{"id":1027,"date":"2023-01-06T09:15:57","date_gmt":"2023-01-06T09:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/?p=1027"},"modified":"2023-01-06T09:39:13","modified_gmt":"2023-01-06T09:39:13","slug":"import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Methods to Import PST files to Mozilla Thunderbird"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p><strong>Summary:<\/strong> <em>This article will summarize the methods to import Outlook PST file to Mozilla Thunderbird. We will also elaborate on the reasons that led users to import PST emails to Mozilla Thunderbird.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>We clearly know that Outlook is one of the perfect applications for both home as well as business users. Users prefer it using due to its rich features and functions but it comes with a price. This may be the main reason for users to migrate from Outlook to a trusted &amp; cost-effective application where Thunderbird fits.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-download-now\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/dl\/sign\/gainpsttrial.exe\"><span class='mb-text'>Download Now<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>It is a freely available and open-source email application available for Windows, Mac, Linux &amp; Ubuntu OS users. This email client is provided by Mozilla foundation and allows users to manage emails, newsgroups, and other mailbox features. This email client supports \u2018mbox\u2019 format to save the data, which is also supported by other email clients like Apple Mail, Entourage, Eudora, etc.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#Why_do_users_migrate_from_Outlook_PST_to_Thunderbird\" >Why do users migrate from Outlook PST to Thunderbird?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#Manual_Techniques_to_Move_PST_file_in_Mozilla_Thunderbird\" >Manual Techniques to Move PST file in Mozilla Thunderbird<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#By_importing_Outlook_PST_file_data_in_Thunderbird\" >By importing Outlook PST file data in Thunderbird<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#By_using_Thunderbird_application\" >By using Thunderbird application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#By_using_Google_Takeout_for_transferring_Outlook_data_file_to_Thunderbird\" >By using Google Takeout for transferring Outlook data file to Thunderbird<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#By_configuring_Gmail_in_Outlook_Account\" >By configuring Gmail in Outlook Account<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#Drawbacks_associated_with_Manual_Techniques\" >Drawbacks associated with Manual Techniques<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#Import_PST_file_directly_into_Thunderbird_using_Automated_Tool\" >Import PST file directly into Thunderbird using Automated Tool<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#Consider_these_Steps_with_the_software\" >Consider these Steps with the software:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/import-pst-files-to-mozilla-thunderbird\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_users_migrate_from_Outlook_PST_to_Thunderbird\"><\/span>Why do users migrate from Outlook PST to Thunderbird?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As we mentioned above about Thunderbird that it is a freely available &amp; open-source email client so a lot of factors are there that force users to migrate from Outlook to this reliable email client.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Multiple platform support:<\/strong> Thunderbird provides support to all platforms like Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix, and Ubuntu. Therefore, a lot of users prefer using this email client.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Various plugins:<\/strong> Users can take advantage of various plugins for various purposes available with Thunderbird.<br \/>\nSecure email messages: Thunderbird provides user privacy and it automatically blocks remote images from emails. Thus, it protects users from email scams and prevents the leakage of users\u2019 personal information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> As per price, users don\u2019t need to pay anything for Mozilla Thunderbird email client which is one main reason for users to opt for this application.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Easy archiving:<\/strong> Thunderbird provides quick and easy archiving with a click on \u2018A\u2019 button.<br \/>\nCustomizable: Users can get high scope for customization in Thunderbird email client. Using Thunderbird, users can modify interface skins like Firefox browsers with images.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manual_Techniques_to_Move_PST_file_in_Mozilla_Thunderbird\"><\/span>Manual Techniques to Move PST file in Mozilla Thunderbird<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As it seems it is not that easy to export Outlook emails to Thunderbird email client. You won\u2019t get any direct way for importing Outlook PST files in Thunderbird. So, to complete this migration, conversion of PST file to MBOX format is must.<br \/>\nThis conversion can be achieved by using various manual methods and automated solutions. Here, we provide you with both ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/blog\/how-do-i-create-mbox-file-from-outlook\/\">move emails from Outlook to mbox<\/a> Thunderbird.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Import Outlook data items in Thunderbird<\/li>\n<li>By using Thunderbird program<\/li>\n<li>By using Google Takeout<\/li>\n<li>By configuring Gmail account in Outlook<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"By_importing_Outlook_PST_file_data_in_Thunderbird\"><\/span>By importing Outlook PST file data in Thunderbird<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In case you are using Outlook and Thunderbird on a single machine, you can simply import Outlook email items in Thunderbird by considering the below-mentioned steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Make the Outlook program your default application to send\/receive emails. Hit the Start button, click on Default programs \u2013 Set your default program.