{"id":13212,"date":"2026-03-17T07:43:46","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T07:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/?p=13212"},"modified":"2026-03-17T07:43:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T07:43:48","slug":"import-pst-to-em-client","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Import PST File to eM Client? &#8211; A Detailed Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;13212&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;5\\\/5 - (1 vote)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to Import PST File to eM Client? - A Detailed Guide&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;142.5&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 142.5px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            5\/5 - (1 vote)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p>There comes a time when importing becomes a necessity instead of a simple upgrade. Often, users have decades of email data as PST backups. In such cases, users choose to import PST to eM Client to rescue that data. eM Client acts as a digital archaeologist that brings back the old email data to life in a stable environment. Now, let\u2019s read this blog and look at various ways how users import their PST files into an eM Client. Along with the free approach, we\u2019ll also look at an advanced tool, the <strong>Cigati <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/pst-converter\/\">PST Converter<\/a><\/strong>. This tool efficiently imports the PST files without losing the formatting and their internal structure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"row justify-content-center mac-win-tab mt-3 mb-5\">\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n<ul id=\"myTab\" class=\"nav nav-tabs justify-content-center\" role=\"tablist\">\n<li class=\"nav-item\" role=\"presentation\"><button id=\"home-tab\" class=\"nav-link bg-transparent px-4 active\" role=\"tab\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"tab\" data-target=\"#home\" aria-controls=\"home\" aria-selected=\"true\"><i class=\"icon-windows\"><\/i> Windows<\/button><\/li>\n<li class=\"nav-item\" role=\"presentation\"><button id=\"profile-tab\" class=\"nav-link bg-transparent px-4\" role=\"tab\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"tab\" data-target=\"#profile\" aria-controls=\"profile\" aria-selected=\"false\"><i class=\"icon-apple\"><\/i>Mac<\/button><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"myTabContent\" class=\"tab-content\">\n<div id=\"home\" class=\"tab-pane fade active show\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"home-tab\"><span class=\"block_btn\"><a class=\"primary-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/demo-version\/Cigati-pst-exporter-tool-Demo.exe\"><i class=\"icon-windows\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"secondary-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/pst-converter\/purchase-now.php\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"profile\" class=\"tab-pane fade\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"profile-tab\"><span class=\"block_btn\"><a class=\"primary-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/cigatisolutions.com\/demo-version\/Cigati-PST-Exporter-for-mac.dmg\"><i class=\"icon-apple\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"secondary-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/mac-pst-converter\/purchase-now.php\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>IT professionals import PST files to eM Client due to budget-friendly pricing and fast data retrieval. It can be done using the built-in import option in eM Client, via EML export, or with advanced software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pierre Dubois, a resident of France<\/strong>,<strong> asks:<\/strong> \u201cHi, this is Pierre Dubois from France. I\u2019m facing difficulties importing large PST files from Microsoft Outlook into eM Client manually. I\u2019m now searching for a professional tool that can simplify the process and ensure complete and accurate data transfer.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/#Why_Enterprises_are_Migrating_to_eM_Client\" >Why Enterprises are Migrating to eM Client?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/#Learn_How_to_Import_PST_to_eM_Client\" >Learn How to Import PST to eM Client<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/#Manually_Import_Outlook_to_eM_Client\" >Manually Import Outlook to eM Client<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/#Transfer_PST_Files_to_eM_Client_Via_EML\" >Transfer PST Files to eM Client Via EML&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/#An_Advanced_Software_to_Import_PST_to_eM_Client\" >An Advanced Software to Import PST to eM Client<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-em-client\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Enterprises_are_Migrating_to_eM_Client\"><\/span>Why Enterprises are Migrating to eM Client?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Primary reasons why users are importing PST files into eM Client are to avoid paying for the subscription cost of Microsoft 365. eM Client provides a free version to its users. Take a look at a few of the other reasons why users consider this import process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Users migrate to eM Client to eliminate the subscription cost of Microsoft 365. For personal use, eM Client offers a free version.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The design of the eM Client is simple and easy to use, which makes it a preferred choice for beginners and a non-technical audience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Switching to eM Client on a system where Outlook runs slowly provides a faster performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>eM Client can manage multiple email accounts in a single interface, improving accessibility, convenience, and productivity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An eM Client offers simple backup and restore options. This way, users have more control over their email data.