Bellsouth.net Email stopped working in Outlook

• Bellsouth.net Email Not Working in Outlook? Here's the Fix**

If your Bellsouth.net email quit working with Outlook, you're not alone. AT&T switched Bellsouth accounts to Yahoo Mail, and lots of folks are having problems with syncing, logging in, and sending or getting emails.

This guide will tell you:✔️ **Why Bellsouth.net email isn't working in Outlook**✔️ **How to fix it, step by step, for Outlook 2019, 2021, 365, and older versions**✔️ **The right IMAP/POP3 server settings**✔️ **Some FAQs and AT&T support info**

• Why Did Bellsouth.net Stop Working with Outlook?**
• 3 Main Reasons**

1. **AT&T moved Bellsouth to Yahoo Mail servers.** The old settings don't work anymore.2. **Outlook is using the wrong IMAP/POP3 settings.**3. **There's a problem with your password or security.**

• Fix 1: Update Your Bellsouth.net Server Settings in Outlook**
• Correct IMAP Settings (What I Recommend)**

| Setting | Value || ------------------------ | ---------------------- || **Incoming Mail (IMAP)** | `imap.mail.att.net` || **Port** | 993 (SSL) || **Outgoing Mail (SMTP)** | `smtp.mail.att.net` || **Port** | 465 (SSL) |

• How to Change Your Outlook Settings**

1. Open **Outlook → File → Account Settings**2. Pick your Bellsouth account and click **Remove**3. Click **Add Account** and type in: - Email: `yourname@bellsouth.net` - Password: **Your current AT&T/Yahoo password**4. Pick **IMAP** and enter the server settings from above

• This should fix:** Emails not showing up, problems logging in
• Fix 2: Make an App Password (If You Use 2-Step Verification)**

If you use **two-factor authentication (2FA)**, Outlook might not let you log in.

• How to Make an App Password**

1. Go to **[AT&T App Password Page](https://myattpwd.att.com/)**2. Make a **16-digit password**3. Use this new password in Outlook instead of your regular one

• This should fix:** Wrong password messages
• Fix 3: Turn Off Old Outlook Add-ins**

Some add-ins can mess up email syncing.

1. Go to **File → Options → Add-ins**2. Click **Go** next to **COM Add-ins**3. **Uncheck everything** and restart Outlook

• This should fix:** Outlook freezing or crashing
• Fix 4: Fix Your Outlook Data File (.PST file)**

If your emails disappeared:

1. Close Outlook2. Open **Control Panel → Mail → Data Files**3. Pick your Bellsouth account and click **Repair**

• This should fix:** Missing emails, syncing problems
• Fix 5: See If AT&T/Yahoo Servers Are Down**

If Outlook suddenly quits working:

1. Go to **[AT&T Outage Map]**2. See if **Yahoo Mail** is down

• This should fix:** Can't connect errors
• FAQs: Bellsouth.net and Outlook**
• Q1: Why does Outlook keep asking for my Bellsouth password?**

For quick fixes, check our troubleshooting guides or contact our dedicated email support team for personalized assistance.