How to configure Outlook to leave mail on the server

Many users would like to leave their e-mail on the server so they can download it from other computers or read mail using their provider's web interface.

In Outlook 2007 and Outlook 2010/2013:

1. Go to Tools, Account Settings in Outlook 2007;  File, Account settings in Outlook 2010 and Outlook 2013
2. Select the Email account, click Change (or double-click on the email account)
3. Click More Settings
4. Go to the Advanced tab – leave on server settings are in the lower section
   

In Outlook 2003 and older:

1. Tools, Email Accounts
2. Select View or Change Existing Accounts
3. Select the Email account, click Change
4. Click More Settings
5. Advanced tab – lower section

Tutorial: Leave mail on server in Outlook 2003 and older

Published January 20, 2011. Last updated on May 5, 2017.

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