How do I change my password in Outlook

Question

I use "old" Outlook and I need to update the password. How do I do that?

Answer 1

Hi, let me help you.

Have you tried changing it on your Microsoft Account using your browser?

Please go to this link;

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/accounts-billing/manage/change-your-password-in-outlook-com

Answer 2

If you're using Classic Outlook for Windows, the steps depend on the type of email account you have.

For Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN accounts:

• You don't change the password in Outlook itself.
• Change your Microsoft account password at https://account.microsoft.com/security.
• After changing the password, restart Outlook. If prompted, sign in with your new password.

For Gmail, Yahoo, or other IMAP/POP accounts:

1. Open Outlook.
2. Select File > Account Settings > Account Settings.
3. Select your email account, then click Change.
4. Update the password (if the option is available), then click Next and Finish.

If there is no password field (common with modern authentication), remove the account from Outlook and add it again. During setup, Outlook will prompt you to sign in with your new password.

If you let us know which type of account you're using (Outlook.com/Hotmail, Gmail, or a work/school account), we can provide the exact steps.