Can i recover deleted emails in windows live mail
The frustration of accidentally deleting an important email!
Yes, it is possible to recover deleted emails in Windows Live Mail, but the success of the recovery depends on several factors, such as:
- How long ago the email was deleted: The longer you wait, the lower the chances of recovery.
- Email client settings: If you have enabled email client settings to store deleted emails in the "Deleted Items" folder, you may be able to recover them.
- Email server settings: If your email provider stores deleted emails on their server, you may be able to recover them through your email provider's web interface or by contacting their support team.
Here are the steps to recover deleted emails in Windows Live Mail:
Method 1: Check the "Deleted Items" folder
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Click on the "Folder" menu and select "Deleted Items" (or press Ctrl + Shift + D).
- If the deleted email is still in the "Deleted Items" folder, you can restore it by right-clicking on the email and selecting "Restore" (or press Ctrl + Z).
Method 2: Use the "Recover Deleted Items" feature
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Click on the "Tools" menu and select "Recover Deleted Items" (or press Ctrl + Shift + R).
- Select the email account you want to recover deleted emails from.
- Click "Next" and then "Finish" to start the recovery process.
- If the deleted email is found, you can restore it by clicking "Restore" next to the email.
Method 3: Use a third-party email recovery software
There are several third-party email recovery software available that can help you recover deleted emails in Windows Live Mail. Some popular options include:
- EaseUS Email Recovery
- Recuva
- Disk Drill
Please note that using third-party software may require technical expertise and may not always be successful.
Additional tips
- Regularly back up your email account to prevent data loss.
- Consider enabling email client settings to store deleted emails in the "Deleted Items" folder.
- If you're unable to recover the deleted email, contact your email provider's support team to see if they can assist you in recovering the email.