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PCVITA software to recover Outlook deleted items from data files

Outlook Deleted Items Recovery Tool

PCVITA Outlook Deleted Items Recovery Tool restores soft deleted and hard deleted emails from Outlook data files. Load one file or search your drives for every Outlook file. PCVITA software marks the recovered items in red and exports them with the folder tree intact. Free demo previews every item.

Input
PST, OST and BAK files from Outlook
Items
Emails, contacts, calendars, tasks, notes and journals
Preview
Deleted items marked in red
Export
PST, MSG, EML, HTML, PDF and Office 365

Outlook is needed only for the Use Outlook option when you export to PST. Hard deleted items return without any password on the PST. See all features. Damaged file instead? Open Outlook PST Repair Tool.

6Item types recovered from one file
6Export formats for the recovered items
RedMarks on deleted items in the preview
Since 2007Software for corporate needs
30 DaysMoney back guarantee*

How Outlook Deleted Items Recovery Works

Load the Outlook file and let PCVITA software scan it. Outlook deleted items show in red. Select the folders and export them.

Source

PST, OST or BAK File

Deleted items still inside

  • Outlook deleted items and emails
  • Deleted folders and groups
  • Original file stays untouched
Recovery

PCVITA Deleted Items Recovery

Installs on Windows

  • Scan engine for hidden mail
  • Eight preview views
  • SMIME and OpenPGP removal
Result

Exported Outlook Items

Saved to your folder

  • Folder tree and headers kept
  • Mail files in five formats
  • CSV export report
  1. 1
    LoadAdd one Outlook file.
  2. 2
    ReviewFind the red items in the preview.
  3. 3
    ExportSave the items in a format you choose.

Recover Deleted Outlook Items in 6 Steps

Six screens follow one Outlook file from the first click to the saved export of Outlook deleted items. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide covers the drive search and every export format.

Main window of the Outlook deleted items recovery software

Step 1. Install and Open the Software

Install PCVITA recovery software and start it from the Start menu. Select Add File on the top bar.

Add File window with Select File and Search File options

Step 2. Choose Select File or Search File

The Add File window offers Select File and Search File. Select File loads one PST, OST or BAK file. Search File scans one drive or all drives for Outlook files.

Browse window for selecting the PST or OST file

Step 3. Select the Outlook File

Browse to the file and click Open. For a BAK file select the one that ScanPST created. The path appears beside the Browse button. Click Add to start the scan.

Folder tree of the scanned Outlook file with bold folders

Step 4. Scan the File and Open Folders

A message confirms the scan and the folder tree loads on the left. Bold folders hold data and plain folders are empty. Click Yes to save the scan result for later.

Deleted emails marked in red in the preview panel

Step 5. Find the Deleted Items in Red

Select a folder and an email. PCVITA software shows deleted emails in red. Switch between Normal Mail, Hex, Properties, Message Header, MIME, HTML, RTF and Attachments views.

Export options with Save Permanently Deleted Items Only

Step 6. Export the Deleted Items

Click Export for all items or Export Selected for chosen ones. Select PST, MSG, EML, HTML, PDF or Office 365 and browse to a folder. Tick Save Permanently Deleted Items Only to skip the rest and click Export.

Try these steps on your own Outlook file

Demo edition previews all items and saves 25 per folder.

Software Features for Outlook Deleted Items

What PCVITA software does with Outlook deleted items, grouped by task.

Loads Outlook Files in Two Ways

Your file location decides the mode.

  • Select File

    Browse to one Outlook data file.

  • Search File

    Scan a chosen drive or all drives.

  • BAK Files

    Open the BAK file that ScanPST created.

  • Password Protected PST

    Recover hard deleted items without the password.

Add File window with Select File and Search File options
Add File window with Select File and Search File options

Recovers Deleted Items and Folders

Soft and hard deleted data both return.

  • Soft Deleted Items

    Restore Outlook deleted items from the Deleted Items folder.

  • Hard Deleted Items

    Restore Outlook deleted items removed with Shift and Delete.

