Recover Hotmail Account Using Microsoft Restoring Solutions

If you cannot sign in to your Hotmail account, I know this is a huge issue for someone who relies on this service for data exchange. Plus, in emergencies, when you are communicating with your clients, and suddenly you get logged out, and can’t sign in again, then the need to recover Hotmail account becomes crucial. 

I have recovered many Hotmail accounts for users who forgot passwords or were hacked. Today, I will share how to do that via Microsoft’s official methods. So, first, let me explain the reasons behind the account being inaccessible. 

Why Outlook.com Accounts Get Locked or Inaccessible

Microsoft does not block any Hotmail account until you:

• Forgot the Hotmail password
• Someone changed the password or hacked it
• Microsoft locked the account for suspicious activity
• Lost recovery email or phone number
• Did not sign in for a long time
• Too many wrong login attempts will block the account temporarily

No matter the reason, Microsoft allows you to restore Hotmail account if you provide valid verification and a justification for unusual activities. If you have the same, then follow Microsoft’s restoration methods with a proper set of instructions. 

How to Recover Hotmail Account Step by Step

As I’m the Microsoft 365 admin for over 15+ years, I know how to get Outlook.com access back in minutes. So, let me tell you all my tricks one by one, simply:

Method 1. Restore Hotmail Account Using Forgot Password

Whenever you are unable to access your Hotmail account, the very first option to get back access is clicking on Forgot Password. Here’s how:

#Step 1. Open Microsoft’s Password Recovery page, and click the Forgot my password option.

#Step 2. Enter the Hotmail email address. Click Next.

#Step 3. Choose how you want to receive the security code:

• Email
• SMS
• Microsoft Authenticator app

Select one and click Get code.

#Step 4. Enter the received verification code. Click Next.

#Step 5. Create a new and unique password of at least 8 characters. Click Next

So, if you have your phone or access to the recovery email, then your Hotmail account will quickly recover by following the above steps. But if you don’t have the same, then don’t worry, move to the next section, where I’ll tell you what to do.

Method 2. Recover Hotmail Account Without Phone or Recovery Email

Those who do not have their phone or access to the recovery email address can follow these guidelines for instant restoration:

#Step 1. Open Microsoft’s Account Recovery Portal.

#Step 2. Enter your:

• Outlook.com address
• A working email where Microsoft can contact you

Click Next

#Step 3. Now, enter the received code, and hit the Verify button.

#Step 4. Now, fill out the Account Recovery Form. This is the most important step, and you have to provide your account information as shown in this screenshot:

The more correct details you enter, the higher your chance of success.

#Step 4. Submit the form.

Microsoft reviews it within 24 hours and replies to you with a solution, if your details are correct. After approval, you receive a password reset link.

Method 3. Restore Hacked Outlook.com Account

If you have even entered the right password, you can’t access your Hotmail account. Moreover, you tried the forgot password technique also, and no authentication or verification code you received. Then, your account is hacked, and someone accesses your data.

Don’t worry, I faced the same situation in the past, and I followed these instructions to recover Hotmail account:

#Step 1. Open Microsoft’s Account Security Portal, and click “My account has been compromised.”

#Step 2. Sign in (if possible) or use the recovery form.

#Step 3. Verify identity using:

• Security codes
• Recovery form

#Step 4. After recovery:

• Change password
• Turn on 2-step verification
• Remove unknown devices
• Check email rules & forwarding

This stops the hacker from re-accessing your Hotmail. 

What to Do If Microsoft Rejects Your Recovery Request

If you received a response from Microsoft’s support stating “not enough information.” Most of the time, they approve your request in one email, but sometimes, if they find you can’t provide the required and correct details, then they reject your request.

The very first thing, don’t panic, just:

• Wait 24 hours
• Fill the form again
• Add more accurate details
• Try from the same device and location you used before

I usually get approved within 2–3 attempts if the information is correct.

What to Do Right After Recover Hotmail Account

Once you get your Hotmail account back, secure it immediately by:

• Adding a new recovery email
• Update your phone number
• Enable two-step verification

This prevents future losses and makes recovery easier if something goes wrong again.

Not only this, but also make a replica of your Hotmail account data to your local folders or hard drive, to ensure data continuity even if your Outlook.com account is inaccessible or hacked. For the same, you have to sync Outlook.com with Outlook to download emails from Hotmail, then:

• Open Outlook, and click File > Open & Export > Import/Export.
• Choose Export to a file and click Next.
• Select Outlook Data File (.pst) and click Next.
• Choose your Outlook.com mailbox and subfolders. Click Next.
• Browse to a location on your computer to save the backup.
• Click Finish to start exporting.

Not only this, but you can download your account’s data in numerous formats, i.e. EML, MBOX, PDF & PST, with advanced filters quickly. 

You can also use this utility when you need to import Outlook contacts to Gmail or migrate data to another platform after recovery. So, download this now for free, and save your Hotmail data from being hacked or deleted.

Author’s Verdict

When you need to recover Hotmail account, always use the discussed recovery methods; don’t rely on wrong or third-party information. If you’re confident that you have all the credentials or required information, Microsoft will help you get your account back as soon as possible. 

It is suggested to bookmark this guide so that you can resolve this query if it occurs in the future.

People Also Ask

1. How to recover Hotmail account if I forgot the password?
   Use the Microsoft “Forgot password” page and reset it using a security code or the recovery form.
2. Can I recover my Outlook.com account without a phone number?
   Yes. Use the Microsoft account recovery form and verify by answering account-related questions.
3. How long does Hotmail account recovery take?
   In most cases, users will receive a response from Microsoft within 24 hours.
4. Can I recover a permanently deleted Outlook.com account?
   No. If it was deleted more than 60 days ago, Microsoft cannot restore it.
5. Will my emails be restored after account recovery?
   Yes. Once you regain access, all your emails, contacts, and folders are restored automatically.