Overview of the OST to PST file

Your computer stores an OST file as a local copy of the contents of your mailbox. OST stands for Offline Storage Table. When you use an email client like Microsoft Outlook with Exchange Server, it generates an OST file. This enables you to access your contacts, calendar entries, emails, and other data when offline.
Microsoft Outlook uses PST files, which stand for Personal Storage Tables, to store data locally on your computer, including contacts, calendar entries, and email messages. POP3, IMAP, and web-based email accounts frequently use PST files, while Exchange Server accounts link to OST files.

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Motives for OST to PST Conversion

Microsoft Outlook primarily uses OST files, which are computer-stored offline copies of your mailbox data, for offline access. But converting OST Emails & attachments to PST format becomes crucial if you need to move your data to another email client or if you can no longer access Outlook.

The Most Commonly Used Free OST to PST Conversion Method

Using the Wizard for Import and Export

• Open Microsoft Outlook in any version, such as 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, etc. 

• Select the "Import & Export" option from the "File" menu to import and export data. 

• When the "Import and Export Wizard" opens, choose "Export to a File." 

• Choose the "Outlook data file" (PST) format from the list of choices. 

Make sure you have checked the box next to "Include sub-folders," and then click "Finish."

Limitation of Manual Method:  

The manual approach, on the other hand, has certain limitations despite being free and helpful to consumers in many ways.

• Microsoft Outlook installation is necessary for the manual method. 

• Technical know-how could be required to manually convert an OST to PST.

• It is not possible to convert damaged, orphaned, or corrupted OST files.

• It is time-consuming, and a single mistake could result in data loss.

• We are unable to convert large or intricately structured OST files.

OST to PST Conversion with a Reliable Method

Using a reputable program such as Softaken for OST to PST Converter Software is an alternative choice for individuals who find the manual procedure challenging or unproductive. It is a dedicated utility for converting OST Emails & attachments files to Outlook PST format without requiring the installation of any other software, including MS Outlook. With this utility, users can convert OST files containing emails, contacts, calendars, notes, journals, and other data to PST format. It can convert severely damaged, orphaned, or corrupted OST files to PST format without causing any data loss. Additionally, users have the ability to convert any size of OST files into several PST files. Without Outlook, this is the most efficient and expert way to convert an OST file to a PST.

Easy Steps for Using This Tool

• On your computer, install and launch the OST to PST converter. 

• To add OST files to the software panel, click the "Select Files" or "Select Folder" buttons.

• Now, click the Browse button and choose the saving location for the converted PST file.

• Finally, to start the OST to PST conversion process, click the Convert button.

Note: We save every converted PST file in the designated location. Accessing or opening them is effortless and requires no additional effort.

Final Words

I've already discussed both a dependable tool and a manual method for converting OST files to PST format, but I also want to point out that most IT experts and Outlook users advise using the tool instead of the manual method because it's faster and 100% safe for accessing or backing up data to an Outlook PST file.