Hotmail

Hotmail

Hotmail is the former name of Outlook, a free e-mail address platform managed by Microsoft.
Find out how to create an account, sign in, sign out, or delete your Hotmail account by following the steps below.

Sign in to Hotmail account

Login to Hotmail

Log out from Hotmail

Delete a Hotmail account

Create an account

To create an account on Hotmail (now known as Outlook.com), you can follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Outlook.com website (outlook.com)
  2. Click on the “Sign up” button in the top-right corner of the page.
  3. Enter your first and last name, choose a username (this will become your email address) and create a password.
  4. Provide your mobile phone number and click on “Next”
  5. Enter the code that you received on your mobile phone to verify your account
  6. Provide additional information, such as your date of birth and country of residence.
  7. Click on “Next” and then “Create account”
  8. Review and accept the terms of service and privacy policy.

You will then have created a new Outlook.com account, and you can start using the service to send and receive emails.

Note: Microsoft Outlook.com and Hotmail are the same thing.

Please let me know if you have any other question.

Sign in to Hotmail account

Login to the account

To login to your Hotmail (Outlook.com) account, you can follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Outlook.com website (outlook.com)
  2. Click on the “Sign in” button in the top-right corner of the page.
  3. Enter your email address and password in the appropriate fields
  4. Click on “Sign in”

If the login credentials you entered are correct, you will be taken to your inbox and you can start using the service to send and receive emails.

If you have any issues logging in, you can try the following:

  1. Make sure that you are using the correct email address and password
  2. Check that your caps lock is off, as the password is case-sensitive
  3. Check if your account is blocked or suspended
  4. Try resetting your password
  5. If none of the above solutions work, please contact the Microsoft support team for further assistance.

Please let me know if you have any other question.

Login

Log out from the account

To log out of your Hotmail (Outlook.com) account, you can follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Outlook.com website (outlook.com)
  2. Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the page, this will open a drop-down menu.
  3. Click on “Sign out”
  4. Close your browser or clear your browser’s cache and cookies to completely log out of your account.

It is important to log out of your Hotmail account when using a public computer or a shared device to protect your personal information.

Once you log out, you will be required to enter your login credentials (email and password) to access your account again.

Log out

Delete an account

Deleting your Hotmail account is a permanent process and cannot be undone. It will remove your account, email, contacts, calendar and associated files from the Microsoft servers, and you will lose access to any subscription or services associated with the account.

To delete your Hotmail account, you can follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Outlook.com website (outlook.com)
  2. Sign in to your account
  3. Go to the Microsoft account security page (aka.ms/security)
  4. Under the “More security options” section, select “Close my account”
  5. Follow the instructions on the page to verify your identity, and select “Next”
  6. Review the information and warnings on the next page, and select “Mark account for closure”
  7. The account will be scheduled for deletion and you will no longer be able to use it.

Please note that it can take up to 60 days for the account to be deleted, during this time you will not be able to access the account.

Also, before you delete your account, you might want to consider:

  • Downloading any files you want to keep
  • Notifying contacts that you will no longer be using this account
  • Canceling any subscription or services associated with the account

Please let me know if you have any other question.

Delete a Hotmail account

How To Use Hotmail?

Hotmail, now known as Outlook.com, is a web-based email service provided by Microsoft. It allows users to send and receive emails, manage contacts, and schedule appointments using a web browser or the Outlook mobile app. Here are some basic steps for using Hotmail:

  1. Go to the Outlook.com website (outlook.com)
  2. Sign in to your account with your email address and password
  3. Once you’re signed in, you’ll see your inbox. From here, you can compose new emails, reply to existing ones, or move emails to different folders
  4. To compose a new email, click on the “New” button or the “+” sign.
  5. To reply to an email, click on the “Reply” button or “Reply All” button.
  6. To move an email to a different folder, click and drag the email to the desired folder.
  7. To manage your contacts, click on the “People” button on the bottom left corner of the screen. Here, you can add new contacts, edit existing ones, and organize them into groups
  8. To schedule appointments or events, click on the “Calendar” button on the bottom left corner of the screen. Here, you can create new appointments, invite attendees, and schedule reminders

Hotmail also has a number of additional features such as spam filters, virus scanners, and the ability to integrate with other Microsoft services such as OneDrive and Skype.

