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How to Specify a Reply-To Address in Windows Live Hotmail

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If you send a message from your Windows Live Hotmail account, but want to receive replies at another email address, you can use the Reply-To: header.

Specify a Reply-To Address in Windows Live Hotmail

To set replies to messages you send from Windows Live Hotmail to arrive at a different address:

  • Select Options | More Options... (in Windows Live Hotmail) or Options (in Windows Live Hotmail classic) from the toolbar.
  • Follow the Reply-to address link under Customize your mail.
  • Make sure Other address is selected.
  • Type the email address where you want to receive replies in the entry field.
  • Click Save.

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