Best Methods to Repair Corrupt PST File and Restore Outlook Data Safely

Facing issues while trying to repair corrupt PST file? PST damage can occur due to oversized files, crashes, power failures, or improper Outlook shutdown. In this thread, users can explore effective manual and automated ways to restore emails, contacts, and other mailbox data. For better accuracy and safe recovery, you may also use the Outlook PST Repair utility, which helps repair severely corrupted PST files without data loss. Share your experience, errors, and solutions to assist others dealing with PST corruption.
 

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For minor PST corruption, use Microsoft’s Inbox Repair Tool (ScanPST.exe). If you have a backup, restore it to recover data safely. For severe corruption or encrypted PST files, Stellar Repair for Outlook is the most reliable solution—it repairs damaged PST files, restores all mailbox items, preserves data integrity, and saves the repaired file for seamless use in Outlook. Regular backups and archiving also help prevent future data loss.