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How do I update my email address from @hotmail.com to @outlook.com?

Jessica Martin 0 Reputation points
2025-07-28T14:53:15.87+00:00

I really would like to be able to change my @hotmail.com email address to @outlook.com without having to change my whole email address. Is this possible and if so please illustrate the steps of how to do so.

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  1. Randy Baroja 20,600 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-07-29T14:11:20.98+00:00

    Hi jessica Sorry about the multiple messages earlier. there was a glitch while sending the reply. Thanks for your patience.

    regards,

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  2. Randy Baroja 20,600 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-07-28T18:02:55.4266667+00:00

    Hi,

    If the @outlook.com version of your email is taken, you’ll need to choose a slight variation by adding a number, dot, or extra word. Once you add it as an alias, you can set it as your main email. Your Hotmail will still work too.

    Regards,

  3. Randy Baroja 20,600 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-07-28T17:59:28.5633333+00:00

    Hi

    Ah, that makes sense. If the @outlook.com version you want is already taken, Microsoft won’t let you use it, even as an alias. You can try small changes like adding a number, dot, or middle initial. Once you find one that works, you can set it as your main email. Your old Hotmail will still work. Want help thinking of a good variation?

    Best regards,

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