<\/li>\n<li>Pick Outlook from the programs tab and set this as the default one. Now, press OK to apply the changes.<\/li>\n<li>Now, open Thunderbird and hit on Display Thunderbird menu option.<\/li>\n<li>Go to Tools and then on Import<\/li>\n<li>Pick Mail, or you can choose Import everything option. Then, press the Next button.<\/li>\n<li>Pick Outlook in file type and hit Next button.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, press the Finish button to complete the process.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Also Read this post to know<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/convert-mbox-to-pst-freely\/\">Free methods to Convert Thunderbird mbox files into Outlook<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"By_using_Thunderbird_application\"><\/span>By using Thunderbird application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you have only PST file and no Outlook then you can use Thunderbird application to import PST file.<br \/>\n1. Initially, download Thunderbird application from this URL:<br \/>\n<strong>https:\/\/www.thunderbird.net\/en-US\/<\/strong><br \/>\n2. Tap to Options and select Tools. Now, pick Import.<br \/>\n3. You can select emails or import everything option. Then, press Next button.<br \/>\n4. Now, choose Outlook as the file type to import. To move ahead, press Next button.<br \/>\n5. This will import emails successfully from Outlook file to Thunderbird application.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"By_using_Google_Takeout_for_transferring_Outlook_data_file_to_Thunderbird\"><\/span>By using Google Takeout for transferring Outlook data file to Thunderbird<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This method needs configuring Gmail account in Outlook email client so that you can first <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/blog\/import-pst-to-gmail-account\/\">export emails from Outlook to Gmail<\/a> and then perform PST to Mozilla Thunderbird migration using Google Takeout.<\/p>\n<p>1. Open your Gmail account. Go to <strong>Settings<\/strong> \u2013 <strong>Forwarding<\/strong> and <strong>POP\/IMAP<\/strong>. Then, choose the radio button for \u2018<strong>Enable IMAP<\/strong>\u2019<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1030 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.1.png\" alt=\"pst-to-thunderbird-1.1\" width=\"971\" height=\"774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.1.png 971w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.1-300x239.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.1-768x612.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 971px) 100vw, 971px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>2. Start <strong>MS Outlook<\/strong> and go to <strong>File<\/strong> and then on <strong>Add account<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1031 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.2.png\" alt=\"pst-to-thunderbird-1.2\" width=\"599\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.2.png 599w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.2-300x275.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>3. Enter Gmail account login credentials and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<br \/>\nIn this way, Outlook is configured with Gmail.<br \/>\n4. Make a new folder in this Gmail id and move Outlook emails to this new folder.<br \/>\n5. Now, open Gmail account using Chrome or any browser and then open Google Takeout (<strong>https:\/\/takeout.google.com\/settings\/takeout<\/strong>)<br \/>\n6. From the tab select data to <strong>include<\/strong>, deselect all options and mark Mail option only. Also, ensure to Include all messages in <strong>Mail<\/strong> option under <strong>All Mail<\/strong> data included. Press <strong>Next<\/strong> to do the changes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1032 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.3.png\" alt=\"pst-to-thunderbird-1.3\" width=\"744\" height=\"582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.3.png 744w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.3-300x235.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>7. In Customize archive format tab, choose Delivery method, Export type, and File size &amp; type. Then, press the Create archive button.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1033 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.4.png\" alt=\"pst-to-thunderbird-1.4\" width=\"662\" height=\"651\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.4.png 662w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.4-300x295.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>8. Once the archiving is done by Google, download the .zip file holding all Outlook data in MBOX format. Hit Download button to download ZIP file on your local system.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1034 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.5.png\" alt=\"pst-to-thunderbird-1.5\" width=\"682\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.5.png 682w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-thunderbird-1.5-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Now, extract the downloaded ZIP file at desired location. You will see MBOX files containing all emails.<br \/>\n\u2022 Finally, import the downloaded MBOX file using Thunderbird email client.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> By the installation of ExportImportTool Add-on, you can import files in Thunderbird email client.<br \/>\nIf you are facing issues in using these lengthy solutions, you can try automated third-party tools and easily import Outlook PST file items into Thunderbird.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"By_configuring_Gmail_in_Outlook_Account\"><\/span>By configuring Gmail in Outlook Account<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Thunderbird permits to import PST files to the configured email accounts. Thus, if you have already set up Gmail account with Outlook profile, then consider these steps:<br \/>\n1. Launch Gmail account configured MS Outlook<br \/>\n2. Drop Outlook emails into the Gmail folder by drag &amp; drop action.<br \/>\n3. If you want to see all emails of Outlook in Gmail folder then create a new folder in Gmail and drag all emails of Outlook into it.