{"id":5539,"date":"2022-03-04T13:04:58","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T13:04:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/?p=5539"},"modified":"2025-09-09T06:06:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T06:06:29","slug":"convert-nsf-to-pst","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Ways to Convert NSF File to PST Format"},"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;5539&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;Best Ways to Convert NSF File to PST Format&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>Often, professionals come across archived NSF files saved from the days when their company used Lotus Notes. Now, Lotus Notes is not installed, making it impossible to open the file directly. A simple way to overcome this limitation is to convert NSF to PST. The PST format simplifies access and improves portability across systems. We will introduce a professional tool, <strong>Cigati <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/nsf-to-pst-converter\/\">NSF to PST Converter<\/a><\/strong>, that also converts the encrypted NSF to PST format. With that in mind, let\u2019s first explore the free methods for NSF to PST conversion.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"row justify-content-center mac-win-tab mt-3 mb-5\">\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\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-NSF-Converter_win.exe\"><i class=\"icon-windows\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"secondary-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/nsf-converter\/purchase-now.php\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\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\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#Benefits_of_Exporting_NSF_File_to_PST\" >Benefits of Exporting NSF File to PST&nbsp;<\/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\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#Different_Methods_to_Convert_NSF_to_PST_Format\" >Different Methods to Convert NSF to PST Format<\/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\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#Manual_Approach_to_Convert_NSF_File_to_PST\" >Manual Approach to Convert NSF File to PST&nbsp;<\/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\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#Convert_NSF_to_Outlook_PST_Manually_Using_IMAP\" >Convert NSF to Outlook PST Manually Using IMAP<\/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\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#An_Automatic_Tool_to_Convert_NSF_to_PST_Format\" >An Automatic Tool to Convert NSF to PST Format<\/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\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#Simple_steps_to_migrate_NSF_to_PST\" >Simple steps to migrate NSF to PST:<\/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\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/convert-nsf-to-pst\/#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=\"Benefits_of_Exporting_NSF_File_to_PST\"><\/span>Benefits of Exporting NSF File to PST&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the NSF to PST conversion, the data remains secured, accessible, and long-lasting. Look at a few of the benefits of carrying out this conversion:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To open the NSF files, IBM Lotus Notes is required. Therefore, it is best to convert them into PST to access them in Outlook.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By exporting the NSF files to PST ensures a smooth migration to Outlook, Exchange, and Office 365.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unlike NSF files. PST files are easy to share and backup across email clients and cloud platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Users are more familiar with Outlook\u2019s interface as compared to Lotus Notes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since Lotus Notes are not used widely, converting NSF to PST ensures continued accessibility and compatibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/convert-nsf-to-mbox\/\">Convert NSF to MBOX<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Methods_to_Convert_NSF_to_PST_Format\"><\/span>Different Methods to Convert NSF to PST Format<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two ways in which the user can convert the NSF files to PST format. The manual methods include the CSV import\/export feature in Outlook and IMAP configurations. We will also use a tool to carry out this conversion for a reliable and hassle-free experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manual_Approach_to_Convert_NSF_File_to_PST\"><\/span>Manual Approach to Convert NSF File to PST&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To use this method, make sure you have both Lotus Notes and MS Outlook installed on your system. It does not directly convert them, but enables you to transfer mailboxes step-by-step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use these steps to begin converting NSF to PST:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Export Data from Lotus Notes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, launch <strong>Lotus Notes<\/strong> and head to the folder or mailbox that you want to convert.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, click on the <strong>File<\/strong> tab and choose the <strong>Export<\/strong> button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, choose a location, select <strong>CSV<\/strong> as the export format, and check all the relevant fields.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, hit the <strong>Export<\/strong> button.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Import CSV into Outook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open <strong>Microsoft Outlook<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, head to <strong>File<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Open &amp; Export <\/strong>&gt;<strong> Import\/Export<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, choose <strong>Import from another program or file<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, select <strong>CSV<\/strong> and click <strong>Next<\/strong> again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Afterward, find and locate the desired CSV file and open it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, choose the location to save the resultant file.