How to Connect Your Outlook Account

Connect your Outlook, Hotmail, or Live email during setup to protect against phishing scams.

During Initial Setup

When you reach the Email Protection step in the Gini walkthrough:

  1. Tap Outlook from the list of email providers
  2. You'll see Microsoft's sign-in screen
  3. Enter your Outlook/Hotmail email address
  4. Tap Next
  5. Enter your password
  6. Tap Sign in
  7. Review the permissions and tap Accept
  8. You're connected!

Works With These Email Addresses

  • @outlook.com
  • @hotmail.com
  • @live.com
  • @msn.com

Skipped It? No Problem

If you skipped email setup during the walkthrough:

  1. Open Gini Help
  2. Tap Settings at the bottom
  3. Tap Email Protection
  4. Tap Outlook
  5. Follow the Microsoft sign-in steps above

What You'll See

Once connected:

  • A green checkmark appears next to Email Protection
  • Gini starts scanning your inbox immediately
  • Phishing alerts appear when threats are detected

Need More Details?

For a complete guide including troubleshooting, see:

  • Connecting Your Outlook Account (in Email Protection section)