Recovering a Hotmail or Outlook account can be crucial if you have forgotten your password or have problems accessing your email. Fortunately, Microsoft offers several tools and methods to help you recover your account quickly and easily. In this article, we provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to recover your Hotmail and Outlook account, as well as some useful tips to avoid similar problems in the future.
What to do if you forgot your Hotmail or Outlook password?
If you forgot your Hotmail or Outlook password, the first step is to use the Microsoft password recovery process. Follow these steps to reset your password and regain access to your account:
- Access the Recovery Page: Go to the Microsoft account recovery page. You can access it by visiting https://account.live.com/password/reset.
- Select the Problem: Select the option “Olvide my password” and click on “Next”.
- Enter your email: Enter the email address of the account you want to retrieve.
- Verify your Identity: Microsoft will send you a verification code to the alternative email address or phone number associated with your account.
- Enter the Code: Enter the verification code you received and follow the instructions to reset your password.
- Establish a New Contraseña: Create a new password and confirm the change.
It is important to create a secure and unique password to avoid future problems. Use a combination of letters, numbers and special characters.