Microsoft Outlook is a popular email client used by businesses and individual users around the world. Outlook stores its data in .PST (Personal Storage Table) format which includes emails, calendars, contacts, notes, etc. When you password protect your PST file and then forget it, accessing that data can seem almost impossible.
But no need to worry! In this blog, we will explain the entire Outlook PST password recovery process in simple language step-by-step.
Why does forgetting PST password cause problems?
Outlook has an option to password protect the PST file so that unauthorized persons cannot access your personal information. But if you forget that password:
- You cannot open your emails.
- You cannot access important documents.
- You have trouble taking backups.
- Business communication may come to a halt.
What is the solution?
If you have forgotten the password, you can recover or reset the PST password using the following methods:
Method 1: Using Microsoft's official tool (Versions prior to Outlook 2002)
Microsoft previously provided a tool called "pst19upg.exe". This tool is no longer available and has been deprecated by Microsoft. Also, it only worked on Outlook 2002 and earlier versions.
Limitations:
For older Outlook versions
Data may be corrupted
Microsoft no longer supports it
Method 2: Using third-party PST password recovery tools
This method is considered to be the most effective and safest. There are many tools available in the market that are capable of recovering or resetting the password from a PST file.
DataVare Outlook PST Password Recovery Expert is a Windows-based utility software designed to recover forgotten or lost password of Outlook PST file. Its interface is very easy and user-friendly, which anyone can operate even without technical knowledge. This tool supports almost all versions of Outlook (from 2003 to 2019 and 2021).
Key Features
1. 100% success in password recovery
This tool of DataVare can recover even the most complex passwords in a few seconds. It scans encrypted PST files and safely removes passwords.
2. Recovery without data loss
This tool only recovers the password, does not make any changes to your email file or data. That is, the data remains completely safe.
3. Compatible with all Outlook versions
Supports all – Outlook 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019 and 2021.
4. Readable Password Generation
Some older tools show jumbled or generic passwords, but DataVare recovers readable and usable passwords.
5. Easy and fast interface
No technical knowledge required! Passwords are in front of you in just 3-4 steps.
Step-by-step guide: How to recover password?
Here we tell you how you can use this software:
Step 1: Download the software
Go to DataVare's website.
Download the “Outlook PST Password Recovery Expert” tool.
Install and run the software.
Step 2: Load the PST file
Click on the “Browse” button.
Select the PST file whose password you want to recover.
Step 3: Start the password recovery process
Click on the “Recover Password” button.
The software will recover and show the password in a few seconds.
Step 4: Save the password
Save the recovered password somewhere safe.
Now you can access your PST file using it in Outlook.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will the software work without Outlook installed?
Yes, this software can recover password from PST file even without Outlook installed.
Can my file get corrupted during recovery?
Absolutely not. It is a read-only tool that only reads the password, it does not harm your file.
Does this tool support encrypted PST files?
Yes, this tool can handle PST files with high-level encryption as well.
Conclusion
Forgotten PST password is a common problem, but there is a solution for it. Whether you are running an old version of Outlook or a new one, you can easily recover the password with the help of third-party tools. Just be careful and choose the right tool.
The safety and recovery of your Outlook data should be your priority, and with the help of this guide, you can do that easily.
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