How do I make easy conversion from MBOX to PST?

MBOX data file is created by many email clients such as Gmail, Apple Mail, Thunderbird, Entourage, SeaMonkey, Netscape, etc., but none provide an easy way to export MBOX files in PST file format. In this case, the user searches for the solution online and applies a manual or third-party tool to convert MBOX file to Outlook PST format.

Here we are going to share both manual and third-party tools to convert MBOX to PST format with all the attachments. If you want to know the step-by-step procedure to open MBOX data in Outlook then read the article till the end.

Why do we need to export MBOX file to Outlook PST?

Any user who is looking for a solution to open a mailbox in Outlook can have many reasons. But some of the main reasons are as follows -

• A conversion is required to open the MBOX file in Outlook
• Outlook can be used on mobile phones in addition to laptops which makes data access easier.
• MBOX file contains only email and attachments whereas PST can also store contacts, tasks, calendars, etc.

Use Manual steps to convert MBOX to PST format

The manual method is a bit big process as there are many steps to be followed to transfer data from MBOX to Outlook PST format. Also, it is necessary to make a backup of the mailbox as it also creates the possibility of getting corrupted while converting the data.

• First import MBOX file in a relevant email client like Thunderbird, Eudora, Netscape, Apple Mail, etc if it is not.
• Go to Gmail >> See All Settings >> Forwarding POP and IMAP tab >> Enable IMAP Access and save.
• Click on the Google profile icon >> Press “Manage Your Google Account”.
• Security tab >> Scroll and activate 2 Step verification >> Follow the instruction
• Go back to Security >> Scroll and click on Generate New App Password >> Follow the instruction and copy the code.
• Setup an account with an MBOX-based email client using IMAP protocol.
• Once account set up, create a new folder under it and drag all the emails in it.
• Go to Gmail, refresh the page and ensure the mailbox is synchronized successfully.
• Now Generate New Password again for Gmail to Outlook setup.
• Open Outlook >> Info >> Account Setting >> Add Account
• Fill in all the information to complete the setup, after that, you will get the complete mailbox in PST.

If you are unable to follow this complicated step then you have to go with a third-party step to export data from MBOX to PST.

Straightforward process to convert MBOX to Outlook PST

In the online market, you will find lots of application tools to move a mailbox in Outlook. But for the best conversion, the user needs a reliable and precise utility.

Here we highly recommend you to try MailsDaddy MBOX to PST Converter tool to load and export data from MBOX to PST, Office 365, EML, MSG, Live Exchange, and various other file formats. The software supports all MBOX, MBS, and MBX-based email clients and provides a secure way to convert data in Outlook PST format.

Working steps

1. Download, install and launch MBOX to PST Converter Tool in Windows OS.
2. Click the Browse button then press the Add File button to browse the mailboxes in the local system.
3. After loading the mailbox, click on the Export button to initiate batch migration from MBOX to Outlook PST format
4. Select the PST file and then select a single or separate PST file for all MBOX data.
5. Browse the destination and then hit the Export button to save the mailbox to a PST file.

Conclusion

Here you read how to import an MBOX data file in Outlook PST format with all mail and attachments. Both manual and third-party tools are mentioned to convert the data from MBOX to PST format. Although manually you need a lot of patience and a strong internet connection whereas MBOX converter does not require any such demands.