Softaken EML to PST Converter

Softaken Windows Live Mail Converter

Perfectly Convert Windows Live Mail files in batch mode

Dual ingestion: automatically detect and load configured Windows Live Mail mailboxes from the default store (%localappdata%\Microsoft\Windows Live Mail) with one click, or manually browse and batch-import exported WLM folders and .EML directories. Export to Outlook PST, MSG, MBOX, EMLX, PDF, and HTML — standalone on Windows 11/10 with no Windows Live Mail or Microsoft Outlook required.


  • Rapidly convert Windows Live Mail data files
  • Convert Windows Live Mail emails to many formats – PST, MBOX, MSG, PDF, etc.
  • Keeps data integrity of WLM emails intact during conversion
  • Maintain Inline Images, hyperlinks and other email components
  • MS Outlook installation is not required to convert Windows Live Mail files
  • Convert Windows Live Mail Folder/Files in batch mode and one by one
  • Easy to download and run with every Windows edition
  • Capable to execute unlimited Windows Live Mail conversion
  • Protect and safely export Windows Live Mail emails along with attachments
  • Selective WLM files export without any harm to database
  • Suitable for individuals and business users
  • Destination path of user choice to export WLM files
  • Also export to EMLX and HTML alongside PST, MSG, MBOX, and PDF
  • Split large output PST files by custom size thresholds (e.g. 2 GB, 5 GB, 10 GB, 20 GB)
  • Preserves folder tree, RFC 822 headers, companion attachments, and inline HTML/CSS
  • 100% offline processing on your PC — no cloud upload of mailbox data

Highlighted Key Features of Windows Live Mail Converter


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Dual mode for Conversion

Every user has different needs so this program is developed to meet everyone’s need. This WLM Converter provides two options to add single or multiple Windows Live Mail files to export into required file format. Users can choose any mode as per their needs for loading WLM files to convert into available formats.

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Batch Convert WLM Files

Our program offers batch migration of Windows Live Mail mailboxes and their folders. It has the facility to load multiple files of Windows Live Mail to quickly export into required file format. This is one of the best solutions to migrate multiple Windows Live Mail accounts data with 100% accuracy and precision.

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Free copy for evaluation

Try out the software for free and analyse full working of it by downloading demo version. This will help users to convert first 10 items from Windows Live Mail to desired file format. After understanding the complete software, users can apply for the license version and get facility of unlimited data export from WLM.

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Convert Live Mail emails with attachments

WLM File Converter does not make any changes in attachments associated with Windows Live Mail email messages. Without any problem, every document file with Windows Live Mail mailboxes is successfully converted into required file format. There is no alteration to content in format of attachments.

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Preserve data originality

No affect to originality of Windows Live Mail files during the conversion process. This program will not change internal database structure, email properties, and email formatting during the conversion task. All data items are as it is exported from Windows Live Mail to desired file format without even compromise to quality.

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Support different versions of Windows & Outlook

Every new and old version of Windows operating system and Outlook is well supported by this program. You can comfortably use this effortless solution on all Windows computers and laptops. Moreover, after conversion into PST file by this application, users can open the PST data file in Outlook 2024, 2021, 2019, 2016, Microsoft 365, and earlier supported editions.

Software Interface

Real working screens of Softaken Windows Live Mail Converter — load WLM storage or folders, preview mailbox hierarchy, and export to PST / MSG / MBOX / EMLX.


Windows Live Mail Converter home interface

1. Home interface

Launch the converter and start from the clean main window.

Browse Windows Live Mail folders or EML files

2. Auto-detect / browse

Load default Windows Live Mail store or manually select WLM folders and .EML directories.

Preview Windows Live Mail emails with attachments

3. Mailbox preview

Review folder hierarchy, headers, message body, and companion attachments before export.

Export options for PST MSG MBOX EMLX

4. Export options

Choose PST, MSG, MBOX, EMLX, PDF/HTML output with naming and filter options.

Output path and PST split settings

5. Destination & PST split

Set destination path and split large PST files by size threshold when needed.

Convert Windows Live Mail to Outlook PST progress

6. Convert

Start conversion and track progress while WLM mailboxes export to the selected format.

More screens: docs screenshots · steps guide

How to convert Windows Live Mail to Outlook PST


Step-by-step conversion

Watch the Softaken EML to PST Converter tutorial, then follow these steps to migrate Windows Live Mail mailboxes:

  1. Open this recommended tool by launching it properly on your system.
  2. Add required Windows Live Mail files (auto-detect default store or browse folders / .EML).
  3. Go for desired saving option (PST, MSG, MBOX, EMLX, PDF, HTML).
  4. Mention a directory to export the resultant file (set PST split size if needed).
  5. Point mouse cursor to Convert button to initiate the conversion process.

