The Windows 11 Mail app offers a convenient way to manage multiple email accounts in one central location, eliminating the need to constantly switch between browser tabs. This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough on how to connect your email accounts to the Windows 11 Mail app.
The Windows Start Menu button IDG / Alex Huebner
Locating the Mail app is simple. Click the Windows icon on the taskbar.
Locating the Mail App
The Windows icon, located on the taskbar at the bottom of your screen, is your gateway to all installed applications, including the Mail app.
The Mail app icon in the Windows Start Menu IDG / Alex Huebner
Clicking this icon opens the Start Menu. Locate and click the envelope icon labeled “Mail.”
Adding Your Email Accounts
Upon launching the Mail app, you’ll be presented with a list of common email providers.
The Add Account screen in the Mail app IDG / Alex Huebner
Select your email provider from the list. If your provider isn’t listed, you can choose “Other Account” and manually configure the settings. You also have the option to create a new Outlook email address directly within the app.
After selecting your provider, follow the on-screen prompts to enter your email address and password.
The email login screen IDG / Alex Huebner
You may be asked to grant certain permissions to allow the Mail app to access your inbox.
Once logged in, your emails will begin to synchronize automatically. Depending on the size of your inbox, this process may take a few minutes.
Emails populating the inbox IDG / Alex Huebner
Adding Multiple Accounts
The Windows 11 Mail app supports multiple email accounts. To add another account, click the person icon within the app.
The person icon to access account settings IDG / Alex Huebner
This opens the “Manage accounts” window.
The Manage accounts window IDG / Alex Huebner
Click “Add account” and repeat the steps outlined above to connect your additional email addresses.
You can confirm your connected accounts by checking the left-side menu within the Mail app.
Conclusion
The Windows 11 Mail app simplifies email management by consolidating all your accounts into a single, user-friendly interface. By following these steps, you can easily connect your email accounts and enjoy the convenience of managing your messages from one central location.
