Free PST Converter
Convert to Any Format
Convert Outlook PST files to EML, MSG, MBOX, PST, PDF, HTML, MHT, TEXT, CSV, JSON, VCF, and ICS. Supports ANSI & Unicode PST, password-protected and corrupted files. Recover deleted emails.
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What Is PST to TEXT Conversion?
PST (Personal Storage Table) is Microsoft Outlook's proprietary format for storing emails, contacts, and calendar data. Converting PST to plain text creates a simple, universally readable file that contains all your email content in a human-readable format.
Plain text output strips HTML formatting and produces clean, searchable content. Each email includes the full headers (From, To, Subject, Date) and body text, separated by divider lines for easy navigation.
This is ideal for archiving emails in the most portable format possible. Text files open on any device, any operating system, with any text editor — from Notepad to Vim to VS Code.
The converter processes entirely on your device. Drop your PST file, preview extracted emails, apply date or keyword filters, and download a clean text file. No Outlook installation needed, no file upload, no size limit.
Features
PST to TEXT conversion capabilities
Simple plain text output
Each email is formatted as readable plain text with From, To, Subject, Date headers and full body content.
Grep-searchable
Plain text files are easily searchable with grep, Ctrl+F, or any text editor — ideal for quick email lookups.
Universal format
Plain text opens on any device, any OS, any editor. No special software needed to read the output.
No upload — 100% private
Your PST file is processed entirely on your device. Nothing leaves your device.
Bulk PST support
Drop multiple PST files at once for batch conversion. All extracted items are combined into one text file.
How to Convert PST to TEXT
Four simple steps
Open the converter
Navigate to the PST to TEXT converter page.
Upload PST files
Drag & drop one or more .pst files into the upload area.
Select TEXT format
TEXT is pre-selected. Preview extracted items, apply filters if needed.
Convert & download
Click Convert & Download to get a plain text file with all email content.
Frequently Asked Questions
PST to TEXT conversion
Q1. What does the text output look like?
Q2. Does it strip HTML formatting?
Q3. Can I search the output?
Q4. Is there a file size limit?
Q5. Do I need Outlook installed?
Q6. Does it include deleted emails?
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