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A PST (Personal Storage Table) file stores your emails, contacts, calendars, and other mailbox data in Microsoft Outlook. PST files can get corrupted due to sudden shutdowns, oversized files, virus attacks, or faulty add-ins.
Microsoft provides a free built-in repair utility called Inbox Repair Tool (ScanPST.exe).
Steps:
Tip: Always back up your PST file before repairing.
Method 2: Create a New Outlook Profile
Sometimes the issue is with the Outlook profile, not the PST file itself.
Steps:
Large PST files are more prone to corruption.
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If ScanPST fails or your PST is severely corrupted, use a reliable PST repair utility. Cigati Outlook PST Repair Tool is a reliable solution to repair corrupt, damaged, or inaccessible Outlook PST files. The tool scans PST files and recovers emails, contacts, calendars, notes, tasks, and attachments without data loss. It is designed for both home users and IT professionals who want a quick and safe way to restore Outlook mailbox data.
This utility supports repairing PST files created in all major versions of Microsoft Outlook. With an easy-to-use interface, users can fix PST corruption issues caused by large file size, unexpected shutdowns, virus attacks, or system crashes.
Signs of a Corrupt PST File
- Outlook won’t open or crashes frequently
- Error messages while opening PST
- Missing emails or folders
- Outlook freezes while loading mailbox
Microsoft provides a free built-in repair utility called Inbox Repair Tool (ScanPST.exe).
Steps:
- Close Outlook completely.
- Locate SCANPST.EXE on your system (usually inside the Outlook installation folder).
- Double-click ScanPST.exe.
- Click Browse and select your corrupted PST file.
- Click Start to begin scanning.
- If errors are found, click Repair.
- Once done, reopen Outlook and check your mailbox.
Tip: Always back up your PST file before repairing.Method 2: Create a New Outlook Profile
Sometimes the issue is with the Outlook profile, not the PST file itself.
Steps:
- Open Control Panel → Mail.
- Click Show Profiles.
- Click Add and create a new profile.
- Set the new profile as default.
- Open Outlook and attach your PST file again.
Large PST files are more prone to corruption.
Steps:
- Delete unnecessary emails and empty Deleted Items.
- Archive old emails.
- Compact the PST file from Outlook settings.
If ScanPST fails or your PST is severely corrupted, use a reliable PST repair utility. Cigati Outlook PST Repair Tool is a reliable solution to repair corrupt, damaged, or inaccessible Outlook PST files. The tool scans PST files and recovers emails, contacts, calendars, notes, tasks, and attachments without data loss. It is designed for both home users and IT professionals who want a quick and safe way to restore Outlook mailbox data.
This utility supports repairing PST files created in all major versions of Microsoft Outlook. With an easy-to-use interface, users can fix PST corruption issues caused by large file size, unexpected shutdowns, virus attacks, or system crashes.
