App Compatibility
Microsoft Outlook on Linux
Microsoft Outlook on Linux is currently a web path. Use Outlook on the web. For desktop mail, consider Thunderbird, but keep Windows for workflows built around Outlook desktop add-ins or PST-heavy legacy setups.
Recommended: Switch to a Linux alternative
Does Microsoft Outlook work on Linux?
The browser workflow is the main Linux path.
Best Linux method
Use Outlook on the web. For desktop mail, consider Thunderbird, but keep Windows for workflows built around Outlook desktop add-ins or PST-heavy legacy setups.
Outlook migrations are usually easier for Exchange and Microsoft 365 tenants that already live in the browser.
Method Comparison
| Native Linux | Not available |
|---|---|
| Web version | Available |
| Wine rating | na |
| Fallback path | Use Outlook on the web. For desktop mail, consider Thunderbird, but keep Windows for workflows built around Outlook desktop add-ins or PST-heavy legacy setups. |
Alternatives
- Thunderbird
FAQ
Does Microsoft Outlook work on Linux?
Microsoft Outlook on Linux is currently a web path. Use Outlook on the web. For desktop mail, consider Thunderbird, but keep Windows for workflows built around Outlook desktop add-ins or PST-heavy legacy setups.
What is the best Linux method for Microsoft Outlook?
Use Outlook on the web. For desktop mail, consider Thunderbird, but keep Windows for workflows built around Outlook desktop add-ins or PST-heavy legacy setups.
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For Windows 10 users
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.