About Microsoft Outlook on PC
The new Outlook for Windows is free from the Microsoft Store and comes preinstalled on new Windows devices. It puts personal and work email accounts and calendars in one app.
Mac users can get Microsoft Outlook free from the Mac App Store. In a browser, personal accounts use Outlook.com, and work or school accounts use Outlook on the web.
What changed recently: Microsoft ended support for the Windows Mail, Calendar and People apps on December 31, 2024, and recommends moving to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook.com.
What you can do on the desktop
- Connect personal and work email accounts in one app
- Manage calendars next to your inbox
- Import local mail, events and contacts exported from the old Windows Mail, Calendar and People apps
- Run side by side with classic Outlook if you still need features like full .pst support
How to Install Microsoft Outlook on PC
Download and install Microsoft Outlook on your Windows PC or Mac using the official options below, no emulator needed.
Method 1: Official app for Windows
- Open the Microsoft Store.
- Search for Outlook for Windows (published by Microsoft Corporation).
- Click Get or Install.
- Open Outlook and add your email account.
Method 2: Official app for Mac
- Open the Mac App Store.
- Search for Microsoft Outlook.
- Click Get, then open the app and sign in.
Method 3: Microsoft Outlook on the web
- Personal account: go to outlook.com and sign in.
- Work or school account: go to Microsoft365.com or outlook.office365.com and sign in.
What about Android emulators?
An emulator does not make sense for Outlook. Microsoft offers free official apps for Windows and Mac plus a full web version.
System Requirements
- Windows: Windows 10 version 2004 (build 19041) or higher, latest WebView2
- Mac: macOS 14.0 or later (Mac App Store listing)
- Web: A web browser and a Microsoft account or work/school account
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Outlook for Windows free?
Yes. Microsoft describes the new Outlook for Windows as free for anyone with Windows.
Does it work on Windows 7?
No. The new Outlook for Windows needs Windows 10 version 2004 (build 19041) or higher.
What happened to the Windows Mail and Calendar apps?
Support ended on December 31, 2024, and they can no longer send or receive email. Microsoft points users to the new Outlook or Outlook.com.
Can I still use classic Outlook?
Yes. Microsoft lets classic and new Outlook run side by side, and users who switch can go back to classic.
