The location of a Microsoft Outlook PST (Personal Storage Table) file depends primarily on the version of Outlook you are using and your Windows configuration. Default Storage Locations
: For IT administrators or advanced users, the default path can be changed via the Windows Registry using the ForcePSTPath key. Create an Outlook Data File (.pst) to save your information
C:\Documents and Settings\YOUR_USERNAME\Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\Outlook
However, these are not easily accessible or transportable like a standard PST file.
C:\Users\%username%\Documents\Outlook Files (on Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11) : C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Outlook
If you are trying to back up your emails, migrate to a new computer, or simply free up some hard drive space, finding your Outlook Data File (.pst) is the first step.
Don’t just backup the PST — backup the :