- You need to have a valid email account (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc.) to set up Windows Live Mail.
Setup Steps:
- Download and Install Windows Live Mail 2016:
- Go to the Microsoft website and download the Windows Live Essentials package, which includes Windows Live Mail.
- Run the installer and follow the prompts to install Windows Live Mail.
- Launch Windows Live Mail:
- Once installed, launch Windows Live Mail by searching for it in the Start menu (Windows 7/8) or typing "mail" in the Windows 10 search bar.
- Create a New Account:
- Click on "Accounts" in the top menu bar and select "Add an email account".
- Enter your email address and password, and click "Next".
- Choose Your Account Type:
- Select the type of email account you want to set up (e.g., POP3, IMAP, or Exchange).
- If you're not sure, you can try POP3 or IMAP and see which one works best for you.
- Enter Your Server Settings:
- Enter the following server settings:
- Incoming mail server (POP3):
pop.[your_email_provider].com
(e.g., pop.gmail.com) - Outgoing mail server (SMTP):
smtp.[your_email_provider].com
(e.g., smtp.gmail.com) - Port numbers: 995 (POP3) and 587 (SMTP)
- Incoming mail server (POP3):
- Click "Next" to continue.
- Enter the following server settings:
- Set Up Your Account:
- Enter your name and email address, and click "Next".
- You may be prompted to enter additional settings, such as your email provider's username and password.
- Finish Setup:
- Click "Finish" to complete the setup process.
- Windows Live Mail will now connect to your email account and download your emails.
Tips and Troubleshooting:
- Make sure you enter the correct server settings and port numbers for your email provider.
- If you're having trouble connecting to your email account, try checking your email provider's settings or contacting their support team.
- Windows Live Mail 2016 is no longer supported by Microsoft, so you may encounter issues or compatibility problems with newer operating systems or email providers.