Outlook / Hotmail Setup
Works with @outlook.com, @hotmail.com, and @live.com addresses.Enable two-step verification
App passwords require two-factor authentication. If you haven’t enabled it yet:Go to account.live.com/proofs/manage/additional and enable Two-step verification.
Create an app password
Once 2FA is enabled, scroll down to the App passwords section on the same page and click Create a new app password.Give it a label:
Claude EmailMicrosoft generates a 16-character app password. Copy it.Provide credentials to Claude
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| your-email@outlook.com | |
| Password | App password (not your regular password) |
| IMAP Server | outlook.office365.com |
| Port | 993 (SSL) |
Troubleshooting
I don't see the App passwords option
I don't see the App passwords option
The App passwords section only appears after two-step verification is enabled. It may take a few minutes to appear after enabling 2FA. Try refreshing the page.
IMAP connection times out or fails
IMAP connection times out or fails
Make sure you’re using
outlook.office365.com on port 993 with SSL enabled. Older references to imap-mail.outlook.com are deprecated and may no longer work.I use a work or school Microsoft account
I use a work or school Microsoft account
Work and school accounts (Microsoft 365 / Azure AD) have IMAP settings controlled by your organization’s admin. Personal @outlook.com accounts work out of the box. Contact your IT admin if you’re on a managed account.