How to Delete All Emails Over a Certain Age in Outlook Webmail

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of deleting all emails older than a certain age in Outlook Webmail. Whether you're using a Hotmail or Office 365 account, this method allows for efficient bulk deletions, helping you manage your inbox and storage space effectively.

Step 1: Access Outlook Webmail

• Open your preferred web browser.
• Navigate to the Outlook Webmail login page.
• Log in with your Hotmail or Office 365 credentials.

Step 2: Navigate to Your Inbox or Desired Folder

• Once logged in, locate the folder from which you want to delete old emails (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items).
• Click on the folder to view its contents.

Step 3: Use the Search Function to Filter Emails

• In the search bar at the top of the page, type the following to filter emails based on age:
  • received:<date>
  • Replace <date> with the date before which you want to delete emails (e.g., received:<01/01/2023).
• Press Enter to display all emails received before the specified date.

Step 4: Select All Filtered Emails

• Once the search results are displayed, click the checkbox at the top left corner of the email list to select all emails shown.
• If you have many emails, you may need to click on "Select all conversations that match this search" to ensure all relevant emails are included.

Step 5: Delete the Selected Emails

• After selecting the emails, look for the Trash icon or delete option in the toolbar.
• Click this option to delete all selected emails in bulk.

Step 6: Confirm Deletion

• A confirmation message may appear asking if you are sure you want to delete the selected emails.
• Confirm the deletion to proceed.

Step 7: Check Storage Usage

• To monitor your storage usage, go to the settings or account information section.
• Review how many emails are in each folder and the total storage space used.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can efficiently manage your Outlook Webmail by deleting emails older than a certain date. This process not only helps declutter your inbox but also optimizes your storage space. Consider setting a regular schedule for email maintenance to keep your inbox organized. For more tips and guidance on using Outlook effectively, check out additional resources online.