<br \/>\n4. After moving Outlook emails to your Gmail account, link the same account with Thunderbird application.<br \/>\n5. Once you connect Gmail account to Thunderbird, view all emails of Gmail in Thunderbird.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drawbacks_associated_with_Manual_Techniques\"><\/span>Drawbacks associated with Manual Techniques<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 It is must to enable IMAP on IMAP accounts so that Outlook can export PST file.<br \/>\n\u2022 Multiple files can\u2019t be imported at once with the manual solution.<br \/>\n\u2022 Any interruption in the import process can corrupt the source and destination file.<br \/>\n\u2022 Proper technical expertise is necessary for this import.<\/p>\n<p>To come out of all these limitations of manual techniques, the best way is to use third-party software.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Import_PST_file_directly_into_Thunderbird_using_Automated_Tool\"><\/span>Import PST file directly into Thunderbird using Automated Tool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>By using GainTools <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/pst\/mbox\/\">Outlook PST to MBOX Converter<\/a> Tool, one can import PST file data into Thunderbird within a few easy clicks. Using this software, users are allowed to import multiple PST files into Mozilla Thunderbird in one attempt.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"maxbutton-2 maxbutton maxbutton-buy-now\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/pst\/order\/\"><span class='mb-text'>Buy Now<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_these_Steps_with_the_software\"><\/span>Consider these Steps with the software:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Start the program for PST to Mozilla Thunderbird Import on your windows system.<\/li>\n<li>Now, add PST file or PST folder and browse the required PST files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1039 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/open-pst.png\" alt=\"open-pst\" width=\"600\" height=\"318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/open-pst.png 600w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/open-pst-300x159.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Scan the entire PST files and show live preview<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1040 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-mbox-converter.png\" alt=\"pst-to-mbox-converter\" width=\"600\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-mbox-converter.png 600w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pst-to-mbox-converter-300x160.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Now, under the available export options, choose MBOX file format for Thunderbird.<\/li>\n<li>In this step, set the required path for saving MBOX files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1041 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/choose-your-desired-location-for-pst-to-mbox-file.png\" alt=\"choose-your-desired-location-for-pst-to-mbox-file\" width=\"700\" height=\"372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/choose-your-desired-location-for-pst-to-mbox-file.png 700w, https:\/\/www.gaintools.com\/how\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/choose-your-desired-location-for-pst-to-mbox-file-300x159.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>At last, tap on the \u2018<strong>Convert Now<\/strong>\u2019 button to commence the conversion process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>This post has discussed various techniques for importing Outlook PST file emails to Thunderbird. As per your requirement, you can pick out the desired solution. However, for fast, simple &amp; accurate results, you should opt for the discussed third-party tool. You can install it for free and analyze prior investing in it.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><strong>Frequent Questions Asked by Users<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Q \u2013<\/strong> How to import PST emails in Thunderbird using Google Takeout?<\/em><br \/>\n<em><strong>A \u2013<\/strong> By configuring Gmail account in Outlook application, you can move PST file data in Gmail account by using Import\/Export feature or drag-drop action. Then, use Google Takeout to move Gmail content that can be exported to MBOX file format (in .zip file) that can be downloaded &amp; extracted to use in Mozilla Thunderbird application.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> This process is time-taking and lengthy however it is workable.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Q \u2013<\/strong> What are the causes of migration from Outlook to Thunderbird?<\/em><br \/>\n<em><strong>A \u2013<\/strong> Because of the rich-features of Thunderbird such as high security, spam filtering, single-click archiving, useful plugins, wide support to multiple OS, etc. Outlook users think of migrating to Thunderbird. Also, this application is free too.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Q \u2013<\/strong> Can I select multiple PST files at once to import into Thunderbird by using third-party software?<\/em><br \/>\n<em><strong>A \u2013<\/strong> Yes, of course. The software allows users to easily add multiple PST files at once to convert into Thunderbird file format.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Q \u2013<\/strong> Can I try out the software before its purchase?<\/em><br \/>\n<em><strong>A \u2013<\/strong> Yes, of course. We provide you a free trial version to test the software by converting the first 25 items per folder.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Q \u2013<\/strong> Will this software demand Outlook application to convert PST file items in Thunderbird?<\/em><br \/>\n<em><strong>A \u2013<\/strong> No, the software does not need the involvement of Outlook email client for converting PST email data to Thunderbird file format.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summary: This article will summarize the methods to import Outlook PST file to Mozilla Thunderbird. We will also elaborate on the reasons that led users to import PST emails to Mozilla Thunderbird. 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