Stop text from turning into a hyperlink in classic Outlook

Applies To
Outlook for Microsoft 365 Outlook 2024 Outlook 2021 Outlook 2019 Outlook 2016

When you type a web address, classic Outlook creates a hyperlink for you. You can press CTRL+Z right away to remove the link, but you can stop classic Outlook from making automatic links.

To turn automatic links off:

  1. Select File > Options > Mail.

  2. Under Compose messages, select Editor Options.

    Editor Options button

  3. Select AutoCorrect Options.

  4. Select the AutoFormat As You Type tab.

  5. Uncheck the Internet and network paths with hyperlinks check box.

    Internet and network paths with hyperlinks

Create or edit a hyperlink

Remove or turn off hyperlinks