How to Import, Export, Migrate & Move OST to Zimbra?
Thinking of converting OST to Zimbra but unable to find the right method? No worries, here you will get all the answers of your query.
As new technologies are introducing by organization day by day and due to this most users need to face new challenges. As the main aim is to move all emails from one platform to another. However, there are numerous email services are offered on the web, one such preferred application is MS Outlook which uses Exchange Server to working offline that uses OST file for receiving or sending each email for business purpose. Also, such OST files can be retrieved from any location when try to connect with server. On the other hand, Zimbra is desktop supported email client which delivers many quick services to users such as managing the content of the mailbox, emailing, calendar, messaging and more. In the further section, we will discuss efficient and reliable way to migrate OST mails to Zimbra email client in detail.
Information about OST & Zimbra File
OST Files
OST files are generated by MS Outlook when there is no direct internet connectivity between Exchange Server and Outlook. When user works without internet connection in offline mode, at that time the originated file is represented as OST file. If a user is carrying multiple OST files and they want to export the same to different email application then in such situation they want a best and secure migration tool that enables to instantly move multiple OST files to new email platform.
Zimbra Desktop
Zimbra is a popular open source emailing platform that offers both online and offline access to many accounts in a single environment. It can handle mailbox data items easily like emails, contacts, calendars, briefcase etc.
Reasons to Migrate, Export Mailbox from OST to Zimbra
There may occur unexpected situations that force to switch from Outlook Exchange OST file to Zimbra as better option. The main reasons for data migration includes:
Synchronization Issue
Offline Storage data files can be used by a user when there is no direct internet connection. These modifications type cannot be synchronized to server in offline. So, it is better to convert OST to Zimbra so that when changes are made they can be easily synchronized and highlighted with Exchange Server.
OST File Corruption
The OST file is susceptible to corruption, prone to virus attacks, unintentional termination and other software related errors. So, users cannot easily depend on OST files for data store. It is recommended to import OST file to Zimbra.
How to Import OST File to Zimbra?
With the help of OST Converter, one can batch import OST files to Zimbra with emails, attachments, contacts and calendar. The application is equipped with easy working steps so that both technical and non-technical users can use the tool and migrate OST to Zimbra without having technical skills. It is a direct migration method that allows to load the file directly and move all of them to Zimbra email application with exact email attributes, formatting properties and folder structure. Follow the steps to convert OST files to Zimbra with attachments and other items:
Step 1. Download and run OST to Zimbra Tool on the system. And tap Add File or Add Folder button to load OST mailbox folder for conversion to Zimbra.
Step 2. Once all the items loaded successfully on the software, select the required folder to display all list of email files on the software pane. Click on the desired file and see its data on Preview window before conversion.
Step 3. Press Export button and select Zimbra as a saving option to save OST file.
Step 4. Click Browse button, select destination and hit Convert to start conversion process.
By implementing the steps, you can successfully migrate OST mailbox to Office 365 Exchange Online account without facing a single data loss.
Features of OST to Zimbra Tool
- Easy and strong graphical user interface.
- Dual Conversion modes to load OST files/folder as per need.
- Installation of MS Outlook is not needed to export OST file to Zimbra.
- Supports Outlook 2019 and all earlier editions.
- Convert OST emails, contacts and calendar to Zimbra with attachments.
- Preview functionality for better migration of OST files.
- Easily downloaded on all versions of Windows OS including Win 10.
- Batch import OST file to Zimbra in seconds at one time.
- Offers multiple file naming options to save resultant file.
- Advance date filter option for selective conversion.
- Maintains email attributes, formatting properties and folder structure.
The DEMO EDITION of the software is available which allows to export first 20 OST files to Zimbra free of cost. Using the free edition, one can check the entire software working and features before buying the license key.
