Supported PST Data For Migration

See the complete list of PST data items that you can migrate to Office 365.

Emails
  • Email header: Include elements like From, To, Cc, Bcc, Subject, flags, etc.
  • Attachments: DOC, PDF, & other files, inline images, signatures, business cards, and OLE objects.
  • Body: Plain text with HTML and Rich Text format.
Folders
  • Inbox
  • Sent Items
  • Deleted Items
  • Junk Email
  • Calendars
  • Contacts
  • Drafts
Contacts
  • Full name or display name
  • Email address
  • Contact number
  • Physical address
  • Organization
Calendar
  • Attachments: Files, docs, business cards, Zoom or Teams conference links.
  • Reminders: Pop-up, alerts, emails, or other reminders.
  • Appointments: Events, slots, or meetings with the subject, location, date, and time.
Journals
  • Sent/received messages
  • Appointments and task completions
  • Office files, such as Word, Excel

Common PST Import Challenges and Their Solutions

Here are some PST migration challenges and how you can overcome them with Kernel Import PST to Office 365.

Common Challenges

  • Import failure with large PST files.
  • Daily ingestion limits 24 GB per day.
  • Only the admin can import PST to Office 365.
  • Drive Shipping method takes several days.
  • Complex setup and CSV mapping errors.
  • Difficult to manage multiple PST imports.

How Kernel Solves It

  • Successfully imports large PST files.
  • No ingestion rate limits (depends on tenant throttling & network speed).
  • Any user can import PST files with admin credentials.
  • Direct import PST from local, network, and external drives quickly.
  • Easily upload PST to Office 365 without any PowerShell commands.
  • Bulk PST migration with concurrent processing.

Top Features of Kernel Import PST to Office 365 Tool

Explore features of our software that help you successfully import PST files to Microsoft 365.

Import Outlook Data Files to Office 365

Import Outlook Data Files to Office 365

The PST to Office 365 Migration tool allows you to import Outlook data files (PST / OST) to Office 365. Transfer entire emails, contacts, calendars, attachments, and other data items from the files with original folder structure and metadata.

Import PST files to Office 365 mailboxes

Import PST Files to Office 365 Mailboxes

Securely upload PST files to Office 365 mailboxes, including Archive mailboxes, Primary mailboxes, and Shared mailboxes. Transfer your PST file data to any desired mailbox without any restrictions.

Import Email along with Attachments

Import Email Along with Attachments

Import all email attachments in original raw format to the Microsoft 365 with proper file structure. Get all your attachments, including images, docs, PDFs, Excel sheets, and other digital documents in Office 365.

Import PST to Office 365 without PowerShell Commands

Import PST Files without PowerShell Commands

Simplify your PST to Office 365 Migration without requiring PowerShell commands or scripts. The PST importer tool provides a simple way to complete the process through an easy-to-use interface, removing the need to create or run manual scripts.

Migrate contacts and calendars to Office 365

Migrate contacts and calendars to Office 365

Import only Contacts and Calendar items from PST files to Office 365 with Item Type filter option. Keep all your important contact details, meetings, appointments, and schedules available in your destination account.

Groups and public folder

Import PST to Office 365 Groups and Public Folder

The PST importer software allows you to directly import PST files to Office 365 Groups and Public Folders. Easily move emails, attachments, contacts, calendars, folders, and other PST data to Groups and Public folders.

Incremental Migration

Incremental Migration

Upload PST Files into Office 365 with the delta migration feature to migrate only newly added or updated data. Avoid duplication in the Office 365 mailboxes by eliminating old data copies uploaded in the regular import tasks.

Import PST without installing Outlook

Import PST without installing Outlook

No need to install the Outlook application on the system to import PST file to Office 365. Download this tool on any Windows system and execute the process without requiring any email client or third-party application.

Import selective data from PST to O365

Import selective data from PST to O365

Customize your import PST to Office 365 process and upload only the required data using filters, like a folder selection window, a date filter, and exclude deleted and empty folders.

Schedule Migration Tasks

Schedule Migration Tasks

Automate the PST data migration process using Schedule feature as per their needs. The software allows users to run the import PST to Office 365 task on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, along with their preferred start and end time.

Real time Monitoring

Real-time Monitoring

Monitor every PST import process in real time with two detailed reports: Progress Status and Current Migration Summary. Track the import process and stay informed about the folders and PST files imported.

Control Running PST Import Tasks

Control Running PST Import Tasks

Get full control over your PST to Office 365 mailbox migration process by pausing and resuming it at any time. Even the tool offers options to Add, Remove, Restart, Refresh, and Stop Job.

