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How do I set up Windows Live Mail using POP3?


1&1 suggests the use of IMAP over POP3. See why - What does IMAP mean?


Windows Live Mail was only included with Windows operating systems starting with Windows 7. If your computer is not running Windows 7, please reference Which e-mail program or client can I use? for a list of some popular e-mail programs that may be compatible with your operating system.


Step 1:

Open Windows Live Mail and select Add e-mail account from the left hand side.

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Step 2:

Enter your full E-mail address, Password, Display Name and check the box for Remember password if you do not want to enter your e-mail account's password ever time you check or send mail. When you are finished, click the Next button.

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Step 3:

Select POP3 from the drop-down box.

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Step 4:

arrow imageEnter pop.1and1.com as the Incoming server address.
arrow imageCheck the box for This server requires a secure connection (SSL) and ensure that the Incoming server port is set to 995.
arrow imageEnsure that Clear text authentication is selected from the drop-down menus
arrow imageEnter your full 1&1 e-mail address in the text box for Login ID (if different from e-mail address).
arrow imageEnter smtp.1and1.com in the text box for Outgoing Server.
arrow imageCheck the box for This server requires a secure connection (SSL) and ensure that the Outgoing server port is set to 587.
arrow imageCheck the box for My outgoing server requires authentication.
arrow imageWhen finished, click the Next button.

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Step 5:

Click the Finish button.

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Step 6:

Setup is complete! You will see your account on the left hand side of the Windows Live Mail window.

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