Unread count for Outlook

A Chrome plugin to display Outlook unread messages count on the tab.

Unread count for Outlook Chrome Extension

"Unread count for Outlook" is a user-friendly Chrome extension that seamlessly displays the count of your unread email messages from your Outlook account. It directly shows the count on your browser tab, removing any need for unnecessary clicks. This extension requires zero settings adjustments and can support multiple Outlook accounts simultaneously opened in several tabs. Simply install and refresh your tab to see your unread email count.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 721
19
Rating: 2.80
(10)
Version: 3.0 (Last updated: 2024-05-11)
Creation date: 2019-07-24
Host permissions:
  • https://*/owa/*
  • https://*.outlook.com/*
  • https://outlook.live.com/*
  • https://*.office.com/*
  • https://*/mail/inbox*
Size: 18.47K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works perfectly for some users
  • Provides number badges for unread messages
  • Cool and handy tool
Cons
  • Does not work for multiple users
  • Slow to update unread count
  • Issues with entering login details
  • Suggested to exclude junk and deleted items folders
Most mentioned
  • Does not work
  • Works perfectly!
  • Installed and refreshed to get it working
User reviews
probably broken :(. There is similar one working with notifications and count -> MailChecker for Outlook™ -> https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/mailchecker-for-outlook/bekkkmmpbgeiihjklkcfaadbaeemgjni?authuser=0&hl=en
by Radim Motycka, 2024-11-11

Does not work. Slow to update. It will say I have unread messages when I have already read them.
by Scott Chauncey, 2024-01-19

Just installed, and as soon as I refreshed my outlook page, it worked I have number badges now!
by Jordan Tilley, 2023-08-23
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Unread count for Outlook requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

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