Leave Windows Live Hotmail and Revert Back to Classic MSN Hotmail

Windows Live Hotmail which was briefly named as Windows Live Mail during beta, is officially launched as final version. Windows Live Hotmail is the new web-based email service from Microsoft which is intended as the replacement for the classic old MSN Hotmail existed since 1995. Major enhancements in Windows Live Hotmail are extensive use of AJAX for interactive feature and free 2GB email storage space. From 7 May 2007, all new Hotmail accounts will be created as Windows Live Hotmail accounts, while existing MSN Hotmail users can update to Windows Live Hotmail by clicking on the “Join Windows Live Hotmail” button below the Hotmail logo, with beta users automatically switched.

However, the user interface of Windows Live Hotmail is not as intuitive, as responsive or as attractive as you would have expected. After switching over, you may regret your choice and would like to revert back to the old classic Hotmail interface. Luckily, Microsoft still provide a way to switch back to MSN Hotmail, with the downside that you may lose your free 2GB space. Here’s how to do it.

There’re 2 version of Windows Live Hotmail - full version with all the AJAX capabilities such as address auto-complete, reading pane, color schemes and keyboard shortcuts, and classic version which pretty much resemble the user interface the original Hotmail. In fact, classic Windows Live Hotmail interface version is recommended for users with slow internet connection or a monitor that is under 1024 x 768 pixels. If you want to keep the 2GB free space, this is the best option to opt for.

Switch to classic version of Windows Live Hotmail

Switch to Classic Windows Live Hotmail
Simply look for “Switch to classic” link located in the bottom left corner, and you’re done.

Switch back to original MSN Hotmail

If you want to revert back to MSN Hotmail, and don’t care whether you have the free 2GB mail space, click on Options on the top right corner (in full version, a pull down menu will be shown, where you should further click on More Options). You will see the following message.

For full version:

You’re using the full version of Windows Live Hotmail.
Click here to try the classic version, which is good for slow connections.
You can also Switch to MSN Hotmail.

For classic version:

You are using the classic version of Windows Live Hotmail.
Have a fast connection and want more features? Try the full version to see message previews in your inbox. (It’s free, too.)
You can also Switch to MSN Hotmail.

So to revert, click on “Switch to MSN Hotmail”. In the Switch Back page, confirm by clicking on Switch back button. And you’re back to original MSN Hotmail.

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294 Responses to “Leave Windows Live Hotmail and Revert Back to Classic MSN Hotmail”

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  1. lana
    September 19th, 2007 23:17
    75

    i HATE this version..WWHHYY cant i get my original hotmail back..i hate it…i dont even know HOW i got it….

  2. may
    September 19th, 2007 18:05
    74

    this new hotmail is so difficult to handle and i’d like to suich back to classic hotmail

  3. denese
    September 19th, 2007 11:51
    73

    i hate this new version with a passion. how did this happen to me.. i blinked. pressed a wrong button. .and im stuck in hotmail live u know what. i want out..

  4. fani
    September 19th, 2007 07:07
    72

    i hate HOTMAÄ°L LÄ°VE ! Ä° WANT MY MSN HOTMAÄ°L!!
    Ä° CAN’t GET Ä°T BACKKKKKKKKKK WHYYYYYYYYYYYY?

  5. fani
    September 19th, 2007 07:06
    71

    i hate HOTMAİL LİVE ! İ WANT MY MSN HOTMAİL!!
    İ CAN’t GET İT BACKKKKKKKKKK WHYYYYYYYYYYYY?

  6. Su
    September 18th, 2007 23:49
    70

    how can i go back to the regular msn hotmail because i don’t havve this option to switch from live hotmail to the old one.
    I hate windows live i wonna get my old hotmail :(

  7. mark
    September 18th, 2007 23:10
    69

    PLEASEEEEE allow users the OPTION of reverting back. users hate being forced to accept what you give them and then having to continously inform MSN about the lack of features in the “newer” version e.g cut & paste (now available), can’t make changes to sent messages, # of emails per page etc. I haven’t spoken or read 1 blog of a person who enjoys the new beta. no wonder Goog and gmail continue to dominate. They listen to their users instead of dictating to them.

  8. Kirsten
    September 18th, 2007 20:37
    68

    Everyone I ended up switching to gmail.
    its better, and vaguely easier to use I’m still getting used to it.
    But not making me mad such as Live did :D

  9. GB
    September 18th, 2007 20:16
    67

    I need to switch back NOW! This Windows live is dreadful.

