Manage a Distribution List in Microsoft 365

If you are the owner of a distribution list, you can usually manage its membership yourself in Outlook on the web.

If you are the owner of a distribution list, you can usually manage its membership yourself in Outlook on the web.

Add or remove members

1. Sign in to Outlook on the web.
2. Select the Settings gear in the top-right corner.
3. In the search box, type Distribution groups.
4. Open Distribution groups.
5. Under Groups I own, select the distribution list you want to manage.
6. Select Edit.
7. Add or remove members as needed.
8. Select Save.

What you may also be able to manage

Depending on your permissions, you may also be able to:

• update the group name or description
• manage owners
• control who can send messages to the list
• review join or leave requests

If you do not see the distribution list

If the list does not appear under Groups I own, you may not be listed as an owner, or the list may be managed by IT. If that happens, please contact the IT Help Desk for assistance.

Notes

• Changes may take a short time to appear.
• Some distribution lists are restricted and cannot be managed by end users.
• The available options may vary slightly depending on your Microsoft 365 setup.