Email Redirection
How to Set Up Email Redirection in Outlook
Email redirection is a useful feature in Outlook that allows you to automatically forward emails from one account to another. Below is a step-by-step guide to setting up email redirection effectively.
Step 1: Log In to the Old Email Account
Open the Outlook application or go to the Outlook web interface.
Log in using the credentials of the email account from which you want to redirect emails.
Step 2: Navigate to Settings
Once logged in, click on the Settings icon (usually represented as a gear icon) in the top-right corner.
Scroll down and select View all Outlook settings or a similar option.
Step 3: Access Rules
In the settings menu, navigate to the Mail section.
Select Rules from the available options.
Step 4: Create a New Rule
Click on Add a new rule or Create Rule.
In the "Name" field, enter a descriptive name for the rule, such as "Email Redirection."
Step 5: Configure Conditions
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Under Add a condition, you will see multiple options such as:
Select Apply to all messages if you want to redirect all incoming emails, regardless of the sender or content.
Step 6: Set the Action
Under Add an action, choose Redirect to from the list of available actions.
In the field provided, enter the email address to which you want to redirect the messages.
Step 7: Save the Rule
Review the rule configuration to ensure accuracy.
Click Save to activate the rule.
Additional Tips
Test the Rule: Send a test email to the old email address to verify that the redirection works correctly.
Manage Multiple Rules: If you have other rules in place, ensure they do not conflict with the email redirection rule.
Security Note: Always use secure and trusted email addresses for redirection to avoid potential misuse.
By following these steps, you can ensure seamless email redirection to the intended recipient, making email management more efficient.