How to Check Email on Microsoft Account?

Are you new to Microsoft and wondering how to check your email on your Microsoft account? Look no further, as we guide you through the process of checking your email on your Microsoft account.

Why Use a Microsoft Account?

Before we dive into the steps of checking your email on your Microsoft account, let’s first understand why you should use a Microsoft account in the first place.

A Microsoft account is a single sign-in account that allows you to access a variety of Microsoft services, such as Outlook, OneDrive, and Skype. By using a Microsoft account, you can easily manage and access all your Microsoft services in one place.

Additionally, a Microsoft account also allows you to personalize your experience on Microsoft services, such as customizing your email background and settings.

How to Create a Microsoft Account?

If you don’t have a Microsoft account yet, you can easily create one by following these steps:

Go to the https://account.microsoft.com/account.
Click on the “Create one!” link.
Enter your email address and create a password.
Fill in your personal information, such as your name and birthdate.
Verify your email address by entering the code sent to your email.
Congratulations, you now have a Microsoft account!

How to Check Email on Your Microsoft Account?

Now that you have a Microsoft account, let’s learn how to check your email on it. There are two ways to check your email on your Microsoft account: through the Outlook website or through the Outlook app.

Checking Email on the Outlook Website

To check your email on the Outlook website, follow these steps:

Go to the https://outlook.live.com/owa/.
Enter your email address and password.
Click on the “Sign in” button.
You will now be directed to your inbox, where you can view and manage your emails.

Checking Email on the Outlook App

To check your email on the Outlook app, follow these steps:

Download the Outlook app from the https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/outlook/9wzdncrfhvqm?activetab=pivot:overviewtab.
Open the app and click on the “Get Started” button.
Enter your email address and password.
Click on the “Sign in” button.
You will now be directed to your inbox, where you can view and manage your emails.

How to Check iCloud Email on Your Microsoft Account?

If you have an iCloud email address, you can also check it on your Microsoft account. Here’s how:

Go to the https://outlook.live.com/owa/.
Click on the “Settings” icon (the gear icon) on the top right corner.
Click on “View all Outlook settings” at the bottom of the drop-down menu.
Click on “Sync email” under the “Sync email” section.
Click on “Add a connected account”.
Enter your iCloud email address and password.
Click on the “OK” button.
Your iCloud email will now be synced to your Microsoft account, and you can view and manage it on the Outlook website or app.

How to Change Your Email Background on Your Microsoft Account?

One of the perks of using a Microsoft account is the ability to customize your email background. Here’s how you can change your email background on your Microsoft account:

Go to the https://outlook.live.com/owa/.
Click on the “Settings” icon (the gear icon) on the top right corner.
Click on “View all Outlook settings” at the bottom of the drop-down menu.
Click on “General” under the “Layout” section.
Click on “Email background”.
Choose from the available background options or upload your own image.
Click on the “Save” button.
Your email background will now be updated.