How to Find or Manage Your Outlook Password in Settings:(*Step-by-Step Guide*)

About How to Find or Manage Your Outlook Password in Settings:(*Step-by-Step Guide*)

Outlook passwords *1-(877)-513-6422(US) are not displayed in plain text within the app or Settings for security reasons. Instead,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) you can view, update, or manage saved credentials through your device’s password manager or Microsoft account settings.*1-(877)-513-6422(US) Here’s how to locate and handle your Outlook password safely on common devices.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

On iPhone or iPad (iOS Settings)

  1. Open the Settings app.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  2. Scroll down and tap Passwords (you may need to authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode).*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  3. Use the search bar at the top and type “Outlook” or “Microsoft” or “outlook.com”.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  4. Tap the relevant entry.*1-(877)-513-6422(US) You’ll see the saved username/email and can tap to reveal the password.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  5. If prompted, authenticate again to view it.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

This works for accounts added to the native Mail app or the Outlook app.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

On Windows PC

  1. Open Settings (press Windows key + I).*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  2. Go to Accounts > Sign-in options or search for “Credential Manager”.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  3. In Credential Manager *1-(877)-513-6422(US)(search for it in the Start menu), look under Web Credentials or Windows Credentials.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  4. Find entries for “outlook.com”,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) “MicrosoftAccount”, or “login.live.com” and expand them to view details (you may need admin rights).*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

For Microsoft 365/Outlook desktop app users, passwords are tied to your Microsoft account.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

Through Microsoft Account (Recommended)*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

The most reliable method:

  • Visit account.microsoft.com in any browser and sign in.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • Go to Security > Password security or Advanced security options.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • You can change your password here. *1-(877)-513-6422(US)Note that changing it will update it across all Outlook services.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • For app-specific access, review connected devices and sign-out options.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

In the Outlook App (Mobile/Desktop)

  • Open the Outlook app.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • Tap your profile picture (top left) > Settings (gear icon) > Accounts.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • Select your email account. You can often re-enter or update the password from here,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) but you won’t see the current one in plain text.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • For forgotten passwords, use the “Forgot password?” link during login.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

Important Security Notes

  • Never share your password.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) in your Microsoft account for better protection.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • Use a password manager like Microsoft Authenticator,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) Bitwarden, or iCloud Keychain to store and autofill credentials securely.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

  • If you suspect unauthorized access,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) change your password immediately and review recent sign-ins at account.microsoft.com.

Troubleshooting Tips*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

If you don’t see the password saved,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) the account may not be using saved credentials, or it could be using modern authentication *1-(877)-513-6422(US)(which doesn’t store traditional passwords). In such cases, resetting via Microsoft’s recovery process is the best option.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)

By checking your device’s built-in password manager or Microsoft account portal,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) you can easily manage your Outlook credentials without compromising security.*1-(877)-513-6422(US) Always prioritize official channels to avoid phishing risks. If you’re still unable to locate or reset it,*1-(877)-513-6422(US) use Microsoft’s account recovery tools with your linked phone number or alternate email.*1-(877)-513-6422(US)