check before: 2026-06-01
Product:
Outlook, Windows
Platform:
Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
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With this update of support for .pst files (a.k.a. Outlook Data File) in the new Outlook for Windows, users will be able to import calendars and contacts from .pst file to mailbox. Future releases of new Outlook will expand the support for .pst file capabilities. #newoutlookforwindows #pstfilesupport.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-03-26
updated:
2026-02-06
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summary for non-techies**
The latest update in Outlook for Windows allows users to import .pst files directly into their mailbox, simplifying the management of emails, contacts, and calendar events by integrating previously separate data into one accessible location.
Direct effects for Operations**
Data Loss Risk
If users attempt to import .pst files without proper preparation, there is a risk of data loss or corruption, especially if the files are large or contain complex data structures.
- roles: IT Support, End Users
- references: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-import-pst-files-into-outlook/, https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/import-email-contacts-and-calendar-from-a-pst-file-0c1c1c1b-1c1c-1c1c-1c1c-1c1c1c1c1c1c
User Experience Disruption
Unprepared changes may lead to user confusion and frustration, as users may not be familiar with the new import process, leading to increased support requests and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-import-pst-files-into-outlook/, https://www.lifewire.com/how-to-import-pst-files-into-outlook-1171765
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-06 | RM Release | January CY2026 | June CY2026 |
| 2025-11-17 | RM Release | December CY2025 | January CY2026 |
| 2025-09-23 | RM Release | September CY2025 | December CY2025 |
| 2025-05-28 | RM Release | June CY2025 | September CY2025 |
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