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How to Archive Email in Outlook

Move older messages out of the primary Inbox while retaining them.

Quick Answer

Select messages and use Archive; classic Outlook also has local archive/PST workflows.

Step by Step

  1. Open the relevant email account or application.
  2. Select messages and use Archive; classic Outlook also has local archive/PST workflows.
  3. Review the result carefully before making any permanent deletion, forwarding, or account change.
  4. Confirm the change worked from the mailbox or settings page.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Menu names can differ between web, desktop, mobile, classic, and newer versions of an email application.
  • For business or managed accounts, administrator policies can restrict some settings.