Email is one of the most vulnerable apps on your phone, so Microsoft’s decision to shut down one of its older email apps could have security impacts for users. The company has confirmed that Outlook Lite will stop working on Android devices in about six weeks, with a final shutdown date of May 25.
After that date, the app will still open, but users won’t be able to access their emails or use most features. Microsoft is moving users to Outlook Mobile, which is now its main app for both Android and iOS. Outlook Lite was designed for older or less powerful Android devices, and there was never a version for iPhones.
Microsoft says no emails or accounts will be deleted. Instead, users can sign in to Outlook Mobile and still access all their messages, calendars, and attachments. The company says this change will improve security and provide a better experience.
Users can download Outlook Mobile from the app store or use the upgrade option inside the Outlook Lite app to switch.