  10. Sam
    September 18th, 2007 17:01
    66

    anyone know how to disable “Attachments, pictures, and links in this message have been blocked for your safety.” message???????????

  11. Susan
    September 18th, 2007 12:05
    65

    Don’t understand why I got converted to the Windows Live Hotmail. I, too, hate it!! Get us all back….quickly….please!

  12. lota
    September 18th, 2007 09:53
    64

    please, can somody tell how to swich back to old hotmail

  13. Albert Mitchell
    September 18th, 2007 09:20
    63

    I like my old mail box !!!

  14. kim
    September 18th, 2007 09:09
    62

    how do i get back to the regular hotmail shouldnt we have the choice to switch or not i dont like the live

  15. GIna
    September 18th, 2007 02:30
    61

    I cant even read my mail. An ad pops up and it gets stuck.. This is insane. Hotmail foolishly is my primary personal e-mail, but 4 says without being able to access it is making me rethink this

  16. Janette Ress
    September 18th, 2007 01:58
    60

    i’m at my wits end here,,i’m trying to get switch back to msn hotmail,,don’t like windows live hotmail,,i did everything they told me to do and it still won’t switch back,,i’m i missing something here,,if anybody got a solution to this problem i would really be gratfully

  17. Mel Jessop
    September 17th, 2007 23:49
    59

    I have followed your instructions but am still not able to convert back to cassic MSN Hotmail. Am I missing something? I originally choose the classic version of Windows Live Hotmail. I then upgraded to the full version allowing me to get the ‘more options’ link. When I did this though it only gave me the option to convert back to the classic version and not to revert back to classic MSN. Please help!

  18. CARMELA MAINAR
    September 17th, 2007 22:25
    58

    Well I thinking that hotmail don’t listen or waant to due what ever they want so if you think that you are making the rigth desition jus due what ever you whant .Only don;t try heart full susch as people as I m, just a person wwho don’t understand what is happening and don’t whant to be rude with nobody because I respect every body opinion rigth now is like the inquisition centuries ago so if you want go ahead just say so but please don’ make us fell fullis sorry about my bad writting in English bye for now

  19. CARMELA MAINAR
    September 17th, 2007 21:30
    57

    please Ican’not going true the new windows please had the all one I had as many problems to understand so plaese give us a go , just return the other way, we are suppose to get all our wishes but I think somebodody in the top don’t listen just had a heart GOD BLESS YOU .I,m a older person and my hobbies are visit the web but now is very impossible .

  20. Kirsten
    September 17th, 2007 20:32
    56

    Please HELP
    i just recently converted to Windows Live and I tried what you said and I am unable to get rid of it!
    I am in panic because dissapprove of this Windows Live majorly!!
    HELLPP!
    THANKS

  21. Lorraine Connelly
    September 17th, 2007 03:52
    55

    Print so large, can’t make it small and can’t find my e-mail for 3 days now. HELP

  22. dd
    September 17th, 2007 02:39
    54

    I hate Hotmail Live too!

    I can’t afford new PC and new software just to use this new version.

    This is a classic example of how MS assumes what the users want instead of asking.

    One day I’ll purchase that new PC… and the MACs look more and more attractive all the time!

  23. Tami
    September 16th, 2007 23:14
    53

    JUST A CLICK WILL DO

    I’m back and Mader than HELL

    Whats Up with the window in front of “SWITCH BACK TO CLASSIC”

    I believe that theres a PROBLEM. Do we know who’s going to fix it. Someone is NOT doing there JOB.
    I would like to know if the same people are running MSN and WINDOWS LIVE!!! Or is it two different departments, Companies? It a shame how WINDOWS LIVE is making MSN look bad, if so.

    I just had my e/mail up and was going to send something “WHERE WAS MY CONTACT LIST” not there

    All I’ve got to say if theres a new CEO Get him out of there??????????

    This will be my 7th COMMENT because Number 6th didn’t show up on the screen??? Hum

  24. Ed
    September 16th, 2007 20:24
    52

    This new hotmail sucks I agree with everyone here I am tired of MICROSOFT and their we can do what we want I am ready to switch to linyx

  25. Carmela Mainar
    September 16th, 2007 20:24
    51

    Well, the same problem

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