How to Change PST File Password in Outlook: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Change PST File Password in Outlook: Step-by-Step Guide

While using Microsoft Outlook, there are times when we may need to change the password of our email data file, i.e., PST (Personal Storage Table) file. This is especially important when:

• You have shared the password with someone and now need to increase the security.
• The old password is weak or can be easily guessed.
• You regularly update the password for data security.

In this blog, we will tell you both the manual method and third-party tools so that you can change the PST password easily.

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Things to note before changing the PST file password

You must have the old password.

Outlook must be installed (to open PST).

Keep the password strong (at least 8 characters, including upper case, lower case, numbers, and special symbols).

Manual Method: How to Change PST File Password in Outlook

This method can be done only from within Outlook without any software.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open Outlook

Launch Microsoft Outlook on your system.

Step 2: Go to Account Settings

Click on the File tab.

Then choose Account Settings → Account Settings.

Step 3: Select the Data Files tab

In the Data Files tab, select the PST file whose password you want to change.

Click on the Settings button.

Step 4: Click on the Change Password option

A new window will open with a Change Password button.

Click on it.

Step 5: Enter the new password

Enter the current password in the Old Password.

Enter the new password in New Password and Verify Password.

Click on OK.

Step 6: Save changes

After pressing OK, your PST password will be updated.

Changing or resetting the PST password with third-party tools

If you don’t remember the old password, or the manual method is not working, you can use third-party tools. These tools allow you to set a new one by removing the old password.

This is where DataVare Outlook PST Password Recovery Expert Tool comes in handy. It is an easy, fast, and user-friendly software that can instantly recover or remove the password of your PST file, no matter how complex the password is.

Key Features of DataVare PST Password Recovery Expert

Instantly recover passwords

Recovers the old password in just a few seconds.

Password Removal Facility

Along with recovery, you can completely remove the password so that the file can be opened without entering the password.

No data loss

There is no loss of email, contact, or calendar data during the recovery process.

All Outlook versions are supported

Works on Outlook 2000 to 2021 and Office 365 PST files.

Simple interface

Even non-technical users can use it easily.

How to use DataVare Outlook PST Password Recovery Expert Tool?

Step 1: Install the software

Download and install the tool from DataVare's official website.

Step 2: Load the PST file

Open the tool and select your password-protected PST file by clicking the "Browse" button.

Step 3: Recover password

Click "Recover Password", and the software will immediately show your password.

Step 4: Save or remove the password

You can note down the password or directly unlock the file using the "Remove Password" option.

Advantages of DataVare PST Password Recovery Expert

1. Fast and secure process.
2. Works even without an internet connection (offline tool).
3. Lifetime usage once purchased.
4. 100% data safety.

Tips for PST password management

• Keep passwords saved in a notebook or password manager.
• Change passwords every 3-6 months.
• Do not use the same password in multiple places.

Conclusion

Changing the password of a PST file is quite easy in Outlook if you know the old password. The manual method is completely free and safe, but if you have forgotten the password, you will need the help of a PST Password Recovery Tool. By choosing the right tool, you can keep your email data safe.