Please let me know if you have any other question.

Q/A About Hotmail Login And Account Problems

Q: I forgot my password, how can I reset it? A: To reset your password, go to the Outlook.com login page and click on the “Forgot my password” link. Enter the email address associated with your account and follow the instructions to reset your password.

Q: I can’t sign in to my account, what should I do? A: First, make sure that you’re using the correct email address and password. If you’re still having trouble, try clearing your browser’s cache and cookies, or try accessing your account from a different browser or device. If you still can’t sign in, contact Hotmail customer support for further assistance.

Q: My account has been hacked, what should I do? A: If you suspect that your account has been hacked, change your password immediately. Also, check your account settings and recent activity to see if any unauthorized changes have been made. If you see any suspicious activity, contact Hotmail customer support for assistance.

Q: How can I recover deleted emails? A: To recover deleted emails, go to the “Deleted” folder in your inbox. If the emails are still in the “Deleted” folder, you can move them back to your inbox. If the emails are not in the “Deleted” folder, you can try looking for them in the “Junk” or “Clutter” folder. If the emails are not in any of these folders, they may have been permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.

Q: How can I set up a vacation auto-response? A: To set up a vacation auto-response, go to the “File” menu and select “Automatic Replies” and follow the instructions.

Q: How can I add a signature in my email? A: To add a signature, go to the “File” menu, select “Options”, then “Mail” and then click on “Signatures”.

Questions And Answers About Hotmail

Q: How do I create a Hotmail account? A: To create a Hotmail account, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Hotmail sign-up page by visiting hotmail.com or outlook.com.
  2. Click on the “Create account” button.
  3. Fill out the required information, including your name, email address, and password.
  4. Verify your phone number or email address by entering the code sent to you.
  5. Click on the “Next” button.
  6. Read and accept the terms of service and privacy policy.
  7. Click on the “Create account” button.

Q: How do I login to my Hotmail account? A: To login to your Hotmail account, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Hotmail login page by visiting hotmail.com or outlook.com.
  2. Enter your email address and password.
  3. Click on the “Sign in” button.

Q: How do I log out of my Hotmail account? A: To log out of your Hotmail account, follow these steps:

  1. Click on your profile picture or initials on the top right corner of the screen.
  2. Click on the “Sign out” button.

Q: How do I delete my Hotmail account? A: To delete your Hotmail account, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Hotmail account deletion page by visiting account.microsoft.com/account/close-account
  2. Sign in to your Hotmail account.
  3. Follow the steps to close your account.

Q: How do I use Hotmail? A: Hotmail is an email service provided by Microsoft. You can use it to send and receive email messages, create and organize folders, set up filters, and more. Once you have logged into your account, you can compose new messages by clicking on the “New” button, view your inbox by clicking on the “Inbox” button, and access other features by clicking on the buttons on the top of the page.

Q: I am having problems logging into my Hotmail account, what should I do? A: If you are having trouble logging into your Hotmail account, here are a few things you can try:

  • Check that you are entering the correct email address and password.
  • Make sure that your internet connection is stable.
  • Try clearing your browser’s cache and cookies.
  • Try accessing your account from a different device or browser.
  • If you’ve forgotten your password, click on the “Forgot my password” link and follow the prompts to reset it.

Q: What are some common issues with Hotmail? A: Some common issues with Hotmail include:

  • Password reset issues.
  • Issues with sending or receiving email.
  • Difficulty accessing the account due to a forgotten password or security information.
  • Spam or unwanted messages in the inbox.
  • Syncing issues with other email clients or devices.
  • Inability to access the account due to a blocked or suspended account.
  • Technical issues with the Hotmail website or app.

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