Weegy: In my opinion, if you need it for legal purposes you should not, not, NOT be using Hotmail. Or any free email service, for that matter.
I have nothing against them, per se, they're fine services when used properly. [ But if you saw the constant stream of questions I get relating to lost accounts, lost email and worse, and the inconsistent or total lack of customer support at times, you'd understand why I take such a hard line on free email accounts.
I'll answer your question, but I'll also recommend some alternatives.
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First, I have to say this: I am not a lawyer, and this is not legal advice. In fact, one of my pieces of advice below will be to confer with a lawyer for the requirements you might be facing in your situation and jurisdiction.
To the best of my knowledge most email services do not keep a log of incoming email. They deliver it, and then it's up to you to do with it what you will. The amount of data to keep a log of everything would be enormous. However, whether they do or do not, is also not something I would count on at all.
My current understanding is that Windows Live Hotmail will keep your mail: ]
User: Why might it be important to keep an archive all of your communication in your email account?
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