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Fix: Windows Mail App keeps crashing
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you’re running Windows 10, and you are having issues with the Mail app, we’ll help you fix them. Well, your troubles are over — after you follow the tutorial below, you’ll be able to solve your Mail app in Windows 10, 8.1 so that you can get going with your work.
The Mail app can fail for several reasons and you might have to uninstall the app and install it back on your Windows 10,PCor just follow the troubleshooting steps below.
You’ll also check your Registry as shown below in order to fix missing or corrupted Registry keys. As a reminder for you, before attempting any steps listed below, it is always safe toback up your important files, folders, and documents.
How do I fix a Windows Mail app that keeps freezing?
1. Run SFC scan
2. Run the Windows App Troubleshooter
If you’re running Windows 10, you can also launch the Microsoft Store Apps Troubleshooter from the Settings page. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshooter > locate and launch the troubleshooter, as shown in the screenshot below.
3. Use the Update & Recovery option
4. Turn off Windows Firewall
In some cases, the Windows Firewall may block your Mail apppreventing you from sending or receiving mails.
5. Update your Store apps
6. Uninsall the Mail app
7. Reset Mail app settings
If you don’t want to reinstall the Mail app, you can try to reset its settings. Hopefully, this quick workaround will solve your problem. Here are the steps to follow:
8. Use a different email client
If the problem persists, maybe it’s time toswitch to a different email client– at least temporarily. Some of them have similar designs to Windows Mail, and some of them may even become your new favorite tools after a few uses.
You can find reliable alternatives that provide a similar user experience. Plus, most modern email clients come with additional features such as translation tools and email templates.
If you want to keep using a unified inbox, customize your layout, integrated apps, and easily access your social media accounts, we suggest you look intoMailbird.
Following the steps above will surely fix your Mail application in Windows 10. If you do run into other technical issues, you can always write to us in the comments section below and we will help you further.
This article is just one of many articles that are part of ourhub dedicated to fixing Email issues, so check it out if you have other similar problems.
Take a look at ourdedicated Email pagefor more interesting articles on the subject.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
