Import Microsoft Outlook PST files into your MXGuardian mailbox.
Download the appropriate version for your platform from the Releases page:
| Platform | File |
|---|---|
| macOS (Apple Silicon) | pst-import-macos-arm64 |
| Windows | pst-import.exe |
| Linux | pst-import-linux-amd64 |
pst-import --pst <file> --user <username> --pass <password> [options]| Argument | Description |
|---|---|
--pst |
Path to the PST file |
--user |
Your MXGuardian email address |
--pass |
Your MXGuardian password |
| Argument | Description |
|---|---|
--skip-deleted |
Skip importing Deleted Items folder |
--skip-sent |
Skip importing Sent Items folder |
--fresh |
Start over, ignoring any saved progress |
Import all folders:
pst-import --pst archive.pst --user you@example.com --pass yourpasswordSkip deleted and sent items:
pst-import --pst archive.pst --user you@example.com --pass yourpassword --skip-deleted --skip-sentIf the import is interrupted, simply run the same command again. The tool automatically tracks progress and resumes where it left off.
To start over from the beginning, add the --fresh flag.
- macOS: Includes both GUI and command-line interface. Double-click to launch GUI, or run from terminal for CLI.
- Windows/Linux: Command-line only.
- Verify your MXGuardian username and password
- Check your internet connection
- Ensure mail.mxguardian.net is accessible on port 993
- The tool will retry failed messages on the next run
- Check that the PST file is not corrupted
- Large PST files (>10GB) may take several hours
For issues or questions, contact MXGuardian Support.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Always maintain backups of your PST files before importing. MXGuardian is not responsible for any data loss or corruption that may occur during the import process.
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