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You can import a PST file into Yahoo Mail, but not directly. Yahoo Mail doesn't natively support importing PST files. However, there's a manual workaround you can use with the help of Microsoft Outlook. Here's how you can do it:
Manual Method to Import PST into Yahoo Mail
To do this manually, you need to configure your Yahoo Mail in Outlook using IMAP, then open your PST file in Outlook and move emails manually from the PST file to your Yahoo mailbox folders.Steps:
- Add Yahoo Mail to Outlook:
- Open Outlook and go to File > Add Account.
- Enter your Yahoo email address and app password (if 2FA is enabled).
- Choose IMAP as the account type.
- Use the following settings:
- Incoming server (IMAP): imap.mail.yahoo.com | Port: 993 | Encryption: SSL
- Outgoing server (SMTP): smtp.mail.yahoo.com | Port: 465 or 587 | Encryption: SSL/TLS
- Open Your PST File:
- Go to File > Open & Export > Open Outlook Data File.
- Browse and open your .pst file.
- Move Emails:
- After the PST loads, select the emails or folders you want to import.
- Drag and drop them into the folders of your Yahoo account configured in Outlook.
This method can be time-consuming and is not ideal for large PST files or multiple accounts.
Alternative Method: Using DRS Softech PST Converter Tool
If you're looking for a quicker and more reliable method, the DRS Softech PST Converter Tool can help. This professional tool allows you to convert your PST files to formats compatible with Yahoo Mail (like MBOX, EML, or directly to IMAP-based accounts).How to Use DRS PST Converter Tool:
- Download & Install the DRS Softech PST Converter Tool from the official site.
- Launch the software and click on "Add PST File" to load your Outlook PST.
- Preview Emails in the panel before conversion.
- Choose IMAP as the export option.
- Enter Yahoo Mail credentials (email & app password).
- Click on Convert to start importing emails directly from PST to your Yahoo Mail.
This method preserves folder structure, attachments, and metadata — and it works even without Outlook installed.