Configure Microsoft 365 Email in Outlook (Desktop app)

Modified on Thu, Jan 26, 2023 at 5:07 PM

Add your Microsoft 365 mail account to Oulook (desktop app).


  1. Open Outlook.
  2. Select File, and then select + Add Account.
    Under Account Information, + Add AccountIf you haven't opened Outlook before, you'll see a welcome screen.
  3. Enter your Microsoft 365 Email address and select Connect.
    Enter email and select Connect
  4. Enter your Microsoft 365 Password and select Sign In. If asked, choose if you want to use this account everywhere on your device.
    Enter email password and sign in
  5.  Note: You might need to choose your account type as Work or School to continue.

  6. If your admin enabled multi-factor authentication (MFA), verify your account or set up the Authenticator app.
  7. Once Outlook shows that the email was added, select Done.

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