If you no longer want to use an Outlook account on your iPhone 13 or need to remove a secondary email for privacy or organizational reasons, deleting it is straightforward. Apple allows you to remove email accounts directly from your device without affecting your emails stored on the Outlook server.

This guide will walk you through how to delete an Outlook account on iPhone 13, including tips to avoid losing important emails and settings.

Why Delete an Outlook Account from iPhone 13?

There are several reasons to remove an Outlook account:

You no longer use that email account
You want to free up storage on your iPhone
You need to fix syncing issues or reset the account
You want to remove a personal email from a shared device

Deleting the account only removes it from your iPhone. Your emails, calendar events, and contacts remain on Outlook servers and can be accessed online.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Delete Outlook Account on iPhone 13

1. Open Settings

Start by opening the Settings app on your iPhone 13.

2. Go to Mail Settings

Scroll down and tap Mail. This section manages all email accounts on your device.

3. Tap Accounts

Here you will see a list of all email accounts added to your iPhone, including Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo, and iCloud.

4. Select Your Outlook Account

Tap the Outlook account you want to remove.

You will see options like Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and Notes syncing.

5. Tap “Delete Account”

Scroll down and tap Delete Account.

A confirmation pop-up will appear asking if you are sure. Tap Delete from My iPhone to confirm.

6. Account Removed

The Outlook account is now removed from your iPhone 13.

Emails from that account will no longer appear in the Mail app.
Contacts and calendar events synced from that account will also be removed.
Your Outlook account itself is not deleted and can still be accessed online.

Alternative: Remove Account from Outlook App

If you use the Outlook app instead of the Mail app:

Open the Outlook app.
Tap your profile icon in the top-left corner.
Tap Settings (gear icon).
Select the Outlook account.
Scroll down and tap Delete Account or Remove Account.
Confirm removal.

Tips After Deleting an Outlook Account

Make sure you have backed up important emails or contacts before deletion.
If you want to add the account again later, go to Settings → Mail → Accounts → Add Account → Outlook.
For multiple Outlook accounts, remove only the one you no longer need to avoid losing important data.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Will deleting Outlook from iPhone delete emails permanently?

No, deleting the account only removes it from your device. Your emails remain safe on Outlook servers.

2. Can I recover a deleted Outlook account on iPhone 13?

Yes. Simply go to Settings → Mail → Accounts → Add Account → Outlook and sign in again.

3. Will calendar events and contacts be deleted?

Yes, any calendars or contacts synced from the deleted Outlook account will be removed from the iPhone. They remain in Outlook online.

Conclusion

Deleting an Outlook account on iPhone 13 is a simple and safe process. Whether you are removing a personal email, fixing sync issues, or managing multiple accounts, you can do it directly from Settings → Mail → Accounts or the Outlook app. Following these steps ensures your device stays organized while keeping your data secure on the Outlook server.