How to Add QQ Mail to Outlook Manually?

Overview: In this 4n6 article, we aim to provide the important information about how to add QQ mail to Outlook. Here we have broken down two basic ways through which you can add selective and/or all Tencent QQ emails to Outlook. So, let’s start this informative journey.

QQ Mail is an email service provided by Chinese tech giant Tencent. QQ Mail is actually part of broader Tencent services such as instant messaging, social media, gaming, and more. This mail service allows sending, receiving and managing emails just like any other email services.

On the other hand, Outlook is one of the widely used email applications. While QQ is mainly used in China, Outlook is used around the world largely for personal and professional assignments. Outlook is developed by Microsoft and is used to manage multiple accounts that support IMAP/SMPT protocols.

Why Should You Add QQ to Outlook?

• Account Management: If you want to manage multiple other accounts and QQ Mail at once, adding it to Outlook is a better option. MS Outlook gives you a platform to easily manage multiple profiles at the same time.
• Offline Access: Tencent QQ is an online mail service, which cannot be accessed offline. If you want offline access to QQ Mail, adding it to Outlook is useful because it allows you to download emails and store them locally on your computer.
• Backup Purpose: If you need to backup or create copies of QQ Mail emails, adding them to Outlook may be useful. Since Outlook stores data in a PST file, you can create copies of QQ in an Outlook PST file.

So, these are the basic benefits of adding qq.com to Outlook account. Now, let’s look at the basic ways to get the job done. So, keep reading below.

How to Add QQ Mail to Outlook?

There are two basic ways to add QQ email to Outlook. There is a manual method where you need to make some settings in QQ and create some codes to add in Outlook account. Alternatively, there is a direct method, where you need to enable the setting in Tencent QQ and then export the most important emails or all of them at the same time.

We have detailed both manual and direct methods in detail. Both approaches are good and have different importance. Please read it and choose one as per your need.

Method 1: Add qq.com to Outlook Manually  

• First, open QQ Mail and go to Settings and Accounts.
• Now from the POP3/IMAP/SMTP/Exchange/CardDAV/CalDAV Service window, check the POP3/SMTP Service and IMAP/SMTP Service boxes, and then click Save.
• A new window will open showing the verification code, enter the code and then click OK.
• Now, go back to the Account tab and click the button in the red text book below
• In the new pop-up window, select the button and then copy the code.
• Next, send this code with your mobile phone to the number shown on Pop.
• Now, you will receive the authorization code with the new pop. Copy the code as it will be your password to use on your Outlook account.
• Next, open Outlook and go to File and Add Account.
• Choose the “Advanced” option and select “Allow me to set up my account manually” and then click “Connect.”
• Choose your account type. Here select IMAP or POP. Add your QQ address and then the authorization code you received earlier.
• Now, Outlook will add your QQ mail and display all related mailboxes.

So, this is the manual way to add QQ mail to Outlook. This method is a bit difficult and not suitable for all types of users. We have listed some points that you should consider before using the manual method.

Limitation of the Manual Method

• This method is not suitable for all levels of users. Non-technical professionals may find it complicated.
• Sometimes authorization fails and you cannot receive the code to add in Outlook account.
• You will not get any option to add only selected emails from QQ to Outlook.

Don’t worry! If you also do not find this approach suitable for you, we have the best alternative for you to choose from. Please find the simplest and direct way to add QQ email to Outlook.

Method 2: A Direct Way to Add Tencent QQ Mail to Outlook

4n6 Email Backup Tool is the simplest and most professional way to add qq.com emails to Outlook account. This software firstly allows you to export QQ account emails to PST format. Then, you can add these files to any version of Outlook account like 2019, 2016, etc. This software is easy to use and unlike the manual method, it is beneficial for both technical and non-technical user.

This software allows you to add only the emails/mailboxes you requested instead of adding them all against your will. We have listed the complete working of this automatic below, please check it.

Steps to Export QQ Mail Emails to Outlook PST Files

• Download, install and start the automatic software on your computer.
  
• Now, go to Open menu and then select Add Account.
  
  
• Now, enter your QQ Mail credentials and also the IMAP server and port Then click Add.
  

Note: IMAP Server: imap.qq.com | IMAP Port: 993

• The tool will now analyze and add your QQ account.
  
• Now, you have to go to the Export menu and select the PST.
  
  
• Select the location to save the resulting files and then click the Save.
  
  

Within a few minutes, your QQ emails will be saved to PST files. Then you can import them into Outlook. Please refer to the steps below to import files into QQ.

Steps to Import QQ Converted Files into Outlook

• Open Outlook and go to File > Open & Export > Import/Export.
• Choose Import from another program or file > Outlook Data File (.pst).
• Browse and select the QQ converted PST file, then click Next.
• Choose import options, select folders, and then click Next.
• Choose the destination for the imported files, and then click Finish.

This is how to add QQ mail to Outlook with the help of the simplest automated tool. This software is feature rich and very useful compared to the manual method. We have detailed some of the main reasons to use the tool instead of the manual method, please read through.

In Conclusion

If you want to add QQ Mail to Outlook, you can do it in two best ways. We have offered you a manual method which is somehow technical and not that easy to use. On the other hand we have offered you a direct way which allows you to export all or selective emails from QQ to any edition of Outlook in just a few simple steps. Please read both the methods and choose as per your convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1) What are the quick steps to add QQ mailbox to Outlook?

• Download, install and launch QQ for Outlook Data Export Tool.
• Add your qq.com account credentials to the software.
• Now, select Outlook PST as the saving option and click Save.
• Finally import the converted files to your Outlook account.

Question 2) Can I add only QQ inbox folder to MS Outlook?

Yes. You can add all or a specific Tencent QQ mailbox to Outlook with 4n6 professional software. The manual method does not allow you to select the folder.

Question 3) Can Outlook add QQ mailbox directly?

Yes. You can enable IMAP and POP3 settings in your QQ mailbox and send a verification code. Outlook will set up your QQ account manually.

Question 4) Does adding QQ to Outlook affect the existing data in the account?

No, the process is completely safe. It does not affect any existing data when you export QQ mail to Outlook.