Remove a password from an MSN and Outlook *.pst File

Microsoft avails a feature of PST file that helps a user to store their mails, contacts and personal files in a format which is inaccessible for any outsiders. A .pst or a personal folder is created with the installation of Microsoft Outlook, and can be found under Local folder with a name “Outlook.pst”. In Outlook, a user can store up to 2 GB of files inside the personal folder.

If you want to have full control over your MSN and Outlook messages by keeping all the data within your reach enabling personal folder is the best option available. It not only helps a user by storing their data but also keeps their data password protected. Setting a password for .pst file, means every single time a user have to enter the password before accessing their mails. However, writing the password every time could be quite annoying and may also hamper security as well, as it leave your account open until you closed it manually. Therefore it has seen that many customers are finding some prolific ways by which they can remove the password of .pst file for their MSN and Outlook account.

Here in this article we will look into some effective solution for removing or unlocking PST files.

            Any situation where you are trying to unlock your account but you’re unable to do, because you have forgot your PST password could be quite irritating. You also may have given your best possible shot to recover it but the end results are same.        Fortunately, there are few tools and methods with the help of which a user can get remove the password. Before proceeding with any method one just can’t underestimate the importance of Personal Folders, hence it is very important for a customer to choose the procedure which is best suited for their needs. There are many third party tools paid, unpaid like SysInfo, Mail PassView, PstPassword, etc which can give you a guaranteed solution.

Below here we have mentioned about the one which is not only our personal favorite but also free of cost.

Removing password using pst19upg and Scanpst.

Before working with any methodologies check minimum free space available.

• Close Outlook process from Windows Task Manager.
• Create a backup for pst file and save in your hard disk with a different name for avoiding matching name issue
• Now locate exe file in your system which location may vary from version to version.
• Press Window Key + R and then type “CMD”.
• Next copy the path of PST file into command prompt- which may look like: “exe-outlook.com C:My Documentspst19upg.exe -x outlook.pst” – This will create a fresh copy of .pst file.
• Now type “exe-newpsxfile.psx” in command prompt—these will make a new .pst file without any password.
• At last run “Scanpst.exe” and repair the file that has been created.

NOTE: The above method only works for Outlook 2002 and older.

In case if the above method fails one can go with the ultimate support which comes with the name of third party tech support. The support service team consist some of the expert technicians in the field with an all time available helpline number. We can provide you the best working tool with proper guidance explaining how to operate in a best reasonable price.