How to Convert Outlook PST to Maildir Format?

A lot of Microsoft Outlook users want to export Outlook data into Maildir format because various email servers, delivery agents, mail readers support Maildir messages directly for example Dovecot IMAP Server, Courier Mail Server SMTP, Exim SMTP Server, Postfix SMTP Server, Qmail SMTP Server, MeTA1 SMTP Server, OpenSMTPD SMTP Server, Procmail, Dovecot delivery agent, Maildrop, Getmail, OfflineIMAP, Balsa, Cone, Evolution, GNUMail, Gnus, Kmail, Mutt, Mozilla Thunderbird, etc.

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Reasonable Software to Export PST to Maildir Messages

Get OneTime PST Converter to save MS Outlook PST files into Maildir format, the tool creates generic Maildir files which are supported by various email servers, delivery agents, email clients, and mail readers. This toolkit offers the separate option for Outlook export to Maildir messages so it is also known as PST to Maildir Converter. It is authorized software to convert Outlook 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, 2003, 2002, etc. exported PST files to Maildir format. Outlook to Maildir Converter is well suitable for solving these types of generic queries.

• How to convert Outlook PST to Maildir messages?
• How to export Outlook PST file to Maildir format?
• How can I migrate batch PST files to Dovecot Maildir?

 How to Export PST to Maildir Format Instantly?

First, download Outlook to Maildir Converter and after that follow few simple steps for PST file to Maildir migration.

• Run PST to Maildir Exporter, if MS Outlook is configured with the same machine then it will load Outlook data files (PST) automatically from storage path and in case of no Outlook installation, users can manually load PST files by clicking on the Select Files or Select Folders option.

• After choosing the PST files, the tool will show all email folders in the software interface so that users can select only desired folders to convert them into Maildir format.

• Select Maildir as saving format because this blog post is about PST to Maildir migration.

• This application also offers various file naming options too.

• The tool also provides multiple advance features i.e. Ignore System Folders Hierarchy and Freedom to Choose Destination Path. After selecting the data storage path, press the Next button to continue.

• Outlook PST to Maildir conversion process is running with the live status report.

• Conversion completed successfully with the information of completion.

• After complete the process, the tool will automatically open the resultant data folder. Here is converted data in Maildir format.

Outlook Vs Maildir

Microsoft Outlook is a desktop based email client which can be configured with an email account using POP3 and IMAP settings for sending and receiving the email messages instantly. MS Outlook comes with Microsoft Office Suite and it creates PST files for storing emails, contacts, calendar, tasks, notes, journals, etc.

Maildir format is a common way for storing the email messages where each email is saved in a separate file and each folder is known as a directory. A Maildir directory usually has three subdirectories as cur, new and temp. A lot of software support Maildir files directly such as Dovecot IMAP Server, Procmail, Kmail, Mutt, etc.

Outlook PST to Maildir Converter Features

1. OneTime PST to Maildir Converter is eligible to load Outlook data files from default storage location of configured Outlook.
2. The tool also has dual options to load archived PST files manually by clicking on the Select Files or Select Folders option.
3. Users can choose “Use Recovery Mode” option to save corrupted PST files to healthy Maildir format.
4. This application shows all email folders in the software interface so that users can easily select desired folders to save them into Maildir format.
5. Outlook to Maildir Converter provides various file naming options for storing the resultant Mail directories in various styles.
6. The toolkit gives freedom to store mail directories at any destination path by browsing the location even users can save resultant data in external storage devices.
7. This software has a separate option to ignore system folders hierarchy.
8. The tool shows the live conversion status report during PST to Maildir migration.
9. It can be installed on every edition of Windows OS including latest Windows 10.
10. The utility comes with a free demo edition which is helpful for software evaluation.

What Are Factors to Migrate Outlook PST to Maildir?

1. Maildir files are supported by various email servers and email clients.
2. Maildir files are also supported by various delivery agents.
3. Maildir is a simple and common format for storing email messages.
4. Dovecot IMAP Server for Linux OS also supports Maildir files.

Frequently Asked Questions

Que 1 – How to export Outlook PST file to Maildir messages?

Ans – You can follow these simple steps to save PST files to Maildir.

1. Start PST to Maildir Converter and load Outlook PST files from the computer.
2. Check desired folders and Maildir as saving format from software panel.
3. Choose the file naming option, destination path, and press the Next button.
4. PST file to Maildir migration process has been completed successfully.

Que 2 – Does the tool keep email attachments during the conversion?

Ans – Yes, OneTime PST to Maildir Exporter preserves all email attachments during the migration procedure.

Que 3 – Can I convert Outlook PST to Maildir to import them into Dovecot IMAP Server?

Ans – Yes, it creates standard Maildir files which are supported by various email server including Dovecot IMAP Server.

Que 4 – Can I install this software on Mac Computers?

Ans – No, it is Windows OS based product which does not support MacOS.

What Client Say?

I am a system administrator and I was looking for a solution to import PST files to Dovecot IMAP Server Linux then my friend suggested me this software. With the help of OneTime Software, I have successfully completed the task.

– Anselmo

Me gustaría recomendar este software para exportar mensajes PST a Maildir porque es compatible con los archivos ANSI PST y Unicode PST de MS Outlook 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, 2003, 2002, etc.

– Eberardo

Free Outlook to Maildir Converter

Freeware PST to Maildir Converter gives permission to export 25 emails from each folder of PST file to Maildir so that users can easily check the working procedure of this product. After getting complete satisfaction, users can grab its license keys to convert Outlook PST to Maildir format without limitations. OneTime Software Company provides complete user satisfaction with 30 days money back policy to the users.