BriefCatch for Outlook: overview
Microsoft Outlook add-in
The BriefCatch add-in for Outlook brings the same suggestions and citation checking you get in Word to email, so you can catch a clumsy sentence or a wrong citation before you send it. If you have any additional questions, run into any issues, or would like to provide feedback, please send us an email.
BriefCatch for Outlook is available on Pro and Enterprise plans. It is not included with Individual plans. Learn more.
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Information & Compatibility
BriefCatch for Outlook is a Microsoft Outlook Office Add-in available on AppSource. Supported versions include:
- Windows: Microsoft 365 Outlook (Version 16.0.11629 or newer)
- Mac: Outlook for Mac (version 15.18 or later)
- Outlook Online: Microsoft 365 Online via Outlook.com (Windows or Mac)
Note: Outlook add-ins install into an Exchange mailbox, so you need a Microsoft 365 work account. If Outlook is signed into Gmail or another non-Microsoft account, the install fails with an "Exchange error". Some builds of Outlook 2016 may offer limited or inconsistent support for Office Add-ins. We recommend Outlook version 16.0.11629 or later (part of Microsoft 365) for full compatibility.
Security
Does BriefCatch for Outlook store my emails?
No. BriefCatch for Outlook processes email text in memory to generate writing suggestions. Email content is not saved to persistent application storage or retained after processing.
Does BriefCatch for Outlook connect to external servers?
Yes. BriefCatch for Outlook is a cloud-based application and requires an internet connection to function. It connects securely to our servers to process documents and deliver real-time suggestions.
Are all connections encrypted?
Yes. End-to-End Encryption. AES-256 at rest and in transit (TLS 1.3).
Functionality
Is an internet connection required to use BriefCatch for Outlook?
Yes. You must be connected to the internet to receive suggestions from BriefCatch for Outlook.
Outlook vs Word: real-time updates and inline suggestions aren't available in Outlook by design. Use Refresh to pull the latest analysis instead.
BriefCatch for Outlook User Guide
For more information on BriefCatch for Outlook functions, see User guide: BriefCatch for Outlook.
Subscriptions
How can I sign up for a BriefCatch for Outlook subscription?
BriefCatch for Outlook is included with Pro and Enterprise plans.
See Sign up for BriefCatch for details on the right plan for you or your team.
Installation
How do I install or deploy BriefCatch for Outlook?
Your IT team can deploy BriefCatch for Outlook to specific users, groups, or your entire organization through the Integrated Apps section of the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. If your organization allows it, users can also install it themselves. Deployment & Installation: BriefCatch for Outlook covers both options. An active Pro or Enterprise subscription is required.
Do you offer Single Sign-On?
Yes. Sign in with the same BriefCatch account you use for the online app and the Word add-in: email and password, Microsoft SSO, Google SSO, or your organization's custom SSO if it has one set up.