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Version: 4.9

Synchronizing Address Books

Synchronizing a BlueMind address book allows you to easily view and use the contacts it contains through other clients, such as Thunderbird, Outlook, Mac OS, iOS, Android, or Windows Phone.

Consulting a synchronized address book​

The differences between a synchronized and a non-synchronized address book are summarized below. Under certain conditions, it may be possible to consult a contact even if the address book is not synchronized.

✅ Le carnet d'adresses et l'ensemble de ses contacts sont copiés sur le client lourd ou mobile

✅ Les modifications sont automatiquement prises en compte dans l'application Contact de BlueMind et dans l'application du client lourd ou du mobile - à condition d'être en mode connecté
✅ Les fiches contacts sont consultables dans l'application du client lourd ou du mobile, en mode connecté et hors connexion

:::info Data volume warning

When an address book contains a large amount of data (more than 1,000 contacts), you will receive a message warning you of possible synchronization issues.

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Please note that some differences may appear depending on the synchronization protocol and the client:

  • EAS Sync (Android): Android mobile devices do not have a concept of an address book (except Samsung), all cards are available in the same contact book.
  • MAPI Sync (Outlook): It's possible to subscribe to an address book from Outlook. In this case, the calendar is automatically added to BlueMind, with synchronization enabled.
  • Thunderbird: An address book is visible, with a different icon, even if synchronization is disabled.

For more information on the features and compatible applications for each client, consult the Compatibility page.

Activating synchronization​

Synchronizing address books is done in the contact settings, by going to Preferences > Contact > My Address Books or Other Address Books.

Then activate the Synchronization button for the desired address books.

Find out more​