Hotmail Sign in

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Though Hotmail traditional appearance merged with Microsoft Outlook, you can still access your old Hotmail account. This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to log into your Hotmail account.

How to Sign in Using a Phone or Tablet

Follow the steps below to sign into your Hotmail account if you are using an iPad, iPhone or Android.

  1. Download and install the Outlook app to your device. The app is available on both the App Store and Google Play Store.
  2. Open the Outlook app. If you have an already opened account, click on Add Account to follow the next steps in signing to your old account.
  3. Click on Add Account to access the sign-in page.
  4. Fill in your email address. Remember, it should be a Hotmail email address.
  5. Fill in your password. If you do not remember, you can click on Forgot Password to reset it. The verification process entails using another email address or a phone number or answering security questions.
  6. Click on Sign In to open your Hotmail account. It will open in Outlook format.

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How to Log in Using a Computer

  1. Go to the official Outlook website from your browser.
  2. Click on Sign In at the top right side of the page.
  3. Fill in your email address and click Next.
  4. Enter your password and click Next.
  5. Click Sign in to access your Hotmail account.

How to Add a Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

  1. Two-step factor authentication helps to secure your account. It also allows you to recover your account easily. Follow the steps below to this security feature to your hotmail account.
  2. From your browser, go to
  3. Fill in your Hotmail email address and password to log into your account.
  4. Look for the  Advance Security tab.
  5. A code will be sent to your recovery email address.
  6. Fill in this code to allow you to add changes.
  7. Scroll down to Additional Security.
  8. Click on Two-Factor Authentication and click on Turn on.
  9. You will be redirected to the next page where you will read the instructions carefully and click on Next.
  10. Choose your preferred 2FA. It can be the APP, phone number or alternate email address.
  11. Once you choose the method follow the instructions that appear to successfully set up this this security feature on your Hotmail account.

How to delete a Hotmail account

If you wish to delete your Hotmail account, follow the steps indicated below.

  1. Open your browser and go to account
  2. Log in using the Hotmail email address and password of the account you wish to delete.
  3. Click on Your Info at the top of the page.
  4. Search for Help with the Microsoft Account section.
  5. Choose How to Close your account.
  6. Choose if you want to have the account for 30-60 more days.
  7. Go through a few security questions to confirm.
  8. If you change your mind, log back into the account within 30-60 days. If not, the account will be deleted.

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