Will there be a way to continue using Windows mail instead of the new Outlook?

Anonymous
2023-08-15T15:12:03+00:00

I keep seeing that Outlook is supposed to take over Windows Mail as the default mail app. But will the Windows Mail app still be available to use? I do not want to be forced to use Outlook. When I tried the preview, it had ads that I thought were my actual mail, and the app I find is just too busy overall. I don't want a bunch of stuff in the way of me reading my email. Windows Mail is simple, I like the interface, it's not too busy, and my mail is prominent within the window.

Edit 2025:
I got tired of the shenanigans and switched to Wino Mail app. I will likely switch to Linux OS in the future as MS is starting to go off the rails.

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Anonymous
2023-08-15T15:52:34+00:00

Hello Skeleton! My name is Jeremy and I’m happy to help you with your question.

Although Outlook will be the new default mail app, you can still change your default mail app back to Windows Mail and use Windows mail.

I understand your concern and appreciate your viewpoint so when the time comes do not worry you will still be able to use Windows Mail.

This change is referring to what apps are shipped with Windows 11 not that the apps will no longer work for old users.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-06-08T18:11:21+00:00

    I'm getting really annoyed with the contant try outlook pop up everytime I open mail, Outlook has auto installed without my consent numerous times and have had to uninstall it, I wish ms would just get the message "I do not want outlook", I like my mail app period. Would not this constant pressure by MS to install Outlook be classed as intimidation, harassment and bullying, which is illegal in my country, the whole thing is getting to me mentally as I feel MS are abusing me, I'm frightened to update windows(not done for last 3 months), I read now they are pushing malware adds on our pc's, and also read they are trying to stop us having offline accounts with newer updates. If there were a lawyer out there where we could all join a group lawsuit for compensation for these constant intimidation tactics by MS count me in. It is my personal copy of Windows, It is my right to have on my PC what I want not the corporate bullies at Microsoft trying to intimidate me and trying to force me to have things I do not want, either through adds or pop ups.

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-06-13T15:18:01+00:00

    Hello Jeremy,

    Thank you for your reply; yes Windows Mail is simple to use, and I am happy to use it too as my default email app.

    However, please guide me on how to back up my emails in Windows Mail (not Outlook).

    Make it a clear step by step, please.

    Appreciated.

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-06-26T14:16:23+00:00

    I WAS able to toggle back to old Mail -- but now Outllook mail and calendar show up with NO toggle switch. Please Put The Switch Back!!!!

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-06-26T19:10:15+00:00

    I am using Windows 10. I think I read somewhere that in the new "Outlook Mail" if there is an option under, "Help" to toggle back to the old Windows Mail.

    I went to "Apps" and uninstalled Windows Outlook mail. I then went to the Windows store and found the old "Windows mail and Calendar". I am not sure if that is still available in Windows 11. Evidently, it was already installed on my machine. So I went to programs, and made a shortcut on the taskbar. Now it launches just fine. .. until the next Windows update!

    Windows 11 users might want to check if "Mail and Calendar is still available for them in the Windows store. I would not suggest uninstalling the new "Outlook Mail" unless "Mail and Calendar" is still showing under the installed apps on your PC. Otherwise you might be left with no e mail client.

    Kind regards

    Chris

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