Tools Faq's


Yes, follow the step-by-step guide of WLM conversion discussed below:

  1. Open this recommended tool by launching it properly on your system.
  2. Add required Windows Live Mail files.
  3. Go for desired saving option.
  4. Mention a directory to export the resultant file.
  5. Point mouse cursor to Convert button to initiate the conversion process.
Yes, you can easily execute the conversion of multiple Windows Live Mail files at one time using this software.
No, this utility has got no such restriction of file size or message count. However, with demo version, this conversion limited is 10 emails.
No, to use this Windows Live Mail Converter, there is no compulsion for installation of Windows Live Mail client.
Yes, why not. You are fully free to use this program on Windows 7 and above versions to convert WLM files.
The converter can locate the default Windows Live Mail store under %localappdata%\Microsoft\Windows Live Mail and load configured mailboxes in one click. You can also browse manually if your WLM data was exported to another folder.
Yes. The tool is a standalone Windows utility. It parses raw WLM / EML mail stores on Windows 11 and Windows 10 without requiring Windows Live Mail to be installed.
No. Softaken Windows Live Mail Converter creates UNICODE PST (and other formats) natively. Microsoft Outlook is not required for conversion; Outlook is only needed later if you want to open the resulting PST file.
You can export Windows Live Mail messages to Microsoft Outlook PST, single-message MSG, universal MBOX, macOS Mail EMLX, and document archives such as PDF and HTML.
Yes. Folder hierarchies (Inbox, Sent Items, Drafts, custom folders), companion attachments, inline images/HTML formatting, and RFC 822 headers (To, From, CC, BCC, Subject, Date, Message-ID) are preserved during conversion.
Exported UNICODE PST files can be opened in Microsoft Outlook 2024, 2021, 2019, 2016, Microsoft 365, and other supported Outlook editions that work with standard PST files.
Yes. You can set custom PST size thresholds (for example 2 GB, 5 GB, 10 GB, or 20 GB) so large Windows Live Mail mailboxes are divided into manageable PST files.
The free demo can detect WLM profiles, show full email preview with attachments, and convert a limited number of emails (first 10 items) per folder into PST/MSG/MBOX and other supported formats so you can verify fidelity before buying a license.

Software Specifications


System Requirement

ProcessorAny Pentium Class
Operating SystemWindows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7 & Other
Memory512 MB Minimum
Hard Disk100 MB free space for installation

Software Delivery

ElectronicVia Email
Delivery TimeWithin 15 minutes
Demo LimitFirst 10 emails / folder
Full LicenseFrom $29

Interface Available

Language SupportedEnglish
Support OptionEmails, Chat & Skype
PlatformWindows only
ProductWindows Live Mail Converter

Download Guides

InstallationInstallation Guide
User ManualUser Manual
ScreenshotsView Screenshots

Demo vs Licensed Version

Free Demo version auto-detects WLM profiles, displays full email preview with companion attachments, and converts up to 10 emails per folder into PST/MSG/MBOX format to evaluate conversion fidelity before purchasing a license.


CapabilityFree DemoLicensed Version
Auto-detect / browse Windows Live Mail storeYesYes
Full preview with attachmentsYesYes
Export to PST, MSG, MBOX, EMLX, PDF, HTMLYes (limited)Yes (unlimited)
Emails converted per folderFirst 10 emailsUnlimited
Split large PST by sizePreview / evaluateFull
Offline local processingYesYes
PriceFreeFrom $29

WLM to PST Converter Client Reviews


Simon Woods

Simon Woods

★★★★★
Australia
This toolkit perfectly worked out for me. It has transferred my Windows Live Mail data in few seconds. And I found the complete conversion process so easy and friendly. Thank you guys for developing such an outstanding software.
Renate Laine

Renate Laine

★★★★★
United States
I was so worried to bulk convert Windows Live Mail files with attachments. At first, I thought this was impossible but after my friend’s suggestion to use Softaken Windows Live Mail File Converter, the task became super easy for me.
Jeffrey Certo

Jeffrey Certo

★★★★★
United States
After getting this effortless solution, all my worries for Windows Live Mail data file conversion went far away. Its bulk conversion feature highly amazed me. I have never found such a simplified & trusted tool ever before. With advanced features & speedy conversion, I found it the best tool when compared with other solutions. I found my investment in this tool worthy.