How to sync Outlook contacts with iPhone

Syncing up your contacts is an absolute must on your iPhone, especially if you buy a new one. This helps you ensure that you don’t lose touch with anyone you care about. But what about if you use Outlook, Microsoft’s emailing service? You might be wondering if you’re able to sync up your Outlook contacts.

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Desktop PC, laptop, iPad, or iPhone

Well, the good news is that it’s quite an easy process. Here’s how you may sync Outlook contacts with an iPhone. Oh, and if you are on the other end of the spectrum, we also have a look athow to sync contacts to your Androiddevice, too.

Sync Outlook contacts directly from my iPhone

The easiest way to sync Outlook contacts with an iPhone is directly from your device. you may do so by going to your iPhone’s settings.

Step 1:First, open up the Settings app. Then, scroll down a bit toContacts

Step 2:FromContactslook for theAccountsoption. It will be at the top of the page. Tap this, and thenAdd Account.

Step 3:You’ll see a list of options, and Outlook.com will appear listed. Be sure to select it and sign in with your Outlook account or Microsoft Account.

Step 4:Once signed in, ensure the switches forMail,Contacts,Calendars,Reminders, andNotesare all checked and flipped to green.

Step 5:Hit theSavebutton at the top of the screen. You should see anAccount Addednotification to confirm that everything is synced up!

Sync Outlook contacts using a PC

If you’re having trouble and still wondering why your Outlook contacts are not syncing with your iPhone, then don’t be vexed. you’re able to use iTunes to do the same, manually, on a PC.

Step 1:Download iTunes from the Microsoft Store orfrom Apple. Open the app when done.

Step 2:Once downloaded, plug your iPhone into your PC. You’ll see your iPhone appear at the top of your screen as a little iPhone icon. Click it.

Step 3:Click down in the sidebar to where it saysInfo.Make sure you choose theSync Contacts Withbutton, and then chooseOutlookfrom the list. You can choose individual contacts or all of them.

Step 4:When finished, click theSyncbutton at the bottom of the screen. Then, clickDone. Your Outlook contacts should now sync up from your PC to your iPhone.

How do I sync my Outlook contacts with iCloud?

In this last section, we’ll cover how you can manually export your Outlook contacts to iCloud and sync Outlook contacts with iCloud.

Step 1:You’ll first want to open Outlook on your PC. Then head to theFilemenu and choose the option toImport/ Export.

Step 2:ChooseExport to a file. In the next screen, chooseComma Separated Values. You’ll then be prompted to choose your folders or emails to export. Scroll down and chooseContactsand then name the file, and save it to your desktop or another location.

Step 3:Next, compose an email in Outlook on your PC. Attach the saved file, and send it to yourself. Then, head over to your iPhone and open the email. Open the attachment and you should be prompted to save the contacts. If not, go back to our previous section, then sync again using iTunes.

Now that you know how to sync Outlook contacts with your iPhone, you can alsosync your Outlook calendar with your iPhone. If you’re really far back, you can check outhow to switch from a Windows phone to an iPhone.