{"id":1204,"date":"2019-02-07T10:46:31","date_gmt":"2019-02-07T10:46:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/?p=1204"},"modified":"2025-06-18T10:42:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T10:42:06","slug":"how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Password from PST File &#8211; If Forgotten"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block_sum mb-3\"><em><strong>Summary:- <\/strong>Did you forget the password to your Outlook PST file and can&#8217;t access your emails, contacts, or calendar? It happens! Many people password-protect their PST files for security, but remembering every password can be tough.<br \/>This blog explains how you can remove a forgotten password from your PST file using manual methods and an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/pst-password-removal\/\"><strong>Advanced PST Password Removal Tool<\/strong><\/a>. 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ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/#Free_Way_to_Recover_Forgotten_PST_Password\" >Free Way to Recover Forgotten PST Password<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/#Another_Free_Way_to_Remove_PST_Passwords_Advanced\" >Another Free Way to Remove PST Passwords (Advanced)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/#Steps_to_Remove_PST_file_password\" >Steps to Remove PST file password:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/#Quick_Reliable_Way_to_Remove_Password_from_Outlook_PST_Files\" >Quick &amp; Reliable Way to Remove Password from Outlook PST Files<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/#Steps_to_Remove_or_Recover_Outlook_PST_Password\" >Steps to Remove or Recover Outlook PST Password:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-password-from-pst-file\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions:-<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_You_Set_a_Password_in_Your_PST_File\"><\/span>Why do You Set a Password in Your PST File?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>PST files store all your crucial Outlook data, like emails, contacts, and calendars. Setting a password on your PST file adds a vital layer of <strong>privacy and security<\/strong>. It prevents unauthorized access to your sensitive information, even if someone gains access to your computer. It&#8217;s an innovative and effective way to <strong>safeguard your personal and work Outlook data<\/strong> from being viewed or misused.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Remove_Password_from_PST_File\"><\/span>How to Remove Password from PST File?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this section, we will discuss two different methods to remove a password from a PST file with or without Outlook. The first method requires a manual process, but a professional tool does not require Outlook to be installed.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Way_to_Recover_Forgotten_PST_Password\"><\/span>Free Way to Recover Forgotten PST Password<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This method is helpful if you want to <strong>update an existing PST file password<\/strong> rather than recover a forgotten one. It requires you to know your current password. Follow these steps to change it:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Primarily, launch the <strong>Outlook<\/strong> application on your system.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/accountinfo-1.png\" alt=\"launch the Outlook application\" width=\"500\" height=\"287\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Next, locate the <strong>PST file<\/strong> and right-click on it to bring up the options.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>Data File<\/strong> Properties, then go to the <strong>Advanced <\/strong>tab to continue.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/accountsetting.png\" alt=\"Select Data File Properties\" width=\"553\" height=\"431\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Further, press the <strong>Change Password<\/strong> button and enter your<strong> old password<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/image.png\" alt=\"press the Change Password\" width=\"362\" height=\"358\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Lastly, enter the <strong>new password<\/strong>, <strong>verify it<\/strong>, and click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/changepassword.png\" alt=\"enter the new password, verify it\" width=\"338\" height=\"150\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Another_Free_Way_to_Remove_PST_Passwords_Advanced\"><\/span>Another Free Way to Remove PST Passwords (Advanced)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Hey, does Microsoft have tools, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/find-scanpst-exe-location-in-outlook\/\"><strong>Scanpst.exe<\/strong><\/a> and <strong>pst19upg.exe<\/strong>, that can help you get rid of a PST password? Now, this isn&#8217;t a super easy, one-click solution. It&#8217;s more involved, requiring some <strong>technical know-how<\/strong> and a specific sequence of commands. So, if you&#8217;re comfortable with more advanced tech stuff, this could be an option for you.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Remove_PST_file_password\"><\/span>Steps to Remove PST file password:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Close the <strong>Outlook <\/strong>application on your system.<\/li>\n<li>Then, make a <strong>copy<\/strong> of your PST file.<\/li>\n<li>Now, go to the <strong>C:\\Program Files<\/strong> and enter <strong>SCANPST<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>After that, upload a copy of the PST file in Scanpst. Click <strong>Start<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Further, select the <strong>Repair<\/strong> button, then press <strong>Win + R<\/strong> and Enter cmd.