Cannot connect to SMPT server in Hotmail to send messages

When I try to send an email in the Mail app, it just will not work. I can receive messages fine which are in POP, but sending using the SMPT server just doesn't work,


How can I resolve this issue?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on May 9, 2022 4:53 PM

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May 9, 2022 10:46 PM in response to Mariafromae

Mariafromae Said:

"Cannot connect to SMPT server in Hotmail to send messages: When I try to send an email in the Mail app, it just will not work. I can receive messages fine which are in POP, but sending using the SMPT server just doesn't work, How can I resolve this issue?"

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Troubleshooting Outlook and Mail:


Create and Use a New App Password for Outlook:


While in Outlook, Go To:

  1. User Name(Top-Right)
  2. View account (Second Option Down)
  3. Security (third tap in from top-left)
  4. More security options (Far-Right)
  5. App passwords (Third Pane Down)
  6. Create a new app password
  7. Click Done
  8. Use the app password provided for a synchronized app


You might need to chat with Microsoft about this. So, Go Here: Contact Us - Virtual Agent - Microsoft Support

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