check before: 2025-09-01
Product:
Outlook, Windows
Platform:
Online, US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
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Details:
Online archive mailboxes will appear in the folder pane alongside other accounts, making it easier to access archived content for shared mailboxes. #newoutlookforwindows
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release
Created:
2024-12-18
updated:
2026-02-28
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summary for non-techies**
The new Outlook for Windows now displays online archive mailboxes for shared mailboxes directly in the folder pane, simplifying access and management of archived emails for users like lawyers, managers, and HR staff.
Direct effects for Operations**
Access Issues
Users may experience difficulties accessing archived content if the online archive feature is not properly configured, leading to potential delays in retrieving important emails.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/outlook-blog/outlook-online-archive-for-shared-mailboxes-in-the-new-outlook-for/ba-p/3731230
User Experience Degradation
Without proper preparation, users may find the new layout confusing, leading to frustration and decreased productivity as they adapt to the changes in the folder pane.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/outlook-blog/outlook-online-archive-for-shared-mailboxes-in-the-new-outlook-for/ba-p/3731230
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-28 | RM Status | Rolling out | Launched |
| 2025-09-24 | RM Status | In development | Rolling out |
| 2025-07-02 | RM Release | July CY2025 | September CY2025 |
| 2025-05-02 | RM Release | April CY2025 | July CY2025 |
| 2025-02-11 | RM Release | March CY2025 | April CY2025 |
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