how do i change my hotmail password in outlook app

To change your Hotmail (now part of Outlook/Microsoft) password from within the Outlook app, you generally need to go through your Microsoft account settings rather than a password field inside the app itself, since Outlook uses your Microsoft account credentials.

On the Outlook mobile app (iOS/Android):

1. Open the Outlook app and tap your profile picture/initials icon in the top-left corner.
2. Tap the gear icon (Settings) at the bottom.
3. Select your Hotmail/Outlook account from the list.
4. Look for "Manage Account" or "Security info" — this will open a browser window taking you to your Microsoft account page.
5. Sign in if prompted, then navigate to Security > Change password (or Password security).
6. Enter your current password, then your new password twice, and save.

On Outlook for Windows/Mac (desktop): The desktop Outlook app doesn't let you change your password directly either. Instead:

1. Go to File > Account Settings > Account Settings.
2. Select your account and click "Change" — this may redirect you to a sign-in page.
3. Alternatively, simply open a web browser and go to the Microsoft account security page directly.
4. Sign in, go to Security, then Change password, and follow the prompts.

Simplest method (works regardless of app):

1. Open any web browser and go to account.microsoft.com.
2. Sign in with your Hotmail/Outlook email and current password.
3. Click Security in the top menu.
4. Choose Change password (sometimes under "Password security" or "More security options").
5. Enter your old password, then create and confirm a new one.
6. Once changed, reopen the Outlook app — you may be prompted to re-enter your new password to stay signed in.

If you've forgotten your current password, use the "I forgot my password" link on the sign-in page instead, which walks you through identity verification and resetting it.

Note: Menu names and steps can shift slightly with app updates, so if an option isn't exactly where described, look for "Account," "Security," or "Manage Account" within Settings.