Frequently Asked Questions - CodeTwo Outlook Sync

CodeTwo Outlook Sync needs to be installed individually on two machines that you want to synchronize with each other. The installation and configuration are very quick in easy. Download the installer from CodeTwo's website, run it and follow the wizard. Learn more about installing and configuring CodeTwo Outlook Sync.

CodeTwo Outlook Sync lets you synchronize Microsoft Outlook between two computers via local network. If you need to synchronize more than two machines, take look at CodeTwo Public Folders.

Yes, it is possible to download the trial version that is available for free (no credit card details asked). The trial is fully functional for 30 days. After this time you need to purchase the full version to continue using it with full functionality. Un-activated, the program will continue synchronizing the default calendars and contacts without subfolders nor the support for autosync. Click here to purchase CodeTwo Outlook Sync

The trial version of CodeTwo Outlook Sync allows you to sync all Outlook folders and items between two machines for 30 days from the installation date. The license key needs to be purchased if you want to use the full version of the program that is not time limited. The payment for the license is one-off. Learn more about the licensing terms.

To synchronize two computers, you need to buy one license only. You will get two license keys - each for individual machine.

CodeTwo Outlook Sync supports Windows XP, Vista and 7.

Using CodeTwo Outlook Sync, you can synchronize different versions of Outlook even in a mixed environment. The program supports Outlook 2010, 2007, 2003. We do not provide technical support for users of Outlook 2000 and 2002, but the program can be used on these platforms as well.

You do not have to be connected to Internet to sync Outlook data between two machines using CodeTwo Outlook Sync. The program works in a local network.

You need to switch Autosync on to sync data in real time. This option is available only in the full version of the program. Learn more about Autosync in CodeTwo Outlook Sync.

CodeTwo Outlook Sync has an Autosync option which lets you synchronize data automatically in the background. By default, Autosync is switched off, to let you fully control the flow of data between your two PCs.

Once Autosync is on, whenever you make any change in the Outlook folder that is supposed to be synchronized with its mirror folder on the second machine, the synchronization process takes place immediately.

If Autosync is off, whenever you make any change in the Outlook folder that is supposed to be synchronized with its mirror folder on the second machine, the synchronization will not take place until you click the Sync button in the program's administration window.

To toggle Autosync on or off, click Advanced in the program's top menu and check/uncheck Autosync in the resulting dialog box. Please note! Autosync is only available in the full version of CodeTwo Outlook Sync.

Autosync is available only in the full version of the program. Learn more about Autosync.

When you close CodeTwo Outlook Sync, it is only minimized to your system tray and it still runs in the background. If you have Autosync switched on, the program will synchronize your data when needed.

By going to Advanced options, you can uncheck Minimaze to tray and the program will be always closed when you click the X button on the top right corner of the program window. Learn more about settings in CodeTwo Outlook Sync.

No it doesn't. But all changes made in your Outlook folders can be synchronized with the other machine when the other user or you reconnect to your local network.

To synchronize subfolders, click Sync Options in the top program's menu and in the resulting window select subfolders you want to be synchronized. Learn more about synchronizing Outlook subfolders with CodeTwo Outlook Sync.

Please read the following KB article to learn how to avoid duplication of items during the initial sync.

You can only select the synchronization type before the first sync; you can keep data from both PCs, from other PC, or from your PC only. After the first synchronization has been completed, all selected folders will be equal. In other words, all selected folders will contain the same items. Whenever you change anything in one of the folders, all changes will be reflected in the mirror folder on another machine as well. Learn more about choosing synchronization types in CodeTwo Outlook Sync.

To activate CodeTwo Outlook Sync and unlock the 30-day time trial with full functionality, click Start, All Programs, CodeTwo, CodeTwo Outlook Sync, Licensing. Enter your license key in the resulting window and click Activate. The activation must be performed on both machines and must be followed by a program restart. Learn more about activating CodeTwo Outlook Sync