  • Deleted Folders

    Bring back folders with their content.

  • Distribution Lists

    Restore deleted groups and lists.

Normal Mail view of a recovered email in the preview panel
Normal Mail view of a recovered email in the preview panel

Previews Every Item Type Before You Save

Check the result first.

  • Red Marks

    Spot deleted emails in the preview grid.

  • Eight Views

    Open Hex, MIME, HTML, RTF and more.

  • Item Tabs

    Switch between Mail, Calendars and Contacts.

  • Tasks, Notes and Journals

    Open the other Outlook items.

Calendars tab listing recovered events
Calendars tab listing recovered events

Exports Recovered Items in Six Formats

Choose the format your next step needs.

  • PST Export

    Split the PST and filter by date.

  • MSG, EML and HTML

    Save single messages as files.

  • PDF Export

    Set page layout and Bates numbers.

  • Office 365 Export

    Move items into a mailbox through an admin account.

PST export option with the Advanced Settings button
PST export option with the Advanced Settings button
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Test these options on your own file. Demo edition saves 25 items per folder.

Why Deleted Outlook Items Need a Recovery Tool

Four facts about deleted Outlook items and how PCVITA software answers them.

  1. 1

    Deleted Items Is Only the First Stop

    Microsoft states that deleted items move to the Deleted Items folder first. PCVITA software looks inside the data file and finds Outlook deleted items that left that folder.

  2. 2

    Recoverable Items Is Hidden

    Microsoft names Recoverable Items as a hidden folder for items you empty or delete with Shift and Delete. PCVITA software restores hard deleted Outlook items from a file you hold.

  3. 3

    Server Recovery Needs a Connection

    Microsoft states that Recover Deleted Items From Server needs an online mail server connection. PCVITA software works on a data file on your drive.

  4. 4

    Time Limits Close the Window

    Microsoft states that administrators set the recovery period. PCVITA software has no time limit on files you already hold.

Prepare Before You Recover Deleted Items

Six checks before you recover Outlook deleted items. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.

  1. Close Outlook before you load a file. Outlook locks a PST or OST file that stays open.
  2. Copy the data file to a safe folder. Work on the copy.
  3. Find the file location or use the drive search to list every PST, OST and BAK file.
  4. Install the .NET Framework on the PC. Version 4.5 or later is the listed prerequisite.
  5. Open the software as administrator on Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8 and 7.
  6. Test the free demo on your file before you pay. Download the demo edition and preview every recovered item.

System lines match the version and system table below. Microsoft facts follow the page linked in the Sources.

Outlook Deleted Items Pricing

Start with the free demo, then buy one licence. Both editions scan the same way. Save count is the only difference.

Demo Edition

Free

Preview every recovered item

  • PreviewAll items
  • Save25 items per folder
  • LicenceNot needed
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Version 4.0, 93.80 MB, Windows

Full Edition

$49 one licence

Save all recovered items

  • PreviewAll items
  • SaveNo item limit
  • DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
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30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout

Included in Both Editions Both editions scan the same way and the save limit is the only difference

  • Select File
  • Search File
  • Soft Deleted Items
  • Hard Deleted Items
  • Red Item Marks
  • Eight Preview Views
  • Six Export Formats
  • CSV Export Report

Version, Size and System Requirements

Version, system needs and Outlook deleted items details in one place.

Software Version, size and system needs
Version4.0
File size93.80 MB
MD5fb71c671c1418ad0f49e7b51394929c1
Windows versionsWindows 11 (64 bit), Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit) and Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008
PrerequisitesMicrosoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later and administrator rights
HardwareIntel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2.40 GHz or higher, 2 GB RAM recommended, 100 MB free hard disk space
Free demo limitPreview of all items and a save limit of 25 per folder
DeliveryElectronic delivery by email after payment
Recovery What goes in, what comes out and what you set
InputOutlook data files in Unicode or ANSI format
Outlook versionsOutlook 2000 to 2021 (32 or 64 bit)
ItemsMail, contacts, calendars, tasks, journals and notes
FoldersInbox, Sent Items, Drafts, Deleted Items, Outbox, Junk Email and custom folders
EncryptionSMIME and OpenPGP removal with certificates or keys
Export formatsSix formats including PST and Office 365
Export optionsDeleted only, folder hierarchy and skip empty folders
ReportExport report saved as a CSV file

Outlook Recover Deleted Items vs PCVITA Deleted Items Recovery

What Microsoft documents about Outlook deleted items next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your mailbox.