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_How_to_Import_PST_to_eM_Client\"><\/span>Learn How to Import PST to eM Client<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve understood the benefits of the PST file to the eM Client import process, let\u2019s implement the solutions. We\u2019ll start with the manual processes first and then look at the advanced tool-driven method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manually_Import_Outlook_to_eM_Client\"><\/span>Manually Import Outlook to eM Client<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this method, we\u2019ll use the built-in import feature in the eM Client to transfer the email data to eM Client. We will simply choose the Outlook profile and import the emails and other metadata.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are the steps to begin importing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, launch the <strong>eM Client<\/strong> on your system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, click on <strong>Menu<\/strong> and go to<strong> File<\/strong> &gt;<strong> Import<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, choose <strong>Import from Outlook<\/strong> and pick the <strong>desired Outlook profile<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, select the data you want to import and click on the <strong>Finish<\/strong> button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the end, check the imported data into an eM Client.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks<\/strong>: If the user&#8217;s Outlook profile is corrupted or if the PST file is damaged, this process will fail to import. Also, importing large PST files will be a time-consuming process. There is no option of selective migration or advanced filters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transfer_PST_Files_to_eM_Client_Via_EML\"><\/span>Transfer PST Files to eM Client Via EML&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this approach, we will first convert the PST files into EML files and then import them into an eM Client. It is suitable for those users who want to transfer only the emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the step-by-step process to initiate the transfer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Launch the <strong>MS Outlook<\/strong> application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, select the <strong>PST file<\/strong> and pick the data you want to export.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, <strong>drag and drop<\/strong> them into an Outlook folder. It will save them as <strong>.eml<\/strong> files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, launch the<strong> eM Client<\/strong> on your system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to the <strong>File<\/strong> menu tab and choose <strong>Import <\/strong>&gt;<strong> Import from .eml files<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, select the exported EML files and choose the destination to save them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At last, click on the <strong>Finish <\/strong>button to complete the process.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks: <\/strong>The contacts, calendars, and tasks are not transferred with this approach. Manually dragging and dropping the emails one by one in large numbers will be inefficient and time-consuming. Also, the folder hierarchy is not preserved in this import process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_Advanced_Software_to_Import_PST_to_eM_Client\"><\/span>An Advanced Software to Import PST to eM Client<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Cigati PST Converter<\/strong> delivers a modern and advanced solution to import PST files into an eM Client. It is built to manage large datasets and efficiently processes multiple PST files at once with pinpoint precision. Also, the interface of the software is self-explanatory, removing the technical complexities. Furthermore, the tool also supports a wide range of file formats and compatible mail clients. Most importantly, it maintains a strict commitment to data privacy and conversion accuracy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Simple steps to start the PST to eM Client migration:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start by downloading and launching the converter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, choose <strong>Select File\/Multiple Files<\/strong> for single or multiple PST file conversion or<strong> Select Folder<\/strong> for bulk processing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, browse the desired PST file, select it, and <strong>open<\/strong> it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that,<strong> preview<\/strong> the files and attachments, and then click <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>IMAP<\/strong> from the drop-down menu and apply the filters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lastly, hit the <strong>Convert<\/strong> button.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern enterprises import PST to eM Client to improve performance, reduce costs, and enhance data reliability. The PST file to eM Client import process is not a complicated task. But with the manual steps, the process becomes lengthy and carries a risk of data loss, too. They lack the scalability that is required for corporate environments. In contrast, with the help of an advanced utility, the <strong>Cigati PST Converter<\/strong>, it assures users of their data privacy and maintains the original formatting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You May Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-yandex-mail\/\">Import PST to Yandex Mail<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773732521149\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Can I import a PST file if Outlook is not installed?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes. There is a built-in option in the eM Client to import your PST files directly. You do not need to install Microsoft Outlook.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773732549115\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: <strong>What if I get a &#8220;file in use&#8221; error?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> This error occurs if the PST file is accessed by a process in the background. To resolve this, make sure to close the MS Outlook application and also check the Task Manager if any process is using Outlook.exe.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There comes a time when importing becomes a necessity instead of a simple upgrade. 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