Outlook on Mac OS Quick Start Email Setup

There are many different options for email apps and email clients. Choose the option below that's right for you.

Mobile Options

  Android

Use Outlook

Use Gmail

  iOS

Use Mail

Use Outlook

Use Gmail

Desktop Options

  Windows

Use Outlook

Use Mail

   Mac OS

Use Mail

Use Outlook

Add email to Outlook (Mac OS)

  1. Open Outlook. (Don't have the app? Here's how to download it.)
  2. From the menu bar, select Outlook > Preferences
    Office365-Mac-Outlook-Preferences-02
  3. Select Accounts.
    Office365 Mac Outlook Accounts
  4. Select + (plus) > New account.
    Select + (plus) > New account.
    Note: You might need to choose your account type as Work/School to continue.
  5. Enter your email address and select Continue.
    Enter your email address and select Continue.
  6. Enter your email password and select Sign in.
    Enter your email password and select Sign in.
  7. Select Done. If you have more than one account, decide which account you want to set as the default.