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Map<\/strong> the <strong>Lotus Notes fields<\/strong> to <strong>Outlook fields<\/strong> and click <strong>Finish<\/strong> to export NSF File to PST.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At last, <strong>export it to PST<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks:<\/strong> The CSV export will not transfer the email attachments. Also, the calendar events and contacts are not included in the conversion process. The process will become tedious and error-prone while handling large mailboxes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Convert_NSF_to_Outlook_PST_Manually_Using_IMAP\"><\/span>Convert NSF to Outlook PST Manually Using IMAP<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To successfully execute this method, ensure that your Louts Notes and Outlook account are configured with an IMAP account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to perform the conversion process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Copy Emails to IMAP Folder in Lotus Notes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, open <strong>Lotus Notes<\/strong> and navigate to <strong>Mail<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Preferences<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Mail<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Accounts<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, set up your <strong>Gmail IMAP account<\/strong> in it and verify that the IMAP account is synchronised.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, select the emails or folder in Lotus Notes you wish to convert.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drag and drop<\/strong> these emails to Gmail\u2019s IMAP folder.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Configure the Gmail IMAP Account in Outlook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>Outlook<\/strong> application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, head to <strong>File<\/strong> &gt;<strong> Account Settings<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Add Account<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, add the <strong>Gmail IMAP account<\/strong> in Outlook.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow Outlook to sync the emails from the IMAP server.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks:<\/strong> While managing large volumes of emails, it can take hours to sync. Also, it processes only partial migration, meaning contacts, calendars, and tasks are not migrated. In some cases, attachments may not be migrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_Automatic_Tool_to_Convert_NSF_to_PST_Format\"><\/span>An Automatic Tool to Convert NSF to PST Format<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Cigati NSF to PST Converter<\/strong> is a versatile solution that simplifies the process of converting NSF files to PST. Besides this, it converts to other file formats like EML, MSG, EMLX, and many more. A few of its key features are a duplicate mail removal option, batch conversion, and the ability to remove encryption. It also offers a preview feature that allows users to view the contents before conversion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simple_steps_to_migrate_NSF_to_PST\"><\/span>Simple steps to migrate NSF to PST:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After downloading the tool, open the tool on your system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, click the <strong>Add File<\/strong> button to load the desired NSF file and open it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, expand the tree structure and pick the folders that you wish to convert to PST.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, <strong>preview<\/strong> the contents and select the <strong>File Format<\/strong> as <strong>PST<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, apply the additional features if required and pick the <strong>Destination Path<\/strong> to save the file.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the end, click on the <strong>Convert<\/strong> button.<\/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>The conversion of NSF files to PST is vital for both users and organizations. Although one can try executing the manual steps to convert NSF to PST, these methods are unreliable for large datasets. By contrast, an automated <strong>Cigati NSF to PST Converter<\/strong> is a smarter choice for an efficient migration process. It ensures that the data stays intact and accessible in Outlook. Moreover, it guarantees both speed and accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You May Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cigatisolutions.com\/blog\/save-lotus-notes-email-as-pdf\/\">How to Save Lotus Notes Email as PDF<\/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-1757397547201\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: What are the risks of using manual methods for NSF to PST conversion?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> There are several risks of using the manual methods. This includes loss of attachments, time-consuming, prone to errors, missing emails, and sometimes data corruption. Also, it can lead to a broken folder hierarchy.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757397561711\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Can I convert NSF to PST manually without any software?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Yes. One can convert NSF files to PST manually by using IMAP configurations and importing the CSV file. However, the manual steps would cause data loss, formatting, and layout issues, and no option for bulk conversion.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Often, professionals come across archived NSF files saved from the days when their company used Lotus Notes. 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