How to Set Up Your Business Email in Microsoft Outlook

Follow the steps below to configure your business email account using Microsoft Outlook.


Step 1: Open Outlook and Add Your Email

  1. Launch Microsoft Outlook.
  2. Go to File > Add Account.
  3. Enter your full email address (e.g., you@yourdomain.com).
  4. Check the option Let me set up my account manually and click Connect.

Outlook Add Account


Step 2: Choose Account Type

Select your preferred email protocol:

  • IMAP: Keeps emails synced across all devices.
  • POP: Downloads emails to your device (no sync).

Choose Account Type


Step 3: Enter Mail Server Settings

Incoming Mail Server

  • Server: mail.yourdomain.com
  • Port: 143 for IMAP or 110 for POP (or 993/995 for SSL)
  • Encryption: SSL/TLS (recommended)

Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP)

  • Server: mail.yourdomain.com
  • Port: 465 or 587
  • Encryption: SSL/TLS
  • Authentication: Required

Mail Server Settings Incoming/Outgoing Settings


Step 4: Complete Setup

  1. Enter your email password when prompted.
  2. Click Connect and wait for Outlook to verify your settings.

Outlook Setup Complete


Troubleshooting Tips

  • Verify your email address and password are correct.
  • Ensure your domain's mail server is correctly configured.
  • Use non-SSL ports if you're unable to connect using SSL.
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