How do I get Outlook to remember my password?
In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s no surprise that we have multiple passwords for various accounts. Outlook, being a widely used email client, is no exception. However, it can be quite frustrating when Outlook doesn’t remember your password. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to ensure that Outlook remembers your password for future use.
1. Check if AutoComplete is enabled
The first thing you should do is check if the AutoComplete feature is enabled in Outlook. This feature allows Outlook to remember your login credentials for various accounts, including email. To enable AutoComplete, follow these steps:
1. Open Outlook and click on the “File” tab.
2. Select “Options” from the left-hand menu.
3. In the “Outlook Options” window, go to the “Advanced” tab.
4. Look for the “AutoComplete” section and make sure the “Use AutoComplete to fill in forms and messages” option is checked.
5. Click “OK” to save the changes.
2. Configure Outlook to remember your password
If the AutoComplete feature is enabled, but Outlook still doesn’t remember your password, you may need to configure it manually. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open Outlook and go to the “File” tab.
2. Select “Account Settings” and then “Account Settings” again.
3. In the “Account Settings” window, choose the email account you want to configure and click “Change”.
4. Enter your password and click “Next”.
5. Make sure the “Remember password” option is checked.
6. Click “Next” and then “Finish” to save the changes.
3. Reset the AutoComplete cache
If Outlook still doesn’t remember your password, it may be due to a corrupted AutoComplete cache. To reset the cache, follow these steps:
1. Close Outlook.
2. Open the Run dialog box by pressing “Windows key + R”.
3. Type “%APPDATA%\Microsoft\Outlook” in the Run dialog box and press “Enter”.
4. Navigate to the “Outlook” folder and delete the “AutoComplete” folder.
5. Restart Outlook and try logging in again.
4. Check for conflicting software
Sometimes, other software installed on your computer may interfere with Outlook’s ability to remember passwords. Check for any conflicting software, such as password managers or antivirus programs, and try disabling them temporarily to see if that resolves the issue.
By following these steps, you should be able to get Outlook to remember your password. If the problem persists, it may be due to a more significant issue, and you may need to contact Microsoft Support for further assistance.
