What is the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL)?

With the GAL Sync Tool sync.blue® you can easily synchronize the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL) automatically with Android. All you need is a free sync.blue® account. After registration, the process is quickly explained: Select source: Select the Microsoft GAL as the starting point for your contacts. Select destination: Define Android as the synchronization destination. Share: Automatically share the synchronized contacts with your employees. The Microsoft Global Address List (GAL) is a central address book in Microsoft 365 or Exchange that contains all of a company's business contacts. By default, it is not directly available on mobile devices such as the iPhone.

How do I synchronize Microsoft Global Address List with Apple iPhone?

With the GAL Sync Tool sync.blue® you can easily synchronize the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL) automatically on iPhones. All you need is a free sync.blue® account. After registration, the process is quickly explained: Select source: Select the Microsoft GAL as the starting point for your contacts. Select destination: Define iPhone as the synchronization destination. Share: Automatically share the synchronized contacts with your employees. The complete step-by-step guide explains the details of setup and configuration: How to synchronize Microsoft 365 Global Address List (GAL) contacts with Apple iPhone smartphones https://www.sync.blue/en/post/how-to-synchronize-the-microsoft-365-global-address-list-gal-contacts-with-apple-iphone-smartphone

Can I also synchronize the Microsoft Global Address List with Google Android devices?

Yes, you can also synchronize the Microsoft Global Address List with Google Android devices. You can find step-by-step instructions here https://help.sync.blue/hc/de/articles/11624167196050-Wie-synchronisiere-ich-meine-Kontakte-mit-einem-Google-Android-Smartphone-Nexus-Pixel

Which apps is sync.blue® still compatible with?

sync.blue® is compatible with over 80 apps and applications. You can find a detailed overview here https://help.sync.blue/hc/en-us/articles/4416007969810-Which-apps-is-sync-blue-compatible-with.

Is GAL synchronization with sync.blue® GDPR-compliant?

Yes. sync.blue® does not store any contact data permanently, transmits all information in encrypted form and meets all GDPR requirements - ideal for companies with high data protection requirements.

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GAL iPhone Sync – 24/7 up-to-date company contacts on iPhones for smooth communication

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How can GAL contacts be automatically synchronized with the iPhone in compliance with GDPR?

Companies are often faced with the challenge of keeping their extensive phone lists with employee contact data up to date and making them available efficiently on smartphones. Especially in conjunction with Mobile Device Management (MDM), reliable contact synchronization is essential. Without a secure and GDPR-compliant GAL iPhone Sync software solution, outdated information can quickly lead to communication problems and inefficient working.

Synchronizing the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL) or Microsoft Exchange Online with Apple iPhones - or even Google Android devices - is an essential solution for companies that want to ensure seamless and up-to-date communication - even on the go. With sync.blue®, your team has access to important business contacts from the Global Address List (GAL) at any time, without time-consuming searching. Automatic synchronization ensures that callers are recognized immediately by name resolution and makes it possible to conveniently start calls in the car by voice command. This keeps communication efficient and flexible - no matter where you are.

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How can up-to-date contacts from the Global Address List be securely transferred to the iPhone?

GAL contacts are provided via sync.blue® MOBILE Storage. This solution is based on CardDAV and ensures that contacts from the global address list can be synchronized centrally, read-only, and GDPR-compliant on iPhones and used by employees directly in the native address book.

In addition, photo synchronization is also possible, so that employee photos are automatically transmitted as well.

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Fast synchronization.

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Natively integrated into iOS & macOS contacts

Fail-safe deployment

Kontakte auch offline verfügbar.

Read-only contacts

Contacts are write-protected.

GDPR-compliant & DE hosting

Secure provisioning via CardDAV.

Automatic photo sync

Employee photos are visible in contacts.

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Challenges:

Companies in industry and automation are faced with the challenge of keeping extensive employee contacts and telephone lists up to date at all times and providing them securely on mobile devices. Although the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL) contains all relevant contacts, it is not directly available on Apple iPhones without contact synchronization.