<\/li>\n<li>Afterward, type this command and click Enter: <strong>C:\\Users\\madro\\Desktop\\pst19\\pst19upg.exe -x outlookcopy.pst<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Again, type this command below and Enter: <strong>C:\\Users\\madro\\Desktop\\pst19\\pst19upg.exe -i outlookcopy.pst.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>That&#8217;s how you can remove passwords from Outlook PST. But this method is not a good solution as it increases the chance of losing your valuable emails. In addition, this method has several limitations, like being limited to older versions of Outlook and more.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Reliable_Way_to_Remove_Password_from_Outlook_PST_Files\"><\/span>Quick &amp; Reliable Way to Remove Password from Outlook PST Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you want a quick and hassle-free solution, you can use the professional <strong>PST Password Removal Tool<\/strong>. This tool helps to remove or change a password from an encrypted PST file without minimal disruption. It can handle all types of password-protected PST files, like ANSI and UNICODE files. Furthermore, it has a user-friendly interface, which makes the process simpler &amp; secure.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Remove_or_Recover_Outlook_PST_Password\"><\/span>Steps to Remove or Recover Outlook PST Password:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Start by downloading the <strong>PST Password Remover Tool<\/strong> on your system.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4926\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1.jpg\" alt=\"Run PST Password Remover Tool\" width=\"737\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1.jpg 737w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Now, click on the<strong> Select Files<\/strong> option and add the <strong>password-protected PST<\/strong>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4927\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/2.jpg\" alt=\"click on the Select Files option\" width=\"737\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/2.jpg 737w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/2-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Then, check the <strong>added PST file<\/strong> with the symbol of a lock.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4928\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/3.jpg\" alt=\"check the added PST file\" width=\"737\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/3.jpg 737w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/3-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>After that, choose either <strong>Set Password<\/strong> or <strong>Remove Password<\/strong>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4929\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/4.jpg\" alt=\"choose either Set Password or Remove Password\" width=\"737\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/4.jpg 737w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/4-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>If you choose <strong>Remove Password<\/strong>, your PST files are unlocked.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4930\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/5.jpg\" alt=\"choose Remove Password\" width=\"737\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/5.jpg 737w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/5-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Further, select the<strong> Set Password<\/strong> and enter the password to create a lock.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4931\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/6.jpg\" alt=\"select the Set Password and enter the password\" width=\"737\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/6.jpg 737w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/6-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span>Final Words<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Generally, many users set a password to protect their PST files. But after some time, they lost their passwords. Due to this, they cant be able to open their PST files. So, in this blog post, we&#8217;ve shared two different ways to remove passwords from PST files. The manual method is used to change or create a new PST file. But, there might be a risk of losing file confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility. That&#8217;s why we also recommend a professional tool to remove or change the password of your PST file.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"faq-main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions:-<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1750241686388\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q1. Can I recover a forgotten PST password?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans-<\/strong> Yes, it is often possible, but it&#8217;s not a straightforward process like a typical password reset. There&#8217;s no built-in &#8220;forgot password&#8221; option in Outlook for PST files. You need to use the specialized <strong>Aryson PST Password Remover Tool<\/strong>. However, you must enter the password first to access the file in the tool.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1750241811854\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q2. Is there a manual way to remove the PST password in Outlook?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes, but only if you know the existing password. In Outlook, open the <strong>Data File Properties<\/strong>, then use the <strong>Advanced settings<\/strong> to update or delete the existing password. 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