App Compatibility
Microsoft Outlook on Linux
Microsoft Outlook on Linux is currently a web path. Use Outlook on the web (outlook.com / OWA), or connect the account to Thunderbird/Evolution via IMAP/Exchange.
Recommended: Use the web version
Does Microsoft Outlook work on Linux?
The browser workflow is the main Linux path.
Best Linux method
Use Outlook on the web (outlook.com / OWA), or connect the account to Thunderbird/Evolution via IMAP/Exchange.
OWA is full-featured; Evolution has the best native Exchange/EWS support of the desktop options.
What breaks on Linux?
- No native Linux Outlook client
- Exchange calendar/contacts sync in Thunderbird needs the TbSync/EWS add-on and is imperfect
- Some corporate Exchange features (rules, shared mailboxes) are limited in third-party clients
Method Comparison
| Native Linux | Not available |
|---|---|
| Web version | Available |
| Wine rating | na |
| Fallback path | Use Outlook on the web (outlook.com / OWA), or connect the account to Thunderbird/Evolution via IMAP/Exchange. |
Alternatives
- Thunderbird
- GNOME Evolution
FAQ
Does Microsoft Outlook work on Linux?
Microsoft Outlook on Linux is currently a web path. Use Outlook on the web (outlook.com / OWA), or connect the account to Thunderbird/Evolution via IMAP/Exchange.
What is the best Linux method for Microsoft Outlook?
Use Outlook on the web (outlook.com / OWA), or connect the account to Thunderbird/Evolution via IMAP/Exchange.
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Microsoft Outlook is one piece of your migration. Add it alongside your other apps and games to see whether this whole PC can move to Linux before Windows 10 security updates end.