{"id":890,"date":"2021-09-17T11:00:18","date_gmt":"2021-09-17T11:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/?p=890"},"modified":"2025-03-11T05:40:01","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T05:40:01","slug":"extract-contacts-from-ost-file","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Extract Contacts from OST File? Top 03 Easy Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block_sum mb-3\"><em><strong>Summary:- <\/strong>When working with Outlook, users may encounter the need to<strong> extract contacts from an OST (Offline Storage Table) file<\/strong>. OST files store data from an Exchange server, allowing users to work offline and sync once reconnected. However, if you need to access your contacts separately or convert your OST file to a more accessible format, it&#8217;s crucial to use the right tools. 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/#Method_1_Extract_OST_File_Contacts_using_Aryson_Software\" >Method 1: Extract OST File Contacts using Aryson Software<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/#Steps_to_Extracting_Contacts_from_OST_File_Using_Aryson\" >Steps to Extracting Contacts from OST File Using Aryson:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/#Method_2_Extract_Contacts_of_OST_File_Using_Outlook_Manually\" >Method 2: Extract Contacts of OST File Using Outlook Manually<\/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\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/#Steps_to_Extract_Contacts_as_CSV_from_OST_File_using_Outlook\" >Steps to Extract Contacts as CSV from OST File using Outlook:<\/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\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/#Method_3_Using_OST_to_CSV_Converter_Tool_to_Extract_OST_Contacts\" >Method 3: Using OST to CSV Converter Tool to Extract OST Contacts<\/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\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/#Steps_to_Saving_Contacts_from_OST_File\" >Steps to Saving Contacts from OST File:<\/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\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-file\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/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\/how-to\/extract-contacts-from-ost-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_Export_Contacts_from_OST_File\"><\/span>Why Export Contacts from OST File?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Exporting contacts from an OST file is essential for several reasons:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Data Backup:<\/strong> Sometimes, the OST file may become corrupt or damaged, making it difficult to retrieve your important contacts. Exporting them ensures you have a backup.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Data Migration:<\/strong> When switching from one email client to another or moving from a local OST file to a different format like PST or CSV, exporting contacts is necessary for a smooth transition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Access to Contacts:<\/strong> Exporting your contacts from an OST file to a format like PST, CSV, or vCard allows you to use them in other applications or devices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>All the above-listed points show us the need to extract emails from OST files. Apart from this, Do you know the reason for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/ost-file-corruption-reason-and-solutions\/\">OST File Corruption<\/a>? If yes, then let\u2019s move towards the solutions for the same.<\/p>\n<p>Now, let\u2019s explore the three best methods to extract contacts from an OST file.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_1_Extract_OST_File_Contacts_using_Aryson_Software\"><\/span>Method 1: Extract OST File Contacts using Aryson Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most efficient and user-friendly tools to extract contacts from an OST file is <strong>Aryson OST to PST Converter<\/strong>. This solution is specifically designed to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/how-to-convert-ost-to-pst-with-easy-methods\/\">convert OST files to PST format<\/a>, making it easier to extract contacts along with emails, calendars, and other mailbox items.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Extracting_Contacts_from_OST_File_Using_Aryson\"><\/span>Steps to Extracting Contacts from OST File Using Aryson:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Install and launch <strong>Aryson OST to PST Converter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Click &#8220;<strong>Add File<\/strong>&#8221; to upload the OST file.<\/li>\n<li>Preview items and select the &#8220;Contacts&#8221; folder.<\/li>\n<li>Choose &#8220;<strong>Export to CSV<\/strong>&#8221; as the output format.<\/li>\n<li>Specify the destination path and click &#8220;<strong>Export<\/strong>&#8221; to save contacts in CSV format.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_2_Extract_Contacts_of_OST_File_Using_Outlook_Manually\"><\/span>Method 2: Extract Contacts of OST File Using Outlook Manually<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you prefer a manual method without using third-party tools, you can try extracting contacts from OST File as CSV format using Microsoft Outlook directly. This method may take more time but is still an option for users without access to specialized software.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Extract_Contacts_as_CSV_from_OST_File_using_Outlook\"><\/span>Steps to Extract Contacts as CSV from OST File using Outlook:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Open Outlook.<\/li>\n<li>Go to <strong>File<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Open &amp; Export<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Import\/Export<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>Export to a file<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose <strong>Comma Separated Values (CSV)<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select the <strong>Contacts<\/strong> folder in the<strong> OST<\/strong> file &gt; <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose destination for <strong>CSV<\/strong> file &gt; <strong>Finish<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Open the CSV file to verify contacts are saved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"user-query mb-3\"><strong>Note:- <\/strong>When your OST file becomes corrupted or inaccessible, you\u2019ll need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/ost-recovery.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Aryson OST Recovery <\/strong><\/a>software to restore it. This tool effectively repairs damaged OST files, allowing you to access your data again. Once the OST file is restored, you can easily extract contacts from it and save them in CSV file format. This makes it simple to use or transfer your contacts to other applications or devices.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_3_Using_OST_to_CSV_Converter_Tool_to_Extract_OST_Contacts\"><\/span>Method 3: Using OST to CSV Converter Tool to Extract OST Contacts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For those who prefer extracting contacts from an OST file to a simpler format like CSV, using an <strong>OST to CSV converter tool<\/strong> can be another good solution. This tool helps users extract contacts directly from the OST file without the need for Outlook installation or conversion to PST. There are several third-party tools available that specialize in converting OST files to CSV format.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Saving_Contacts_from_OST_File\"><\/span>Steps to Saving Contacts from OST File:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Install OST to CSV Converter tool.<\/li>\n<li>Open the tool and add the OST file.<\/li>\n<li>Select the contacts folder.<\/li>\n<li>Choose the &#8220;Export to CSV&#8221; option.<\/li>\n<li>Save the CSV file to the desired location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are multiple ways to extract contacts from an OST file, ranging from manual methods in Outlook to using third-party tools like <strong>Aryson OST to PST Converter <\/strong>or dedicated OST to CSV converters. Each method offers distinct advantages depending on your preferences, whether you\u2019re looking for a quick solution or a more comprehensive migration. If you&#8217;re looking for a streamlined, efficient way to extract and export contacts, using tools like <strong>Aryson Software<\/strong> is the best solution. It ensures data integrity, speed, and simplicity in extracting contacts from OST files.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You May Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/updates\/how-to-extract-contacts-from-outlook-pst-file\/\">Extract Contacts from Outlook PST File<\/a>\n<h4 class=\"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-1731572163925\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q. <strong>How do I restore my contacts from an OST file?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans<\/strong> &#8211; To restore contacts from an OST file, you can use the manual method explained in this blog. This approach uses Outlook\u2019s built-in feature to export contacts as a CSV file. However, if you want to bypass any limitations of the manual process, a professional third-party OST Recovery Tool offers a quicker, more efficient way to restore contacts directly from the OST file.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1731572229177\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q. Can I restore all contact details from an OST file?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans<\/strong> &#8211; Yes, you can restore all contact details from an OST file in Outlook. 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