PointOutlook Built In RecoveryPCVITA Tool
First stopDeleted Items folderDeleted Items folder and the data file
Hard deleted itemsRecoverable Items folder, hiddenRestored from the data file
ConnectionOnline mail server neededWorks on a file on your drive
Time limitSet by your administratorNo limit on files you hold
Deleted foldersA permanently deleted folder cannot returnDeleted folders return with content
PreviewItem list in OutlookEight views with red marks on deleted mail
PriceIncluded with OutlookFree demo, full edition $49

Microsoft facts come from the Microsoft page on recovering deleted items in Outlook for Windows. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.

Quick Checks Before You Start Recovery

  • Close Outlook. Free the data file first.
  • Work on a copy. Keep the original file safe.
  • Look for red items. Deleted emails show in red.
  • Save the report. Keep the CSV export report.

Is the file damaged? Open Outlook PST Repair Tool. Need to recover from a drive? Open Recover Permanently Deleted PST Files.

Sources for Microsoft Facts The page behind the facts on this page

Outlook Deleted Items FAQs

Answers to questions users ask before they start a recovery, grouped by topic.

Recovery and Options How the software behaves with your Outlook file

How do I recover deleted items in Outlook with PCVITA software?

Six steps finish the job.

  1. Step 1. Install the software and open it.
  2. Step 2. Click Add File.
  3. Step 3. Locate your data file.
  4. Step 4. Scan it and open the folders.
  5. Step 5. Find the red items.
  6. Step 6. Export the items.
Which Outlook files can I load?

PST, OST and BAK. Both Unicode and ANSI PST files work. Select the BAK file that ScanPST created.

Can I recover permanently deleted emails?

Yes. The software restores soft deleted and hard deleted emails from the file. Tick the deleted only box to export just those items.

Which items does the software recover?

Six item types. Mail, contacts, calendars, tasks, journals and notes. Deleted folders and distribution lists return too.

Does the software scan my live mailbox?

No. The software scans a data file on your drive. Use Outlook Recover Deleted Items From Server for items still inside the server retention period.

How do I spot the deleted emails?

Red marks them. The preview panel shows deleted emails in red. Eight views help you check every item.

Can I recover from a password protected PST?

Yes for hard deleted items. The software recovers them without the PST password.

Can I remove email encryption?

Yes. The software removes SMIME and OpenPGP encryption from deleted emails. You need the certificates or private keys and their passwords.

Does the software change my original file?

No. The software saves the recovered items to the folder you select.

Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price

What does the free demo do?

It previews every recovered item. The demo saves 25 per folder. The full edition saves all items.

How much does the full edition cost?

$49 for one licence. The full edition carries a 30 day money back guarantee. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.

Where can I download the software?

Click Download Now on this page. Version 4.0 of the demo edition weighs 93.80 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 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008 also work. You need Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later and 100 MB free disk space. 2 GB RAM is recommended.

Do I need Outlook installed?

Only for one export option. Outlook must be installed when you use the Use Outlook option for the PST export. The scan and the preview do not need it.

Which Outlook versions work?

Outlook 2000 to 2021. Both 32 bit and 64 bit editions work.

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Key Takeaways on Outlook Deleted Items

Five facts to keep from this page.

  • File based. Load one Outlook file or search your drives.
  • Red marks. Deleted emails show in red in the preview.
  • Six item types. Mail, contacts, calendars, tasks, journals and notes return.
  • Six formats. Export to PST, MSG or EML. Save HTML, PDF or Office 365 too.
  • Demo and price. Free demo previews all items. Full edition costs $49 per licence and carries a money back guarantee.

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