Our solution:
sync.blue® automatically synchronizes business contacts from the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL) and Microsoft Exchange to Apple iPhones in compliance with the GDPR. Your team has mobile access to current employee and service contacts at all times - without any manual maintenance.

Your benefits:

Faster troubleshooting: Technicians and dispatchers can reach contacts immediately.
(Cost-)efficient processes: No time lost due to missing or outdated contacts.
Better customer service: Shorter response times and optimized service.

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How does the synchronization of the Microsoft Global Address List with iPhones work?

Discover your Exchange GAL Sync for iPhones: With sync.blue® you can easily synchronize your GAL contacts with your employees' iPhones. In our g uide you will find step-by-step instructions on how to synchronize contacts with sync.blue®.

What are the advantages of synchronizing Apple iOS with the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL)/Exchange Online?

GAL contacts on iPhones

sync.blue® automatically syncs all contacts from the Global Address List (GAL) to your iPhone – always up to date, without manual exports.

Seamless synchronization

sync.blue® synchronizes contacts from
80+ apps automatically with iOS devices. Saves tedious searching in Outlook & Co - all contacts are always at hand.

Know who's calling

sync.blue® enables more personal and smooth communication through name resolution and saves valuable time.

Start calls in the car by voice

sync.blue® makes it possible to start calls conveniently by voice control. Perfect for on the go - safe, simple and stress-free.

Synchronized employee photos

sync.blue® automatically synchronizes employee contact photos on iPhones – for more clarity and recognition.

Uniform company contacts

All employees access the same, centrally maintained contact data – for consistent, professional communication on all devices.

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Sync your Global Address Book directly to iPhones

Say goodbye to outdated contact lists and time-consuming updates! With our iPhone GAL synchronization, all employee contacts remain up-to-date, centrally managed and always available on mobile devices - perfect for modern companies. Your Exchange contacts are automatically synchronized to iPhones and are optimally protected by our GDPR-compliant system.

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Frequently asked questions

With the GAL Sync Tool sync.blue® you can easily synchronize the Microsoft Global Address List (GAL) automatically on iPhones. All you need is a free sync.blue® account. After registration, the process is quickly explained:

Select source: Select the Microsoft GAL as the starting point for your contacts.
Select destination: Define iPhone as the synchronization destination.
Share: Automatically share the synchronized contacts with your employees.

The complete step-by-step guide explains the details of setup and configuration: How to synchronize Microsoft 365 Global Address List (GAL) contacts with Apple iPhone smartphones

The Apple iPhone app is one of the most versatile and user-friendly applications on the market. It offers a wide range of functions that enable users to perform a wide variety of tasks efficiently - from emails and calendars to maps and music. In addition, numerous settings can be customized so that everyone can configure the app according to their personal preferences.

Another advantage is the compatibility of the Apple iPhone app with the sync.blue® cloud platform. This platform is specially designed for the reliable synchronization of contacts between different devices. This makes it easier to access important contacts at any time and from anywhere. During the synchronization process, sync.blue® also ensures maximum data integrity. Thanks to its user-friendliness and efficiency, the platform is a valuable addition to the Apple iPhone app.

The Global Address List (GAL) is a central address book in Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online. It contains contact details for all internal users, groups, and external contacts within a company.

However, the GAL has limited practical use outside of Outlook:

It is not displayed on iPhones, Android devices, Microsoft Teams, or in the native Contacts app.
There is no automatic synchronization with all employees' mobile devices or third-party applications.

This is why a solution such as sync.blue® is necessary:

The platform automatically transfers the GAL to iPhones, Android devices, Outlook, Teams, or other target systems—without additional software installation and in compliance with GDPR. This turns the static GAL into a fully-fledged, synchronized company phone book that is available wherever it is needed.

Microsoft does not offer direct access to the global address list (GAL) via the iPhone. Without an additional solution such as sync.blue®, these centrally managed company contacts are not available on the device.

sync.blue® bridges this gap and automatically synchronizes the GAL on iPhones – GDPR-compliant, without additional software installation or manual exports. This means that contacts are available wherever they are needed – e.g., in the Contacts app, for calls, email, or Microsoft Teams. Automatic caller recognition is also enabled.