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We’re Getting Things Ready Outlook Error on Office 365

Run the Office 365 setup with administrative privileges to fix it

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Some users have contacted us about an issue where Outlook is stuck onWe’re getting things readywhile using Office 365.

Consequently, those users can’t install Office 365 when that happens. This guide will cover all the possible variations of this error, and you will be able to fix it fast. Read on to find out more.

Why is my Outlook account stuck on We’re getting things ready?

Why is my Outlook account stuck on We’re getting things ready?

What can I do if Outlook is stuck on We’re getting things ready?

What can I do if Outlook is stuck on We’re getting things ready?

1. Run the Office installer as administrator

2. Run the installer in compatibility mode

3. Uninstall other installations of Office

4. Delete Office registry keys

5. Use Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant

Many users have fixed theWe’re getting things readyerror with the above resolutions, so we encourage you to try them all.

If you still have problems, visit ourOffice 2016 won’t install on Windows 10 & 11guide for more valuable solutions.

If receiving errors such asWe’re getting things readyin Outlook on Office 365 and other editions, the solutions discussed will come in handy.

Please let us know if this guide has resolved your problem by commenting in the section below.

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Matthew Adams

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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.

He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.

In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.

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