How to Delete Search History in Outlook App

This guide shows you how to clear your search history in the new Outlook app on Windows 11.

The new Outlook for Windows offers a modern design. It supports Microsoft 365 work or school accounts, Outlook.com, Hotmail, and Gmail accounts.

The app includes many features, such as support for subscription management, email forwarding, setting default From address, backing up your mailbox, changing the reading pane, opening a new window for a message, language translations, turning text predictions on or off, switch primary account, sharing a calendar,  changing language, date and time format, public a calendar, and show week numbers in Outlook calendar.

Why delete search history?

Outlook saves your past searches to make future results faster. However, you might want to clear this list. Why? It keeps your private information safe if you share your computer. It also clears up small amounts of storage space and lets you start with a clean slate if your search results feel cluttered.

What happens when you are done?

Once you finish these steps, all previous search terms are removed from the app. You will no longer see old suggestions when you click the search box.

How to clear your search history

Follow these steps to remove your data:

1. First, open the new Outlook app on Windows 11. You can find it by clicking Start, then All apps, and selecting Outlook.

2. Click the Settings button (the gear icon) located at the top right corner of the window.

3. On the Settings screen, click the General tab on the left side.

4. Select Privacy and data on the right side of the window.

5. Look for the Search history section and click the Delete history button.

6. A message will pop up to confirm your choice. Click Continue to finish.

Summary

Clearing your search history is a simple way to keep your Outlook app private. By following these steps, you remove past search queries, protect your data, and refresh your search experience. No admin privileges are required for this process.