PCVITA software to repair corrupt OST and PST files on Windows
OST Recovery Pro
PCVITA OST Recovery Pro repairs corrupt, orphaned and oversized OST files and damaged PST files on Windows without an Exchange connection. Add one file, scan in Quick or Advance mode and look through every recovered item. Free demo saves 25 items per folder.
- Input
- OST, PST, NST and BAK files
- Scan
- Quick and Advance modes
- Preview
- 8 email views
- Output
- Six save options
Search all drives to find every OST file on your PC. See all features. Need a plain format change only? Open OST to PST Converter.
How OST Recovery Pro Works
Add the damaged file, scan it and save the items you need. OST Recovery Pro lists folders, previews every email and exports in the format you select.
Corrupt OST or PST File
Outlook cannot open it
- Orphaned OST without its mailbox
- Damaged file from a crash or power loss
- BAK file left by ScanPST
PCVITA OST Recovery Pro
Works offline on Windows
- Quick and Advance scan
- Deleted items flagged
- S/MIME and OpenPGP removal
Readable Mailbox Data
Saved to your folder
- Files for Outlook and other clients
- PDF records or Office 365
- Folder structure kept
- 1AddSelect a file or scan drives.
- 2ScanPreview every recovered item.
- 3ExportSave in one of six formats.
Recover an OST File in 6 Steps
Six screens follow one damaged file from the first click to the saved output. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide shows the same flow with every option.
Step 1. Install and Open the Software
Install the software and choose your language during setup. The main window opens with the Add File button ready.
Step 2. Click Add File
Click Add File on the main window. A window opens with the Select File and Search File options.
Step 3. Select or Search the OST File
Choose Select File and browse to your OST, PST or BAK file. Choose Search File to find files on one drive or on all drives.
Step 4. Set the Scan Mode and Click Add
Use Quick scan for fast recovery. Switch to Advance scan if the file is highly corrupt or Quick scan shows no data, then click Add.
Step 5. Preview the Recovered Items
Folders with data show in bold and deleted emails stand out in red. Open any email in 8 views from Normal Mail View to Attachments.
Step 6. Export to Your Format
Click Export for every item or Export Selected for ticked items. Select a format, click Browse to set the destination and click Export again. Save the CSV report at the end.
Demo edition limits the save step.
OST Recovery Pro Features
What OST Recovery Pro does with a damaged Outlook data file, grouped by task.
Loads OST and PST Files
Your file goes in first.
Select File
Browse to one OST, PST or BAK file.
Search Selected Drive
Find every Outlook data file on one drive.
Search All Drives
Find every file on every drive at once.
BAK Files
Load the Outlook.bak file that ScanPST leaves behind.
NST Files
Rename the NST file to OST and add it.
Scans Damaged Files in Two Modes
Choose the depth that fits the damage.
Quick Scan
Recover lightly damaged files fast.
Advance Scan
Dig into highly corrupt files, 64 bit systems included.
Scan Report
Save the report and reload the file without a new scan.
Encrypted Emails
Remove S/MIME with a certificate or OpenPGP with a key.
Previews Every Recovered Item
Check the result before you save.
Folder Tree
Bold names mark folders that hold data.
Deleted Emails
Recovered items appear in red.
8 Email Views
Normal Mail, Hex, Properties, Message Header, MIME, HTML, RTF and Attachments.
Item Tabs
Switch between Mail, Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes and Journals.
Exports to Six Formats
Save everything or only the items you tick.
Six Formats
PST, PDF, MSG, EML, HTML and Office 365 are on the list.
Export Selected
Save only the ticked items.
Advanced Settings
Split PST files by size and add date or category filters.
Folder Hierarchy
Keep folder names and order or skip empty folders.
CSV Report
Save the success and fail counts as a CSV file.
Why Corrupt OST and PST Files Need Recovery Software
Four facts about damaged Outlook data files and how OST Recovery Pro answers them.
- 1
OST Files Depend on Their Mailbox
An OST file mirrors a mailbox on the server. PCVITA software needs only the file, so orphaned files open without Exchange.
- 2
ScanPST Has Limits
Microsoft documents the Inbox Repair tool for PST files and suggests deleting an OST file for Exchange accounts. PCVITA software loads the OST file itself.
- 3
Deleted Items Hide in Damaged Files
Advance scan digs deeper and flags recovered deleted emails so you can spot them.
- 4
One Format Does Not Fit Every Job
Save to PST for Outlook, PDF for records, MSG or EML for other clients or Office 365 for a live mailbox.
Prepare Before You Recover an OST File
Six checks before your first recovery. Tick the boxes in order, then open OST Recovery Pro.
- Copy the damaged file to a safe folder. Work on the copy.
- Close Outlook and end any leftover outlook.exe process in Task Manager. Otherwise Windows reports that the OST file is in use.
- Find the file with Search File if you do not know where Outlook stored it.
- Collect certificates or keys with their passwords if your emails use S/MIME or OpenPGP.
- Check .NET Framework 4.5 or later on your PC.
- Test the free demo on your file before you pay. Download the demo edition and preview the items.
System lines match the version and system table below. Microsoft facts follow the page linked in the Sources.
OST Recovery Pro Pricing
Start with the free demo of OST Recovery Pro, then buy one licence. Both editions scan and preview the same way. Saving every item is the only difference.
