Adding your Office 365 email to an iPhone allows you to access your mail, calendar, and contacts anytime. Whether you are setting up a personal Microsoft account or a company work email, the process is simple and takes only a few minutes.
This step-by-step guide explains how to add an Office 365 email to an iPhone using both the built-in Mail app and the Outlook app.
Why Add Office 365 Email to iPhone?
When you add Office 365 email to your iPhone, you can:
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Check emails anytime, anywhere
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Sync contacts and calendar
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Get instant notifications
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Manage work and personal communication easily
Method 1: Add Office 365 Email Using iPhone Mail App (Best for Personal & Work Use)
Follow these steps to set up Office 365 email on your iPhone using the default Mail app:
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Open Settings on your iPhone
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Scroll down and tap Mail
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Tap Accounts
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Tap Add Account
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Select Microsoft Exchange
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Enter your Office 365 email address (example: [email protected])
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Tap Next
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Tap Sign In
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Enter your password and complete verification (if required)
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Choose what you want to sync:
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Mail
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Contacts
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Calendars
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Reminders
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Tap Save
Your Office 365 email is now added to your iPhone Mail app.
How to Add Personal Office 365 Email to iPhone
If you are using a personal Microsoft email like:
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Outlook.com
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Hotmail.com
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Live.com
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Microsoft 365 Family/Personal
Follow the same steps above and sign in using your personal Microsoft credentials.
After setup, your emails will automatically sync with the Mail app.
How to Add Work Office 365 Email to iPhone
If your Office 365 email is provided by your company, the process is similar but may include extra security steps.
Additional Steps for Work Email
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Enter your company email ID
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Sign in with your work password
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Approve multi-factor authentication (OTP or Authenticator app)
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Accept company security permissions if prompted
Your IT team may require:
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Device management profile installation
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Security policies for company data
This is normal for corporate accounts.
Method 2: Add Office 365 Email Using Microsoft Outlook App (Recommended for Work Emails)
Many companies prefer employees to use the Outlook app for better security and performance.
Steps to Add Office 365 Email in Outlook App
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Open the App Store
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Search for Microsoft Outlook and install it
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Open the Outlook app
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Tap Add Account
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Enter your Office 365 email address
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Tap Continue
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Enter your password
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Complete verification if required
Your email will start syncing immediately.
Mail App vs Outlook App – Which One Should You Use?
Use iPhone Mail App if:
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You have a personal Office 365 account
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You want a simple setup
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You prefer Apple’s default interface
Use Outlook App if:
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You use a company/work email
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Your organization requires it
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You want better email organization features
Common Issues While Adding Office 365 Email to iPhone
Here are a few quick fixes if setup fails:
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Check your internet connection
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Make sure your password is correct
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Try signing in again
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Contact your company IT team for access permissions
Final Thoughts
Adding an Office 365 email to an iPhone is quick and easy. Whether it’s a personal account or a work email, you can set it up in minutes using the iPhone Mail app or the Microsoft Outlook app.
For personal use, the Mail app works perfectly. For work emails, the Outlook app often provides better security and advanced features.
By following the steps above, you can start managing your emails, calendars, and contacts smoothly from your iPhone.