How to Import PST Files to Office 365?

Here is the complete step-by-step process along with video tutorial for PST to Office 365 Migration:

  • Step 1: Download and run Kernel Import PST to Office 365.
  • Step 2: Click on +Add and choose the source PST file.
  • Step 3: Similarly, add the desired destination Office 365 tenant.
  • Step 4: Choose mailbox and map the Source to the Destination.
  • Step 5: Apply desired filters and start PST to Office 365 migration.
Kernel Import PST to Office 365 Video

Why Customers Trust Our Software

From small businesses to large enterprises, all trust our software to import their PST files to Office 365.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find out some common questions and their answers that users have asked about our import PST to Office 365 software.

Can I import Contacts and Calendar from my PST file to Office 365 account?

Yes, you can easily import your Contacts and Calendars from PST files to Office 365.

Does the software support PST files from Outlook 2007 version?

Yes, our software supports PST files from Outlook 2007, including Outlook 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, and earlier.

What are the available license plans for the software?

Kernel Import PST to Office 365 provides these three licenses. You can select the one according to your requirements.

  • Home User License- This is suitable for users wanting it for personal use. It can be installed on up to 2 computers to import your personal Outlook PST files.
  • Corporate License- If you are buying the software for your organization, this license is the best choice. It can be installed on multiple computers within an organization at a single location.
  • Technician License- This is highly suggested if you buy the software to provide services to other users. It can be installed on various computers at different locations.
Can I import PST files to Office 365 without Outlook?

Yes, this tool allows you to import PST files directly to Office 365 without Outlook.

Do I require PowerShell commands when using this tool for PST to Office 365 migration?

No, you don't need to run any PowerShell commands and scripts to import PST to Office 365 with our tool.

Does the software support large PST files?

Yes, the software supports large PST files despite their size.

Will the folder hierarchy remain intact after import?

Yes, the original folder structure is preserved after the import Outlook to Office 365 process.

What does TargetRootFolder specify in the PST to Office import process?

TargetRootFolder is a parameter within the CSV mapping file defining the location where the PST file is imported into the destination mailbox.

Is it possible to import specific mailboxes during the PST migration to Office 365?

Yes, you can import specific mailboxes, folders, or items from the PST file with the help of filtering options to migrate PST files to Office 365.

Can I check the data stored in PST files before starting the import process?

Yes. The software includes a Filter Selection window, where you will get a Review PST Folder to Migrate section to view all your PST folders.

Which Office 365 plans does this software support?

Ans. The software supports the below Office 365 plans:

  • Microsoft 365 Business Premium
  • Microsoft 365 Business Standard
  • Microsoft 365 Business Basic
  • Office 365 Business Essential
  • Office 365 F3
  • Office 365 F1
  • Office 365 A5
  • Office 365 A3
  • Office 365 A1
  • Office 365 Enterprise E5
  • Office 365 Enterprise E3
  • Office 365 Enterprise E1
  • Exchange Online Plan 2
  • Exchange Online Plan 1

What Customers Say

Explore what our verified customers say about their experience with Kernel Import PST to Office 365.

clientsquote Victor Paul, CTO

Recently, I was planning to move my business account data stored in old PST files to Office 365. Due to lack of technical expertise, I was facing issues in doing that. Then I found about Kernel Import PST to Office 365 tool and the tool imported all the files very smoothly.

clientsquote John Doerr, CEO

I would simply say that this tool has helped in running an organized and convenient PST to Office 365 migration of mailboxes, which once seemed next to impossible due to lack of appropriate resources.

clientsquote Emily Carter, IT Manager

Kernel Import PST to Office 365 helped us import hundreds of PST files to Microsoft 365 with complete accuracy. The migration finished successfully, and all emails, contacts, calendars, and attachments remained intact. I highly recommend this tool for business migrations.

Import PST to O365 Software Prerequisites & recommendations

About SoftwareAbout Software

Version: 26.0

Release Date: Feb 2024

Update Date: July 2026

License Type: Home, Corporate & Technician

Version SupportVersion Support

MS Outlook: Office 365 Outlook, 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, 2003, 2002, 2000, 98 and 97

System RequirementsSystem Requirements

Hard Disk: 2 GB of disk space

Memory: 2 GB Minimum

Processor: Intel® Pentium Processor compatible (x86, x64) or equivalent

Operating System: Windows 11, 10, 8.1, and older versions Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012, 2008 R2, 2008, 2003 R2, 2003 OS

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