How to correct Hotmail SMTP settings?

[woakeschris41]

To correct your hotmail smtp settings, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open your email client and access the account settings.

Step 2: Find the outgoing mail server (SMTP) settings.

Step 3: Ensure the following settings are correct:

SMTP server: SMTP-mail.outlook.com

Port: 587

Encryption: STARTTLS (or TLS, if STARTTLS isn't available)

Authentication: Yes, using your full Hotmail email address and password

Step 4: Save the changes and restart your email client. Test by sending an email. If issues persist, double-check your email address and password for accuracy.