How to Add Hotmail to the Mail App on Mac: A Step-by-Step Guide

Integrating your Hotmail account into the Mail app on your Mac offers a centralized platform for managing your emails efficiently. Whether you're using macOS Mojave, macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, or macOS Monterey, this guide will walk you through the simple process of adding your Hotmail account to the Mail app on your Mac.

Adding Hotmail to Mail on Mac:

Open Mail App: Launch the Mail app from the Applications folder, Dock, or Spotlight search (Cmd + Space, then type "Mail").

Access Preferences: Click on "Mail" in the menu bar at the top of the screen, then select "Preferences."

Add Account: In the Preferences window, click on the "Accounts" tab, then click the "+" (plus) button to add a new account.

Choose Other Mail Account: Select "Other Mail Account" from the list of available account types.

Enter Account Details: Enter your name, Hotmail email address, and password in the respective fields, then click "Sign In."

Select Account Features: Choose which features you want to use with your Hotmail account, such as Mail, Contacts, Calendar, and Notes. Ensure that "Mail" is checked.

Complete Setup: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process, including setting up any additional options or preferences.

Sync Mailboxes: Once the setup is complete, the Mail app will begin syncing your Hotmail account, including your inbox, folders, and labels.

Access Your Hotmail: You can now access your Hotmail account within the Mail app on your Mac. Your Hotmail messages will appear alongside your other email accounts.

Additional Notes:

Customization: You can customize various settings for your Hotmail account in the Mail app Preferences, including notifications, mailbox behaviors, and more.

Sync Frequency: By default, the Mail app will sync your Hotmail account periodically to fetch new messages. You can adjust the sync frequency in the Accounts section of Mail Preferences.

Troubleshooting: If you encounter any issues during the setup process, ensure that you have enabled IMAP access for your Hotmail account in Outlook.com settings. Additionally, make sure your Mac is connected to the internet.

Conclusion:

By following these steps, you can seamlessly add your Hotmail account to the Mail app on your Mac, allowing you to manage all your email accounts in one convenient location. With your Hotmail messages integrated into the Mail app, you can stay organized and productive while accessing your emails on your Mac.