Introduction
Hotmail (Now outlook.com) was initially introduced in 1998 as a free email service. Hotmail, which is currently officially referred to as Outlook.com, is still by far one of the most popular email services in the world. Hotmail email addresses continue to be used by millions of users who log on every day although the service is now part of Microsoft outlook.
But as with any online service, users frequently experience difficulties with the non-functioning of the Hotmail email. You can not log in, your emails will not load or your account is locked, all this is frustrating. The good thing is that the majority of them can be resolved in a short period of time.
The following guide will describe 7 fast fixes that can be used to get your Hotmail account back online again.
Common Issues behind the failure of hotmail email
There are a few widely used issues behind the failure of hotmail email.
- Login Issues: Wrong credentials, password expires or inaccurate typing of usernames are typical offenders.
- Microsoft Server Downtime: In other cases, it is the fault of the Microsoft side because of issues of down-time or planned downtime.
- Wrong Email Settings: Wrong IMAP/SMTP settings block your emails unless you are using a third party application to access Hotmail (such as the Outlook desktop or iPhone Mail
- Browser or App Issues: The archaic browsers, issues with mobile apps, or excessive amount of caches can prevent the functionality of Hotmail.
- Security Lockouts: In case of a suspicion by Microsoft, it could lock your account so as to protect against possible attacks.
7 Fast Solutions to Hotmail Email Not Working.
The following are the quickest methods of having the problem fixed and back into your inbox.
Fix 1: Verify Your Credentials
Be sure that you are typing the right Hotmail/Outlook email ID.
Check your password twice and make sure that you do not have Caps Lock on.
Check to use a different device or browser.
Fix 2: Reset Your Password
If login still fails:
- Visit [Microsoft Password Reset Page] (https://account.live.com/password/reset).
- Enter your Hotmail address.
- Choose a new, strong password.
- Change these passwords on all of your devices.
Fix 3: Check Microsoft Server Status
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Go to [Microsoft service status (support.microsoft.com/en-us/status).
When Hotmail (Outlook) is unavailable then you will have to wait until it gets fixed.
Fix 4: Clearing Browsers Cache
Clearing Browsers cache and cookies can fix this problem.
- Click browser settings Clear browsing data.
- Select Cache and Cookies.
- Re-open the browser and attempt to re-log in.
Fix 5: Revise/Install Your Mail App.
On iPhone or Android, open your mail app by updating it through App Store or Play Store.
In case the problem still exists, uninstall and reinstall the application.
Instead, you can install the Microsoft outlook app, which is suggested to be the most suitable with hotmail.
Fixed 6: hotmail/imap/smpt settings.
When you are using the Hotmail on a third-party client:
IMAP (Incoming Mail): outlook.office365.com | Port: 993 |SSL mandatory.
SMTP (Outgoing Mail): smtp.office365.com Port 587 STARTTLS required.
Fix 7: Check Two-Factor
Authentication and Secure Your Account by using two-factor authentication.
In some cases, Hotmail can break down in security reasons. Turn on additional protection with 2FA:
- Enter your Microsoft account.
- Go to Security Settings.
- Enhance Two-Step Verification.
One can find the troubleshooting on how to use Hotmail through mobile devices.
It is possible that the iPhone just no longer works with Hotmail.
- Go to Settings > Mail > Accounts.
- Remove your Hotmail account.
- Re-insert it with the option of Outlook.com.
- Have IMAP/SMTP properly set up.
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- Open Access Accounts Email.
- Delete your Hotmail account.
- Re-install it using proper Microsoft settings.
- Enable SSL encryption.
Trick: The official Outlook app will work better.
Contacting Microsoft Support
Understand when to reach out to Microsoft support, not based on its effectiveness in addressing issues raised by users and other third-party advocates of the product.
These fixes might not work, and then you might require direct help form Microsoft.
Microsoft Help Center
See [Microsoft Support] (support.microsoft.com) to get online help and troubleshooting advice.
These forums cover the Outlook.com Community, its various products, and its community engagement activities, including research and development, product reviews, and others. See [Outlook Forums] (answers.microsoft.com) to find solutions posted by Microsoft employees and other users.
Conclusion
It can be disastrous when your email in the Hotmail is not working. However, in the vast majority of practices, the problem can be solved in minutes using these 7 quick solutions- verifying credentials to restoring IMAP/SMTP settings.
In case of ongoing problems, one can always turn to Microsoft support team and community forums. With two-factor authentication and strong passwords in your Hotmail account, you will be guaranteed of a peaceful and reliable access to your emails.
Hotmail email is offering trouble as well? Check out these frequently asked questions.
Q1. My Hotmail is not functioning today?
This may be because of Microsoft server failure, wrong log-in information or old applications.
Q2. What is the fastest way of solving Hotmail log in problems?
Verify your credentials and/or change your password and empty browser cache.
Q3. Why is it that I am not getting Hotmail emails?
Ensure that your inbox is not full, look through spam email folders, and confirm your IMAP/SMTP settings.
Q4. How do I resolve the Hotmail on iPhone / Android?
Add and delete your account on the mail app, or on the Outlook mobile app.
Q5. What are the right hotmail server settings?
IMAP: outlook.office365.com, Port 993,SSL.
SMTP: smtp.office365.com, Port 587, STARTTLS
Q6. What is happened where none of the fixes is effective?
Get in touch with Microsoft Support by using their support forums or help center.
