How to Change Your Outlook Email Address Without Creating a New Account

Learn how to create an alias in Outlook to change your email address without needing a new account.

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Changing your Outlook email address without creating a new account is not possible. However, you can create an alias, which allows you to have another email address linked to your account. To do this, go to 'Manage or choose a primary alias' in Outlook settings. Adding an alias is a practical way to retain all your existing account data while using a different email address for communication. Remember, emails sent to the alias will appear in your primary inbox.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I change my primary email address in Outlook? No, you cannot change your primary email address directly. Instead, you can add an alias to your existing Outlook account.
  2. What is an email alias in Outlook? An email alias is an alternative email address that you can use while still maintaining your original Outlook account. Emails sent to the alias will be delivered to your primary inbox.
  3. How do I add an alias to my Outlook account? To add an alias, go to your Outlook settings and select 'Manage or choose a primary alias'. Follow the prompts to create a new alias linked to your account.
  4. Will emails sent to my alias go to my main inbox? Yes, emails sent to your alias will appear in your primary Outlook inbox, making it convenient to manage your communications.

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