Windows live mail recover deleted emails
The frustration of accidentally deleting important emails! Don't worry, I'm here to help you recover deleted emails in Windows Live Mail. Here are the steps:
Method 1: Recover deleted emails from the "Deleted Items" folder
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Click on the "Deleted Items" folder in the left-hand menu.
- Look for the deleted emails you want to recover. You can sort the emails by date or subject to make it easier to find them.
- Right-click on the email you want to recover and select "Move to" > "Inbox" or any other folder you prefer.
- The email will be moved back to its original location.
Method 2: Use the "Recover Deleted Items" feature
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Click on "File" > "Options" > "Other" > "Recover Deleted Items".
- Select the date range for which you want to recover deleted emails.
- Click "Recover" to start the recovery process.
- Windows Live Mail will search for deleted emails and display them in a new window.
- Select the emails you want to recover and click "OK" to move them back to their original location.
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
- EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
Please note that these software may not always be able to recover deleted emails, especially if they have been overwritten by new data. However, they can still be worth trying if the above methods don't work for you.
Prevention is the best cure
To avoid losing important emails in the future, consider the following tips:
- Regularly back up your Windows Live Mail data files.
- Use a cloud-based email service like Outlook.com or Gmail, which often have built-in features to recover deleted emails.
- Use a third-party email client with built-in email recovery features.
- Be cautious when deleting emails, and always check the "Deleted Items" folder before emptying it.
I hope these methods help you recover your deleted emails in Windows Live Mail!