Convert Google Takeout Emails to PST for Outlook

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To convert Google Takeout data to PST format for Microsoft Outlook, follow these steps:

Understanding Google Takeout and Its Formats​

Google Takeout allows users to export data from various Google services, including Gmail, in different formats. For Gmail, the exported data is typically in MBOX format, which is not directly compatible with Outlook, as Outlook uses PST (Personal Storage Table) files for email storage.

Steps to Convert Google Takeout to PST​

1. Download Data from Google Takeout​

• Go to the Google Takeout website.
• Select the data you want to download (e.g., Gmail).
• Choose the export format (usually MBOX for emails).
• Complete the process to download a ZIP file containing your MBOX files.

2. Convert MBOX to PST​

Since Outlook cannot import MBOX files directly, you need to convert them into PST format. This can be done using specialized software. Here are recommended tool and procedure:

Using MBOX to PST Converter Software​

Cigati MBOX Converter:

• Launch the MBOX Converter software.
• Select the MBOX file extracted from your Google Takeout.
• Choose PST as the saving option.
• Click Convert to start the conversion process.
• Once the conversion is complete, save the output as a PST file.

3. Import PST File into Outlook​

Once you have converted your MBOX files into PST format, you can import them into Outlook:

• Open Microsoft Outlook.
• Go to File > Open & Export > Import/Export.
• Select Import from another program or file, then choose Outlook Data File (.pst).
• Browse for your converted PST file and follow the prompts to complete the import.

Conclusion​

By following these steps, you can successfully convert your Google Takeout data into a format compatible with Microsoft Outlook. The key steps involve downloading your data, converting it from MBOX to PST using reliable software, and finally importing it into Outlook. This process allows you to access all your Gmail emails seamlessly within the Outlook application.