Demo Edition
Free
Check the result first
- ResultFull preview
- Save25 items in every folder
- LicenceNot needed
Version 3.0, 90.4 MB, Windows
Full Edition
$69 one licence
Save every recovered item
- ResultEvery item saved
- SaveNo item limit
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions Both editions share the same scan and export options
- Select File
- Search File
- Quick Scan
- Advance Scan
- 8 Email Views
- Date Filter
- Category Filter
- Split PST
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and recovery details in one place.
| Version | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 90.4 MB |
| MD5 | 36a33f24 |
| Windows versions | Windows 11 (64 bit) and Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit). Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 and 2008 |
| Prerequisites | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later |
| Hardware | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 (2.40 GHz) or better, 4 GB RAM, 100 MB free disk space |
| Outlook | Not needed to recover data. Needed only for the Use Outlook option on Contacts, Calendars, Tasks, Notes and Journals |
| Free demo limit | Saves 25 items per folder |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Input | OST, PST, NST (renamed to OST) and BAK files |
|---|---|
| Outlook versions | Outlook 2000 to 2021 (32 and 64 bit) |
| Scan modes | Quick scan and Advance scan |
| Encryption | S/MIME and OpenPGP removal |
| Export formats | Six formats, PST to Office 365 |
| Filters | Date range and category filters, Split PST by size |
Inbox Repair Tool vs PCVITA OST Recovery Pro
What Microsoft documents about the Inbox Repair tool next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your file.
| Point | Inbox Repair Tool | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| PST files | Steps written for .pst files | Scans and previews PST files |
| OST files | Article suggests deleting the OST file for Exchange accounts | Loads the OST file itself, orphaned files included |
| Deleted items | Not described | Recovered deleted items flagged |
| Preview before saving | Not described | 8 views for every email |
| Encrypted emails | Not described | S/MIME and OpenPGP removal with a certificate or key |
| Output | Repaired file and a .bak copy | Six save options |
| Price | Included with Outlook | Free demo, full edition $69 |
Microsoft facts come from the Microsoft page on repairing Outlook data files. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start Recovery
- Work on a copy. Keep the original file safe.
- Scan Quick first. Switch to Advance scan if the preview stays empty.
- Save the scan report. Reload the file later without a new scan.
- Check the export report. Save the CSV and compare the counts.
Healthy OST file and only a format change? Open OST Recovery or OST to Office 365 to move the data.
Sources for Microsoft Facts The page behind the facts on this page
- Microsoft SupportRepair Outlook data files (.pst and .ost)
OST Recovery Pro FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they start OST recovery, grouped by topic.
Recovery and Options How the software behaves with your file
How do I recover a corrupt OST file with PCVITA software?
Six steps finish the job.
- Step 1. Install the software and open it.
- Step 2. Open the Add File window.
- Step 3. Browse to the file or search a drive.
- Step 4. Choose Quick or Advance depth.
- Step 5. Check the recovered data.
- Step 6. Export in your format.
Can OST Recovery Pro recover PST files too?
Yes. The Add File window accepts OST, PST and BAK files. Select the file or search a drive for it.
Does OST Recovery Pro need an Exchange Server?
No. The software works on the file alone. Orphaned OST files load without the mailbox or the server.
Can I recover deleted emails from an OST file?
Yes. Advance scan digs into damaged files and the preview flags recovered deleted emails.
When should I use Advance scan?
Use it for a highly corrupt file. Switch to Advance scan if Quick scan shows no data.
Can the software remove S/MIME or OpenPGP encryption?
Yes. Add the certificate for S/MIME or the private key for OpenPGP with its password. The emails open in the preview.
Which formats can I export to?
Six formats. Select from PST, PDF, MSG, EML, HTML or Office 365. Use Export Selected to save only ticked items.
Can I split a large PST file?
Yes. Open Advanced Settings and set a PST size. The software creates PST files of that size. You can also add date and category filters.
Does the software keep my folder structure?
Yes. Keep Maintain Folder Hierarchy ticked. You can skip empty folders or system folders instead.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo do?
It saves 25 items per folder. The demo scans and previews the same way. The full edition saves every item.
How much does the full edition cost?
$69 for one licence. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download the software?
Click Download Now on this page. Version 3.0 of OST Recovery Pro weighs 90.4 MB and installs on Windows. Test the demo on your file before you buy.
Compatibility and Setup Windows versions and prerequisites
Which Windows versions does the software need?
Windows 11 (64 bit) and Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit). Windows Server 2022 to 2008 also works. You need 100 MB free disk space and 4 GB RAM.
Do I need Outlook installed?
No for recovery. Outlook is needed only for the Use Outlook option on Contacts, Calendars, Tasks, Notes and Journals.
Which Outlook versions work with my file?
Outlook 2000 to 2021 in 32 and 64 bit. You also need Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later on your PC.
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Key Takeaways on OST Recovery Pro
Five facts to keep from this page.
- Add OST or PST. Browse to a file or search a drive.
- Two scan modes. OST Recovery Pro offers Quick scan for light damage and Advance scan for deep damage.
- Preview first. Check 8 email views before you save.
- Six formats. Save for Outlook, other clients or Office 365.
- Demo and price. Free demo caps the save step. Full edition costs $69 per licence.
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