DBX File Viewer
DBX Viewer Pro to Open and Export DBX Files
DBX Viewer Pro opens Outlook Express DBX files with no mail client. Add a file or a folder, preview every email with its attachments, search the mail and export it to PDF.
- Emails with attachments
- Eight preview modes
- Search and export to PDF
- Windows desktop edition
- Free DemoTest before you buy
- 30 Day RefundDemo test comes first
- Card or PayPalHosted store checkout
- Fast License KeySent by email
- 24x7 SupportChat and email
1Is this my case?
Which Cases Need a DBX Viewer?
Find your case below. RecoveryTools software opens the DBX file and shows the emails you need.
- DBX File Will Not OpenYour old Outlook Express mail has a DBX extension and nothing on your PC opens it.
- Outlook Express Is GoneWindows 11 and Windows 10 have no Outlook Express to open the folders.
- You Need One EmailA single message sits inside a large DBX folder file.
- Many DBX Files WaitAn old profile left you a folder full of DBX files to check.
- Proof Needs a PDFYou must hand over an email as a PDF or print it.
- No Admin RightsYour work computer blocks installs that need administrator rights.
Eight Preview Modes
Open the email in the view you need.
Search the Mail
Find one message in a large file.
Export to PDF
Save emails as PDF files.
Normal Mail, Hex, Properties, Message Header, MIME, HTML, RTF and Attachments views open the same email in a different way.
Switch the view to see the body, check the header or inspect the raw data.
2What changes?
What Changes After You Open the DBX File?
Before
- DBX files nobody can open
- Old mail stuck in a folder
- Emails you cannot print or send as PDF
After
- Every email shown with its attachments
- Search finds the message you want
- Selected emails saved as PDF
3What can it do?
Which Features Come With DBX Viewer Pro?
Add the DBX files, preview the emails and export the ones you need.
Eight Preview Modes
Open every email in Normal, Hex, Properties, Header, MIME, HTML, RTF or Attachments view.
Emails With Attachments
See the images and documents attached to every message.
Add Files or Folders
Add one DBX file or a full folder of DBX files.
Folder Hierarchy Kept
See the Outlook Express folders in their original order.
Advanced Search
Search the emails and list the ones that match.
Export to PDF
Save selected emails as PDF with the file naming you choose.
Print Emails
Print an email with its attachments from the software.
No Size Limit
Open DBX files of any size.
No Admin Rights Needed
Launch the software as a standard or guest user.
4Is it easy?
How to Use DBX Viewer Pro in 4 Steps
Test the software in the free demo. Buy the license when you want the full result.
- 1Download
Install the Software
Download the installer and install it on your Windows computer.
- 2Add
Add the DBX Files
Click Add File and select a DBX file or a folder of DBX files.
- 3Scan
Let the Scan Finish
The software scans the files and shows the folder list and the emails.
- 4Preview
Preview, Search and Export
Open the emails in any view. Pro searches the mail and exports it to PDF.
Screenshots of every step sit in the DBX Viewer Pro guide.
5What will I see?
Which Screens Does the Software Show?
Follow the path from the first screen to the finished result.

Add the DBX Files
Click Add File and select a file or a folder.

Browse Folders and Emails
Select a folder on the left to list its emails.

Open an Email in a Preview Mode
Switch between the eight views to see the email.
6Demo or full?
Free Demo vs Full Version
See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.
| Feature | Free Demo | Full Version |
|---|---|---|
| Add DBX files and folders | Yes | Yes |
| Eight preview modes | Yes | Yes |
| Emails with attachments | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced search | No | Yes |
| Export to PDF | No | Yes |
| Print emails | No | Yes |
| Price | Free | From $69 |
7Will it fit my system?
System Requirements for DBX Viewer Pro
| Product Version | 3.0 for Windows |
|---|---|
| Download Size | 105 MB |
| Product Type | Desktop software that opens DBX files |
| Input Files | Outlook Express DBX files and folders of DBX files |
| Output | PDF files and printed emails |
| Windows | Windows 11 in 64 bit, Windows 10, 8 and 7 in 32 and 64 bit, plus Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo at 2.4 GHz |
| RAM and Disk Space | 4 GB RAM recommended with 100 MB of free space |
| Pre Requisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or above |
| Mail Client | Outlook Express is not needed |
| Demo Limit | Previews the emails and exports none |
8What is the price?
How Much Does DBX Viewer Pro Cost?
Choose the license by the number of accounts. Prices are in US dollars.
5 to 500 machines
$29 per machine
- Minimum order of $145
- Same price for Windows and Mac
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Mac edition licenses cost the same. Buy the Mac edition license or download the Mac edition demo. See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.
9Is it safe?
Can You Trust the Software With Your Mail?
See Results First
Test the free demo on a copy of your DBX file and check the preview before you pay.
In Business Since 2007
RecoveryTools stands on a company that began in 2007 and now helps users in over 100 countries. Find more about RecoveryTools.
ISO Certified
Standards ISO 9001:2015 for quality and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 for information security back the company. See the awards and certifications page.
Terms in Plain Sight
Refund, privacy and usage terms are public before you pay. See the refund policy, privacy policy and terms of use.
10Need a hand?
Where to Get Help With Your DBX File
Support engineers answer questions before and after you buy. Visit the RecoveryTools support center for phone numbers and more ways to get help.
Live Chat
Talk to an expert on live chat at any hour.
Email Support
Email support@systoolsgroup.com with your DBX file details and the error message.
Remote Session
An expert connects to your computer and solves a hard case for you.
Step by Step Guide
Follow the user guide for the add, scan and preview screens.
11Still have a question?
Questions About Opening DBX Files
How does the software open a DBX file?
Click Add File, select a DBX file or a folder and click Open. Software scans the files and lists the folders and emails.
Do I need Outlook Express installed?
No. Software opens DBX files with no mail client on the computer.
Which preview modes does the software have?
Normal Mail, Hex, Properties, Message Header, MIME, HTML, RTF and Attachments.
Can I see the attachments?
Yes. Every email shows its images and documents in the preview.
Can I open many DBX files together?
Yes. Add several files or a full folder and browse them in one window.
Is there a limit on the DBX file size?
No. Open DBX files of any size.
Can I search for an email?
Yes. Pro has an advanced search that lists the emails that match your terms.
Can I export emails to PDF?
Yes. Pro saves selected emails as PDF with the file naming you choose.
Can I print an email?
Yes. Pro prints an email together with its attachments.
What does the free demo do?
Free demo mode opens the files and previews the emails. Pro adds search, PDF export and print.
Is there a Mac edition?
No. DBX Viewer Pro is a Windows edition.
Does the software repair a damaged DBX file?
No. Software opens healthy files. Use Outlook Express Restore to repair a corrupt DBX file.
How much does DBX Viewer Pro cost?
Single user license costs $69. Multiple users license costs $29 per machine for 5 to 500 machines.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Refund requests are accepted for 30 days under the RecoveryTools refund policy. Software bought without a demo evaluation does not qualify. Email a signed Letter of Destruction to sales@recovery-tools.org. Bundle purchases cannot be refunded.
12Where next?
Related RecoveryTools Software
Open Your DBX File With the Free Demo
Download the free demo, preview your emails and buy the Pro license when you want to search, print or export to PDF.