A Step-by-Step Guide to Transfer Microsoft OST Mailbox Data into PST File Format

For both personal and business use, Microsoft Outlook is one of the most popular email clients. It keeps mailbox data in two main file types: OST and PST.

Move OST Mailbox Data to PST Format

There are many reasons why people want to change OST files to PST format. Some of the most common reasons are:

• Exchange Server crashes or is not accessible
• Deleting Outlook profiles by mistake
• Need to move emails to a different Outlook account
• Need to make backups of mailboxes
• OST files that have been corrupted or damaged
• Switching from Exchange or IMAP accounts to POP accounts

How to Move OST Mailbox Data to PST by Hand

Microsoft Outlook has a built-in Import/Export feature that lets users move OST data to PST format. Please follow the steps below exactly.

First, open Microsoft Outlook.

Open Microsoft Outlook on the computer where the OST file is set up and synced correctly. To avoid exporting incomplete data, make sure Outlook is connected to the server.

Step 2: Open the File Menu

In the top left corner of the Outlook window, click on the File tab. Choose Import/Export after clicking Open & Export.

Step 3: Pick the Export Option

Choose "Export to a file" in the Import and Export Wizard and then click "Next."

Step 4: Choose the PST File Format

Select Outlook Data File (.pst) from the list of options and then click Next.

Step 5: Choose the Mailbox Folder

Select the folder in your mailbox that you want to export. If you want to export the whole mailbox, click on the main account folder and check the box next to "Include subfolders."

Step 6: Choose the Destination Location

Find the place where you want to save the PST file. Choose the right option for duplicate items and then click Finish.

Step 7: Set a Password (Optional)

For security reasons, you can set a password for the PST file. When you're done, click OK to finish.

The PST file will be made and saved in the place you chose.

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Final Thoughts

For backup, migration, and recovery, it is important to move Microsoft OST mailbox data into PST file format.