Applies To
Outlook for Microsoft 365 Outlook on the web New Outlook for Windows

SMTP is an internet email protocol used for transferring email. To find the SMTP setting for Microsoft 365, Outlook.com, Hotmail.com, Live.com, or MSN.com email, go to POP and IMAP email settings for Outlook. When setting up third-party email like Gmail, Yahoo mail, or another provider in classic Outlook, check the provider's support page or help for POP, IMAP, and SMTP email settings.

When you know your server requirements and are ready to set up your new email either manually or automatically, see Add an email account to Outlook.

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