Updating your password in Outlook involves changing the password associated with the email account you use in Outlook. The steps can vary slightly based on the type of email account you have (e.g., Microsoft 365, Gmail, Yahoo, etc.). Here are general instructions:
For Microsoft 365 or Outlook.com Accounts:
- On a Computer:
- Open Outlook and click on the “File” tab.
- Under “Account Information,” click on “Account Settings” and then select “Account Settings” again.
- In the Email tab, select your email account and click “Change.”
- Enter your new password in the “Password” field.
- Click “Next” and then “Finish” to save the changes.
- On a Mobile Device:
- Open the settings app and go to “Mail.”
- Tap on your email account.
- Select “Account” or “Email Account” and update the password field with the new password.
For Other Email Providers (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, etc.):
- On a Computer:
- Log in to your email provider’s website (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo) using a web browser.
- Go to your account settings or security settings.
- Look for the option to change your password and follow the prompts to set a new password.
- On a Mobile Device:
- Open the settings app and go to “Mail” or “Accounts.”
- Find and tap on your email account.
- Look for the option to update your password and enter the new password.