Add an Email Account to Outlook on Mac

Are you trying to add your iCloud email account to Outlook on your Mac? If so, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Start by Going to the 'Account Settings' Section

The first thing you'll need to do is navigate to the 'Account settings' section. From there, most of the settings you need should already be populated.

Hit the 'Connect' Button and Choose Your Account Type

Once you're in the 'Account settings' section, hit the 'Connect' button and select the type of account you want to add. This will depend on your specific needs and preferences.

Set Up Your Account Manually

To set up your account manually, press the 'Advanced Options' button and check the box that allows you to do so.

Add Your Email Address

Next, navigate to the 'Add Account' section and type in your email address. This should be the same address associated with your iCloud account.

Use an App-Specific Password (Optional)

If you're setting up your iCloud account on a Windows computer or using a third-party mail client like Outlook, you'll need to use an app-specific password. To generate one, make sure two-factor authentication is set up for your Apple ID.

IMAP and SMTP Settings

To complete the setup process, you'll also need IMAP and SMTP settings. These should be automatically configured if you've set up your account using iCloud System Preferences or macOS Mail in 10.7.4 or later. If not, refer to your email app's documentation for more information.

Outlook's IMAP Settings

To configure Outlook's IMAP settings, follow these steps:

* Password: Use the app-specific password you generated earlier

* Username: Your full iCloud email address (e.g., 'your email address', not 'just your name')

Outlook's SMTP Settings

For Outlook's SMTP settings, use the following information:

* Password: Generate an app-specific password and enter it here

* Username: The name part of your iCloud email address (e.g., 'your name', not 'your full email address')

Remember to try using TLS or STARTTLS if you see an error message when trying to connect using SSL.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully add your iCloud email account to Outlook on your Mac. If you have any questions or run into issues, feel free to reach out for help.

Add email account to outlook on mac