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Updated May 17, 2026
How to Add Hotmail or Outlook.com to iPhone Mail
Set up your Microsoft Hotmail, Live, or Outlook.com account on iPhone using the built-in Mail app. Quick and simple.
iPhone supports Microsoft accounts (Hotmail, Live, Outlook.com) natively. Just a few taps and your email will be syncing.
Add Your Microsoft Account to iPhone Mail
- Open Settings → Mail → Accounts → Add Account.
- Tap Outlook.com from the list.
- Enter your Hotmail/Outlook.com address and password.
- Sign in through Microsoft's login page.
- Toggle on Mail (and optionally Contacts, Calendars, Reminders).
- Tap Save. Your inbox will begin syncing immediately.
Microsoft Outlook App: For a richer experience with calendar, contacts, and OneDrive integration, download the Microsoft Outlook app from the App Store.
Hotmail IMAP Settings (Manual)
| Setting | Incoming (IMAP) | Outgoing (SMTP) |
|---|---|---|
| Server | outlook.office365.com | smtp.office365.com |
| Port | 993 | 587 |
| Security | SSL | STARTTLS |
| Username | Your full Microsoft email address | |
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Updated May 17, 2026