Outlook Login or Connection Issues

Modified on Mon, 28 Apr, 2025 at 8:08 PM

If Outlook won't open, keeps asking for a password, or won't send/receive emails, follow these steps.


Symptoms

  • Outlook won't connect to the mail server.
  • Keeps asking for your password repeatedly.
  • New emails aren't arriving.


Common Causes

  • Incorrect password stored in the app.
  • Expired credentials after a password change.
  • Network connection issues.


Step-by-Step Fix

  1. Restart Outlook and your device.
  2. Check your internet connection.
    1. Confirm you're online.
  3. Re-enter your password.
    1. Outlook may prompt you -- enter your current credentials carefully.
  4. Remove and Re-add Account.
    1. Go to File > Account Settings > Manage Profiles > Email Accounts.
    2. Remove the problematic email.
    3. Add it again.
  5. Check for Updates.
    1. Install any pending Office or Windows updates.


If That Doesn't Work

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