An automatic CC or BCC on Outlook can help you remain informed with information. You can automate the process so that your emails are automatically CCed or BCCed if you use Outlook.
Here is the method on how to automatically CC or BCC yourself in Outlook for Web:
- Firstly, open Office 365.
- Now click on the app launcher.
- From there, select “Admin.”
- From the list of Admin centers, select “Exchange.”
- Choose “Mail flow” followed by “Rules.”
- Now choose “Add a rule.”
- Click on “Create a new rule.”
- Now input a name.
- Under “Apply this rule if,” make sure the option is set as “The recipient.”
- In the box next, make sure it’s set as “is this person.”
- Choose your name and then click on “Save.”
- Under “Do the following,” choose “Add recipient.”
- Ensure the box next to it is set to “to the Bcc box.”
- Select your name and then click on “Save.”
- Now click on “Next.”
- Make sure Rule mode is set to “Enforce.”
- Click on “Next” again.
- Finally, click on “Finish.”
Please note you will need global admin or Exchange admin permissions to set up the rule above, or assistance from an admin at your organization.
We’ve also created a video to help you set up an auto CC or BCC rule. You can watch it here:
The above method is the most effective way of automatically applying CC or BCC to yourself. By setting a new rule, you can quickly build a message loop that automatically refers emails back to you. However, it might clog your inbox if you select all the users from a company or organization. Therefore, ensure that the inbox won’t be flooded with unnecessary mail when you select all users.
An in-depth guide on how to automatically CC or BCC yourself in Outlook for Web
The in-depth guide includes points that will allow you to understand how to CC or BCC yourself. Read through as I provide steps along with screenshots to help you CC or BCC yourself.
- Firstly, open Office 365.
- Now click on the app launcher.
- From there, select “Admin.”
- From the list of Admin centers, select “Exchange.”
- Choose “Mail flow” followed by “Rules.”
- Now choose “Add a rule.”
- Click on “Create a new rule.”
- Now input a name.
- Under “Apply this rule if,” make sure the option is set as “The recipient.”
- In the box next, make sure it’s set as “is this person.”
- Choose your name and then click on “Save.”
- Under “Do the following,” choose “Add recipient.”
- Ensure the box next to it is set to “to the Bcc box.”
- Select your name and then click on “Save.”
- Now click on “Next.”
- Make sure Rule mode is set to “Enforce.”
- Click on “Next” again.
- Finally, click on “Finish.”
Please note that you will need admin permissions enabled to access the Admin center and allow transport rules to be created. Contact global admin members to give you the necessary permissions to use the steps above.
Why may you want to automatically CC or Bcc yourself in Outlook for web
One reason is that Outlook for desktops is not available for everyone. You can set transport rules to set up an auto CC or BCC in the desktop client; however, those rules cannot be replicated on the web client. Also, you cannot have desktop rules enforced on the web version of Outlook. Therefore to have the auto CC function enabled, you need to use the steps above.
The advantages of using automatic CC or BCC
An automatic CC or BCC to yourself is beneficial and can increase your productivity to suit your requirements. It also ensures that your inbox is filtered according to your preferences. An organized inbox is crucial for helping you attain an organized environment.
Conclusion
Thank you for reading our blog on how to automatically CC or BCC yourself in Outlook for Web. I have provided a list of steps to help apply an automatic CC or BCC to yourself within the program. You can use any of the methods, even if you are a desktop user of Outlook. Comment below if you require further assistance, and we will address them.