How to Update Global Address List in Outlook

You can update global address list right from Outlook

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Key notes

A global address list is an electronic address book containing the contact information of all users of a specific organization. To keep this information correct, sometimes you must update Outlook’s global address list.

This feature allows users to communicate more easily with the members of their organization, and in today’s guide, we’re going to take a closer look at it and see how it works.

How do I update my information in the global address list?

1. Use the Download Address Book option in Outlook

This will update the address book in Outlook. To learn more about contacts and address books, check our guide on how todownload contacts in Outlook.

2. Use PowerShell

Keep in mind that command is only available in on-premises Exchange.

How to update the offline global address list in Outlook?

The steps for updating the offline global list are exactly the same as the ones described in the previous section.

However, keep in mind that only the first method will update offline Outlook address books.

Why can’t I update my global address list in Outlook?

Global address list is an incredibly useful feature, and keeping its information up to date should be your priority.

Remember that issues with address books can sometimes occur, and we coveredOutlook address book errorandcan’t download the address book, issues in separate guides.

And don’t forget to find out all aboutprinting Outlook contactsand keeping them safe from file corruption.

Are there any other methods of updating the global address list that we missed? If so, let us know in the comments section below.

How to Update Global Address List in Outlook#

How do I update my information in the global address list?#

1. Use the Download Address Book option in Outlook#

2. Use PowerShell#

How to update the offline global address list in Outlook?#

Why can’t I update my global address list in Outlook?#