How to Fix Outlook Not Working on iPhone

• Outlook not working on iPhone (step by step guide)
• Meta Description: Find out how to resolve the problem of Outlook on iPhone with the following step by step solutions. Easily troubleshoot syncing problems, log-in problems, and lost notifications.

Introduction: Why Outlook can no longer be used on iPhone.

Microsoft Outlook is a stable application that helps to keep track of emails, calendars and contacts. Nevertheless, there is a common disappointing problem that iPhone users have to deal with: Outlook does not work correctly. This can manifest itself in the form of emails that cannot synchronize, failure to log-in, or presence of missed notifications.

Luckily, the issue normally has easy solutions. In this instructional guide, we will cover the 7 sure tricks to restore Outlook to normalcy on your iPhone.

The following are some of the frequent reasons behind the iPhone related outlook problems.

Our fixes may be as a result of something:

• Difficulties in internet connection**

The Outlook does not synchronize emails with weak or unstable Wi-Fi/data.

• Incorrect email settings**

Poor IMAP / SMTP settings may prevent emails.

• Outdated Outlook app or iOS**

Older versions can be bugged to disrupt the performance of apps.

• App cache or storage issues**

Full storage drives may lead to crash of application or failure to load email.

Notification and synchronization settings are disabled.

New emails will not be displayed in case the background refresh/push notifications are disabled.

• Fix 1: Make sure that there is an Internet Connection.

The easiest solution would be to be sure that your iPhone has access to a stable network.

• Check by opening Safari and opening a webpage.
• Interchange cellular and Wi-Fi.
• In case of difficulties: reset your network:

Go to: **Settings> General> Transfer or Reset iphone> Reset> Reset Network settings.

• Fix 2: iPhone and Outlook App Restarting.

A temporary glitch may be solved by a reboot.

• Reboot iPhone by holding pressing the Power button.
• To perform hard reset, hold on to Volume Down and Power, then until the Apple logo appears.
• Swipe the app away on the app switcher to close the Outlook app, and then reopen.
• Fix 3: iOS and Outlook App Update.

Synchronization errors may be caused by outdated software.

• Update iPhone: **Settings> General> Software Update**.
• Check Outlook: **App Store> Updates> Outlook> Update**.

Bugs are fixed by regular updates, and compatibility is also enhanced.

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When Outlook does not work, you could be having corrupt account settings.

• Click on **Settings> Mail> Accounts> outlook> delete account.

1. Add the account again through **Settings> Mail> Accounts> Add Account> outlook.

Enter your log in and agree on options to sync (Mail, Contacts, Calendars).

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• Fix 5: Change Mail and Sync Settings.

Email not showing may take place because of incorrect sync settings.

• Open Mail Accounts Fetch New Data.

Push or Fetch Automatically.

• Make sure Background App refresh is enabled to Outlook.
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Clear Outlook Cache or Reinstall App: There are times when a specific Outlook application or the email program itself fails to operate properly or needs to be fixed.Fix 6: Clear Outlook Cache or Reinstall App: It may happen that a certain Outlook application or the email program itself does not work as expected or requires repair.

Accumulation of caches will cause Outlook to become unresponsive. The process of clearing the cache cannot be done directly on iPhone:

• Tap on iPhone Storage in the same settings general menu, then tap on Outlook and then, tap on Offload App.
• Re-installed the outlook in the App Store.

This will update the app without destroying your account information.

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• Fix 7: Notifications and Background Refresh On/Off.

In case emails are received, but you did not see alerts:

Opening the settings> Notifications> Outlook and turn on all the notifications.

• Activate Background App Refresh in settings, General Background App Refresh.

This makes sure Outlook will look at new mail even not in use.

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• Complextr fixes Still outlook is not working.

In case of unresponsiveness of Outlook:

• Turn everything off: Settings: General: Reset: Reset All Settings.
• Check VPN/ firewall settings: Occasionally these block outlook servers.
• Call Microsoft Support** when having a persistent problem with your account.
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The following are the common questions and answers in regards to fixing the problem of outlook not working on iPhone.
• 1. Why doesn't Outlook synchronize on my iPhone?

This could be as a result of poor internet access, improper syncing preferences or old software.

• 2. What do I do to reset my Outlook account in IPhone?

Unadd and readd the account in the settings mail accounts.

• 3. Why do I not receive outlook notifications?

Make sure that notifications are on in the notifications section in setting under outlook.

• 4. What do I do with the wrong password in outlook on iPhone?

Enter your proper password once more and change it through the outlook web portal.

• 5. Is the Outlook blocked by VPN or firewall settings on iPhone?

Yes, the VPNs can interfere with the connection of Outlook. Attempt to switch off VPN.

• 6. Which should I do first, re-install outlook or reset my iPhone?

Firstly, re-install outlook. iPhone should have a last stop of resetting.

Conclusion: Make outlook run smoothly again.

Outlook can cause interference with work and personal communication when it fails in iPhone. Luckily, most of these problems are resolved by simple measures such as checking your internet, updating software, re-adding accounts or changing sync settings.

In case of troublesome cases, more sophisticated solutions such as reconfiguring settings or calling on Microsoft Tech support will get you back on course. Keeping it updated on a regular basis and allowing alerts, you will be able to keep Outlook working flawlessly.

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