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How to Create an Outlook.dk Alias in Microsoft 365 Family

Maira Mehtab Sep 22, 2026 869 views

Question details

The user wants to add a new Outlook.dk email address to an existing Microsoft 365 Family account as an alias, avoiding the creation of a completely separate account.

Product: Microsoft 365 Family
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Managing Microsoft account settings to add a secondary email address (alias) for personal or family use.
Observed behavior: The user needs to successfully create and link an Outlook.dk alias within the same Microsoft account rather than setting up a standalone mailbox.

Before you start

Ensure you have your existing Microsoft account login credentials and access to a secure web browser.

Solution 1Recommended

Add a New Email Alias via Microsoft Account Settings

Follow these steps to create a new Outlook.dk address and link it as an alias to your current Microsoft account.

An alias is an additional email address associated with your Outlook.com account. An alias uses the same inbox, contact list, and account settings as your primary email address.

Sign in to Microsoft

Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in with your existing Microsoft account credentials.

Open Your Info

Navigate to the 'Your Info' tab located at the top of the account dashboard.

Edit Account Info

Scroll to find the account details section and select 'Edit account info'.

Add an Email

Under the 'Account aliases' section, click on the 'Add email' option.

Create and Save Alias

Choose 'Create a new email address and add it as an alias', type in your desired Outlook.dk address, and click 'Add alias' to save your changes.

Important Notice: Because an alias belongs to the same Microsoft account, do not choose an option that creates a separate, standalone account.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my new Outlook.dk alias to sign in to my Microsoft account?

Yes, you can sign in to your Microsoft account using any of your active aliases, including your new Outlook.dk address, along with your existing password.

Does an email alias get its own separate inbox?

No, an alias shares the same inbox, contact list, and account settings as your primary Microsoft account email address.

Can I add an already existing Microsoft account as an alias?

No, you cannot add an existing Microsoft account email (such as another Outlook.com or Hotmail.com address) as an alias to another account.

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