How to Recall Email in Outlook

Learn how to unsend and recall emails in Outlook web app. Step by step guide for all versions.

What is Outlook Web App?

Outlook Web App (OWA) is browser-based email client for accessing Outlook from any device.

How to Recall Email in Outlook

1. Open Sent Items folder
2. Double-click email to recall
3. Go to Message tab
4. Click Actions
5. Select Recall This Message
6. Choose option: Delete or Replace
7. Click OK

Requirements for Recall

• Both sender and recipient use Exchange
• Recipient has not read email
• Email still in recipient inbox
• Same organization network

How to Access Outlook Web App

1. Go to outlook.office.com
2. Enter email and password
3. Sign in to access mailbox

Access Archive Folder

1. Click Folders in left pane
2. Find Archive folder
3. View archived emails

Important Notes

• Recall works only within organization
• Success depends on recipient actions
• No guarantee of successful recall
• Act quickly for best results

Conclusion

Recalling emails in Outlook is possible but has limitations. Use feature quickly before recipient reads message.