Outlook Stuck on Loading Profile screen | Resolve the Error



Microsoft Outlook offers a bunch of great apps in a single place. Different programs like contacts, calendars, and emails, ensure that you remain updated with all your work and appointments. However, it's also prone to running into various problems. One such issue is when you find Outlook stuck on loading profile screen. The issue can be quite annoying as you don't know what's wrong with the app. But there are various resolutions you can use to fix it. In this article, you'll find out the various ways you can troubleshoot this issue. 

 

Troubleshoot Outlook Stuck on Loading Profile Issue

From ending processes in Task manager to simpler measures like opening Outlook in safe mode, there's a lot you can do when your Outlook is stuck on loading profile. Find the explanation of all of them in the section below. 


End processes in Task Manager & Disable the presence feature

One of the first measures you notice Outlook 365 stuck on loading profile is ending processes like Teams, Outlook.exe, Skype, and Copernic. After that, you can disable the Outlook presence functionality.

 

  • Launch Task Manager.

  • Find Office processes below the 'Processes' tab.

  • Choose an Office process and select 'End task.' Do it for every Office process.

  • Open Outlook and select 'File' followed by 'Option' and then 'People.'

  • Next, in the Outlook Options window, remove checks from 'Display online status next to name' and 'Show user photographs when available.'

  • Tap 'OK' and restart MS Outlook.


Open Outlook in the Safe mode and Turn off Add-ins

Faulty add-ins can make Outlook stuck at loading profile. You can start it in the Safe mode and then disable add-ins.

 

  • Hit the Windows button and R.

  • In the 'Run' window, type 'Outlook /safe.'

  • Choose 'OK.'

  • Accept the default settings in the 'Choose Profile' dialog box and hit 'OK.'

  • Input your password and hit 'OK.'


After Outlook opens in the Safe mode, disable add-ins as follows.


  • Choose 'File' in Outlook.

  • Hit 'Options' followed by 'Add-ins.'

  • Choose 'COM Add-ins' under 'Manage' and hit 'Go.'

  • Select the add-ins you desire to disable and hit 'OK.'

  • Close Outlook and re-open it.


Run MS Outlook as Administrator

Usually, Outlook does not require admin access to operate. But sometimes, the Outlook stuck on loading profile problem can occur due to it not having the permission to access the profile. Here, running Outlook as an administrator will solve the problem. 

 

  • Right-tap the Outlook application and choose 'Run as Administrator.'

  • In the dialog box, tap yes to run Outlook as administrator.

 

Execute the CHKDSK command 

Many users of Windows 8 have found that they are able to resolve the loading profile error by running the CHKDSK command. Follow the steps below to run this command. 

 

  • Press the Windows key and X simultaneously. 

  • Choose 'Command Prompt (Admin)' from the menu.

  • Input 'chkdsk c: /f' and hit 'Enter.'

  • 'Answer (Y)' and start Windows again. 

 

Final Thoughts

You don't need to feel panicked on seeing Outlook stuck on loading profile.' Just understand and implement these fixes. One of them will definitely work. If you need more help with this or other email-related issues, connect with professional email technical support services.


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