Introduction:Why Change MBOX Data to Outlook PST Format?

Most of the users do not know how to convert MBOX data to PST format. We have covered everything for the user. Converting the data of the MBOX file format isn't easy. And without conversion,it is impossible to access data present in the MBOX file in the Outlook environment. If the users are looking for a way to convert data,we have got concerns covered here. Presenting the fastest way to convert data from one format to another.

Quick Tip:Before starting the conversion,users should have enough free disk space. PST files can be larger than the original MBOX files due to the way Outlook stores data.
MBOX to PST Converter
MBOX to PST Converter Tool Interface

The Dilemma:Install a New Email Client vs. Changing File Formats

Take the help of a professional tool to do the conversion. MBOX is the mail file data many email applications create. In this file format,all mails are concatenated and stored as plain text. The email applications Gmail,Thunderbird save their email data in MBOX format.

Suppose,if someone receives an MBOX file but have an Outlook email application on their device,then to access data,a user has two options:

  • Install MBOX supporting email application on the device
  • Change the file format.

The second option is easier because the installation of the MBOX supporting email application would be time-taking.

Pro Tip:Create a folder for the PST exports and name it. This helps in tracking different conversion batches.

Complete Guide to Convert MBOX to PST via Softaken

To change file format,the user should follow these steps:

  • Step 1:Install the software on the device and then upload the MBOX file on it.
    Note:The software maintains the original email formatting,including fonts,colors,and layout in the PST output. This ensures emails look exactly the same in Outlook.
    Browse and Upload MBOX Files
    Browse and Upload MBOX Files
  • Step 2:The software gives two options to upload file:
    • Folder mode:If users have multiple MBOX files and you have saved all of them in a folder,then you can use Folder Mode to upload the folder on software.
    • File mode:If users have one or two files or users have saved files at different locations,then use File Mode to upload files one after one.
  • Step 3:If users are shifting from Thunderbird email client to Outlook,and have a Thunderbird email client,then there is one more option present in the software "Upload Thunderbird File". Use the same to upload the file.
  • Step 4:Here also,the software gives two options to users:
    • Load Thunderbird Default Location:From this option,the software will pick the Thunderbird file from the default location.
    • Load Thunderbird Location Manually:This allows user to upload Thunderbird files manually.
    Load Thunderbird Emails Automatically or Manually
    Load Thunderbird Emails Automatically or Manually
  • Step 5:Once the user upload the file in the software,it will show the user details of the content in the file.
    Preview MBOX Emails and Folder Structure
    Preview MBOX Emails and Folder Structure
  • Step 6:Click the Export button to change the format of all the files.
    Click Export to Choose Output Format
    Click Export to Choose Output Format
    Remember:Always keep a backup of original MBOX data before execution of any conversion process. This ensures that the user can retry.
  • Step 7:The Softaken MBOX to PST Convertertool has multiple options. The options are:
    • Save the file in a single PST file:This option will let you save the entire data of MBOX in a single PST file.
    • Multiple PST for each MBOX file:The option will let you save each MBOX file in a single PST file.
    • Extract EMLx files:If you want to save data in EMLx format,this option allows you to do so.
    • Extract EML Files:If you want to save data in EML format,this option allows you to do so.
    • Extract MSG:The option allows you to save email data in MSG format.
    • Extract HTML:The option allows you to save email data in HTML format.
  • Step 8:After the user select an option to save data,click on the browse button to find a location to save the file.
  • Step 9:Select a location to save the converted file.
  • Step 10:Click on the Convert Now button to convert your file.
  • Step 11:After converting the file,the software will share a confirmation with you.

Download the Free Demo Version to Test Output Quality

If the user wants to check the features and functions of the Softaken MBOX to PST Convertertool,then check its demo version. It has all the features that the licensed version has except its conversion to the first 25 emails per folder. This gives user room to test the output formatting and speed before committing.

Key Features of Softaken MBOX to PST Converter

The migration by converting MBOX data into multiple file formats is made easy and secure. Key features include:

  • It has a user friendly interface and can be used by non technical users also.
  • The structure,folder hierarchy,and other details remain intact with the email file.
  • No data is lost during the conversion.
  • We provide round the clock technical support.
  • Smart Email Filtering:convert emails using date ranges to filter out unnecessary data.
  • Auto-Duplicate Removal:skip duplicate messages during the export process to save disk space.
  • PST Splitting Capability:split oversized output PST files by size to prevent Outlook corruption.
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