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Microsoft Sets May 25 Shutdown for Outlook Lite on Android

Microsoft is consolidating to one Outlook mobile app to streamline support.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 31: The Microsoft store is pictured in Manhattan on March 31, 2026, in New York City. Microsoft is facing a significant market downturn during the first quarter of 2026. The company's stock has lost at least 25% of its value. (Photo by Zamek/VIEWpress)
Android phone showing Outlook Lite icon marked as retired next to the full Outlook app icon.
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Overview

  • Microsoft confirmed Monday that Outlook Lite will stop working on May 25, 2026, with mailbox access and in‑app features disabled.
  • Users are being directed to the full Outlook Mobile app, with an Upgrade button in Outlook Lite linking to the Google Play Store that admins can point people to.
  • Emails, calendar items, attachments, and accounts remain intact and become available again after users sign in to Outlook Mobile.
  • New installs were blocked on October 6, 2025, as part of a phased retirement that let existing users keep limited access until the cut‑off.
  • The change affects people using the 5MB Lite app built for older Android phones and slow networks, and Microsoft says focusing on one app will improve development focus and security.