Set up mobile devices for Microsoft 365 for business

Learn how to set up mobile devices for Microsoft 365 for business on an iPhone or Android phone. After you complete these steps, your organization's security policies protect your work files created in Microsoft 365 apps, helping keep your business data secure.

The example in the tabs is for Microsoft Outlook, but it applies to any other Microsoft 365 apps you install.

Install Microsoft 365 apps on your mobile device

Select the tab for your mobile device to see the steps to install Microsoft 365 apps and set up your work account:

iPhone

Watch a short video on how to set up Microsoft 365 productivity apps on iOS devices with Microsoft 365 for business.

Tip

If you found this video helpful, check out the complete training series for small businesses and users new to Microsoft 365.

1. Go to the App Store.

   

2. In the search field, enter Microsoft Outlook and then select Get to install Outlook.

   If you previously installed the app, a cloud icon appears instead of the Get button. Select the cloud icon to install Outlook.

   

3. When the installation finishes, select the Open button to open Outlook, and then select Get Started.

   

4. Enter your work email address on the Add Email Account screen and then select Add Account.

5. Enter your Microsoft 365 for business credentials and then select Sign in.

   

6. If your organization is protecting files in apps, the following message appears in a dialog:

   Your organization is now protecting the data in the app. You need to restart the app to continue.

   

   To restart Outlook, follow these steps:

   1. Select OK and close Outlook.

   2. Locate Outlook on the iPhone and then select it to reopen it.

   3. When prompted, enter a PIN and verify it.

      

7. Outlook on your iPhone is ready to use.

Android

Watch a video about installing Outlook and Microsoft 365 on Android devices:

Tip

If you found this video helpful, check out the complete training series for small businesses and users new to Microsoft 365.

1. To begin setup on your Android phone, go to the Play Store.

   

2. Enter Microsoft Outlook in the Google Play search box and select Install. Once Outlook finishes installing, select Open.

   

3. In the Outlook app, select Get Started.

4. Add your Microsoft 365 for business email account and then select Continue.

5. Enter your organization credentials and then select Sign in.

   

6. In the dialog that states you must install the Intune Company Portal app, select Go to store.

   

7. In the Play Store, select to install Intune Company Portal.

   

8. Open Outlook again.

9. Enter and confirm a PIN.

   

10. Your Outlook app is ready for use.

Related content

• Microsoft 365 for business training videos.
• Small business help & learning.