Now, launch Outlook 2016 again and check if the issue persists or not, and if it does, you may follow up with other workarounds given below.

When the antivirus tool isn’t Outlook aware, it may conflict with the Outlook client and cause issues, such as send/receive errors.

Instead of removing the profile, remove the OST file and let it recreate.

A popular one to cross off is your own internet connection.

We have recently seen a huge influx of people getting stuck on the blue outlook loading screen, with “loading profile" at the bottom.

The browser version isn’t impacted by local Outlook files or add-ins.

Microsoft periodically releases Windows updates and service packs.

You can usually get a response in less than 24 hours.

If it opens correctly, you can enable the add-ins one by one.

All you need to do is to check and install any updates for the app.

Moreover, the software works with all versions of Outlook like 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, etc.

An actual online repair will take a little longer, unpins office apps from the taskbar, and updates if there is an update available (which there is for these devices).

Corrupted PST or OST data files can prevent Outlook from loading.

Resolving Outlook’s “Loading Profile" hang involves a mix of system checks, process management, and profile or data file repair.

We can fix the problem for you, or you can use the troubleshooting steps we're providing below to help resolve these startup issues.