Windows mail password
Windows Mail is a built-in email client in Windows Vista and Windows 7. If you're having trouble accessing your Windows Mail account, here are some common password-related issues and solutions:
Forgot Windows Mail password:
- Try the password hint: If you set a password hint when creating your Windows Mail account, try entering it to see if it helps you remember your password.
- Reset the password: You can reset your Windows Mail password by following these steps:
- Go to the Windows Mail login screen.
- Click on "Forgot password" or "Reset password".
- Follow the prompts to reset your password.
- Use the Windows Mail password reset tool: If you're unable to reset your password using the above method, you can try using the Windows Mail password reset tool. This tool is available in the Windows Mail settings.
- Open Windows Mail.
- Go to "Settings" (or "Options" in Windows 7).
- Click on "Password" or "Account settings".
- Look for the "Reset password" or "Forgot password" option and follow the prompts.
Change Windows Mail password:
- Open Windows Mail: Go to the Windows Mail login screen.
- Click on "Settings" (or "Options" in Windows 7): This will open the Windows Mail settings.
- Click on "Password" or "Account settings": This will open the account settings page.
- Click on "Change password": Enter your current password, then enter and confirm your new password.
- Save changes: Click "OK" to save your new password.
Tips:
- Make sure you're using the correct password. Windows Mail passwords are case-sensitive, so double-check that you're entering the correct capitalization.
- If you're still having trouble accessing your Windows Mail account, try restarting your computer or checking for any updates to the Windows Mail software.
- If you're using a Windows Mail account with a third-party email provider (e.g., Gmail, Outlook.com), you may need to reset your password through the provider's website or app.