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There are several instances where an MBOX file must be converted to an Outlook PST. However, the issue remains, "How does Microsoft Outlook import an MBOX file?" Outlook users are all alert that data is saved in PST and OST files. As a result, users cannot access an mbox file directly in Outlook.

In such cases, both manual and third-party solutions for converting MBOX to an Outlook PST file might be employed. Both ways are described here; you can convert using either.

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Manually Import an MBOX file into Outlook

This strategy benefits the consumer in every aspect, although it does need some effort. So, if you wish to manually import data from MBOX into Outlook, follow the instructions below.

Stage 1: Gmail Configuration

·         Navigate to Google Mail (Gmail) >> The gear symbol >> View All Options

·         POP/IMAP and Forwarding >> "Enable IMAP" under IMAP access, then browse through the window and hit Save Changes.

Make a New Gmail App Password

·         Select the Google Mail profile icon >> Tab Manage Your Google Account Security

·         If not already enabled, enable 2-step verification.

·         Continue to step 2 >> Click Create New Password on the Security Tab.

·         Verify account information >> Select the System and Item (Mail) >> Next

·         Now copy and save the code for future reference.

Stage 2: Configure your Gmail account to use IMAP with an MBOX-based email client such as Thunderbird.

·         Start Mozilla Thunderbird >> Select Tool >> Account Configuration Account Action >> Create a Mail Account

·         Fill down your Google Mail log-in information and type New App Password.

·         Follow the instructions and wait for the process to be completed.

·         After you've created the account, go to the user interface and make a new folder under it.

Stage 3: Set up Gmail and Outlook to import MBOX files

·         Start Microsoft Outlook and navigate to File >> Account Settings >> Fill in your Gmail account details and New App Password.

·         Choose IMAP protocol, proceed to confirm the password (if prompted), and wait for the confirmation popup to appear.

·         You will receive a Thunderbird MBOX file in your Microsoft Outlook account after properly completing all of the steps.

·         This approach is compatible with all MS Outlook editions; however, the setup option in the older Outlook version differs.

There are several manual techniques for exporting MBOX files to Outlook. You can learn more about it here: Outlook imports MBOX files.

How does the expert tool Import MBOX files into Microsoft Outlook?

If you don't want to follow the handbook for whatever reason, don't worry about it. Professional software is the more efficient and quick approach to converting MBOX files to Outlook PST format. You can also export a large number of mailboxes at once.

The Softaken MBOX to PST converter application comes highly suggested since it preserves folder hierarchy, rich text formatting, inline pictures, attachments, and other attributes in a new PST file. You can run the program on several Windows operating systems to import mailboxes to Outlook, EML, MSG, HTML, and other formats.

Conclusion

Because Microsoft Outlook does not immediately import MBOX files, we have a manual and direct technique for converting emails at once. I've described both ways of migrating the mailbox to PST. Also, share an advanced application solution for exporting huge MBOX files to Outlook at once.