How to Open MBOX file in Outlook 2019 and Latest versions?
MBOX file does not support MS Outlook directly so we need a method to export data into PST format.
Somit Vishwakarma 
MBOX data file is one of the most widely used file formats because it is compatible with many online and offline email clients such as Gmail, Webmail, Entourage, Apple Mail, and Thunderbird. However, when a user wants to switch their data to a platform like MS Outlook, which is not directly compatible with MBOX files, conversion becomes a crucial process.
Attempting to open an MBOX file directly in Outlook can lead to errors and even data corruption. Therefore, in this post, I will share two effective methods for transferring MBOX files to Outlook 2019, later and older versions.
What is MBOX and PST and How they different?
MBOX and PST files have different data structures, which is the main reason for errors when importing them without conversion. Furthermore, MBOX data files only support emails and attachments, while PST files contain all mail items, including contacts and calendars.
Therefore, users often wonder how to transfer contacts and calendars from MBOX-based email clients to Outlook. The answer is simple: export them separately and then import them into Outlook.
Methods to Convert MBOX to PST
Several conversion methods and tools are available for converting MBOX to PST. However, here we are sharing both a manual and an automated solution, which are preferred by most professionals. We will first discuss the automated solution as it is easier to use and efficiently exports the mailbox to PST format.
Then manual way which is a somewhat lengthy, technical, and time-consuming process. These are step-by-step guides for converting mailboxes for Outlook 2019 and other versions.
Automated application for MBOX to PST
If you don't have a reliable tool, the migration process can be challenging. We recommend MailsDaddy MBOX to PST Converter tool for loading and transferring data from MBOX-based email clients to Outlook, including attachments. This application has several built-in features for loading and exporting mailboxes as needed. Converting the entire mailbox from MBOX to PST format requires just a few simple clicks. The process is very fast and easy, even for large and multiple mailboxes.
How it works?
- First download and install the application in Windows then launch it.
- Click on "Browse mailbox" to add data into the software interface.
- Press export button and select PST file for Outlook.
- Enable single or separate PST conversion option.
- Save the destination and hit on export to start conversion.
Once mailbox is exported to PST file then user can import to any Outlook version including 2019 and latest.
Manually export MBOX to PST format
There are several manual methods for exporting data from MBOX to PST format. However, the IMAP bridge method is the most popular and reliable. While it may not always work perfectly, it is helpful for moving smaller data sets.
IMAP Bridge Method
First, ensure that the MBOX file has been imported into your email client. If not, download and install Mozilla Thunderbird and import your mailbox into it using the Import-Export add-on.
Next, set up an account in Thunderbird (or any MBOX-supported email client) for your Gmail account.
- Go to Gmail > Settings (gear icon)
- See all settings > Forwarding and POP/IMAP
- Enable IMAP access and save the changes.
- In Thunderbird, open the Accounts section.
- Click on "Add Mail Account"
- Enter your Gmail account's email address and password.
- Click "Continue" to verify and add the account.
- After successful setup, create a new folder within this account. This will automatically sync the mailbox with your Gmail account.
- Finally, you have successfully set up an account between Gmail and Outlook 2019 (or later versions) to resync data in Outlook.
Conclusion
In this article, I have explained an easy way to load and migrate data from MBOX to PST format using both manual and automated methods. If you require advanced features to export specific folders or emails, a professional application is the ideal option. It also automatically preserves the folder structure, which is not possible with manual methods.
