How to recover deleted emails in windows live mail

The frustration of deleted emails! Don't worry, I'm here to help you recover deleted emails in Windows Live Mail. Here are the steps:

Method 1: Using the "Deleted Items" folder

  1. Open Windows Live Mail.
  2. Click on the "Folder" menu and select "Deleted Items" from the drop-down list.
  3. If you find the deleted email in the "Deleted Items" folder, you can restore it by dragging and dropping it to the "Inbox" or any other folder you prefer.
  4. If the email is not in the "Deleted Items" folder, proceed to the next method.

Method 2: Using the "Windows Live Mail" database

  1. Close Windows Live Mail.
  2. Go to the following location: C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows Live Mail\Emails
  3. Look for a file named edb.log (it might be hidden, so make sure to show hidden files and folders).
  4. Open the edb.log file in a text editor like Notepad.
  5. Search for the deleted email's subject or sender's email address to find the relevant entry.
  6. Note down the entry's ID (it starts with MSG: followed by a series of numbers).
  7. Open Windows Live Mail and go to the "File" menu, then select "Database" and click on "Compact Database".
  8. In the "Compact Database" window, click on "Options" and then select "Advanced".
  9. In the "Advanced" window, click on "Edit" next to "Database Path".
  10. In the "Database Path" window, click on "Browse" and navigate to the Emails folder you found earlier.
  11. Select the edb.log file and click "Open".
  12. In the "Compact Database" window, click "OK" to start the compacting process.
  13. Once the process is complete, restart Windows Live Mail.
  14. The deleted email should now be restored to the "Inbox" or the folder where it was originally located.

Method 3: Using 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:

Please note that these software may not always work, and the success rate depends on various factors, such as the type of email account, the timing of deletion, and the storage device's condition.

Remember to always be cautious when using third-party software, and make sure to read reviews and understand the software's terms and conditions before using it.

I hope these methods help you recover your deleted emails in Windows Live Mail!