Offline Address Book Recovery
OAB Recovery Software
OAB Recovery opens your Offline Address Book file and saves every contact as PST, PDF, CSV or vCard. Add the OAB file, preview the Global Address List and select Export.
- Offline Address Book restore
- Four save formats
- No Outlook or Exchange needed
- 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 OAB Recovery?
Find your case below. RecoveryTools software opens the OAB file and brings your contacts out.
- Global Address List Is Out of ReachYour Exchange address list sits inside an OAB file you cannot open.
- Contacts Must Reach OutlookYou need GAL contacts inside a PST file.
- Orphan OAB File RemainsYou have a udetails.oab file and no Outlook profile.
- Contacts Need ExcelYour team wants address list entries in a CSV sheet.
- Investigation Needs a RecordYou must save the address list as a PDF for a case.
- Only a Few Entries MatterYou need a handful of contacts from a large OAB file.
OAB Restore
Open udetails.oab files without Outlook.
Preview First
Sort and check contacts before you export.
Four Formats
Save contacts in the format you need.
Free demo mode previews all contacts and saves 25 items from every OAB file.
Full version saves every contact in the format you select.
2What changes?
What Changes After the Recovery?
Before
- Address list locked in an OAB file
- No Outlook profile to open it
- Contacts stuck out of Excel and Outlook
After
- Contacts in a sortable preview
- Selected contacts exported alone
- Files ready in your format
3What can it do?
Which Features Come With OAB Recovery?
Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.
OAB File Restore
Restore udetails.oab files and the Global Address List inside.
Four Output Formats
Save contacts as PST, PDF, CSV or vCard.
Sortable Preview
Sort contacts by any field in ascending or descending order.
Selective Export
Select contacts and click Export Selected.
PDF Page Settings
Set page orientation, margins, page size, Bates number and date stamp.
Single File Output
Merge every contact into one vCard file or one PDF file.
Many OAB Files
Add files one at a time and export them together.
No Size Limit
Restore OAB files of any size.
Unicode PST Output
Open the PST in any Outlook or Exchange version.
4Is it easy?
How to Recover a OAB Password in 4 Steps
Test the recovery on a small file in the free demo. Buy the license when you want every character.
- 1Download
Install the Demo
Download the installer and install it on your Windows computer.
- 2Add
Add the OAB File
Click Add File and select your udetails.oab file.
- 3Preview
Check the Contacts
Check the Global Address List contacts in the preview panel.
- 4Export
Export the Contacts
Click Export, select a format and a destination folder.
Screenshots of every step sit in the OAB Recovery guide.
5What will I see?
Which Screens Does the Software Show?
Follow the path from the mode options to the recovered password.

Start the Software
Click Add File to load an OAB file.

Add Your OAB File
Select the udetails.oab file.

Preview and Export
Select contacts and click Export Selected.
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 udetails.oab files and preview contacts | Yes | Yes |
| Selective restore of contacts | Yes | Yes |
| Add many OAB files | Yes | Yes |
| Save contacts in any output format | 25 per file | All contacts |
| Price | Free | From $49 |
7Will it fit my system?
System Requirements for OAB Recovery
| Product Version | 4.0 for Windows |
|---|---|
| Download Size | 31.6 MB |
| Product Type | Desktop software that restores Offline Address Book files |
| Input Files | udetails.oab files and Exchange GAL files of any size |
| Output | PST, PDF, CSV and vCard files |
| Outlook and Exchange | Works without Outlook or Exchange Server on your computer |
| Windows | Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 in 32 and 64 bit, plus Windows Server 2012 and 2008 |
| Processor | Intel Pentium 1 GHz in x86 or x64 or equal |
| RAM and Disk Space | 2 GB RAM recommended with 100 MB of free disk space |
| Outlook Versions | OAB files from every Outlook version, including 2019, 2016 and 2013 |
| Exchange Versions | OAB files from Exchange 2019 and 2013 |
| Demo Limit | Previews all contacts and saves 25 items per file |
8What is the price?
How Much Does OAB Recovery Cost?
Choose the license by the number of computers. Prices are in US dollars.
1 Computer
$49
- Home and private use
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 100 Computers
$199
- One location in one country
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 500 Computers
$499
- Offices in many places
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.
9Is it safe?
Can You Trust the Software With Your Address Lists?
See Results First
Test the free demo on your OAB file and check the contact 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 OAB Recovery
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 OAB file details and the error you see.
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, preview and export screens.
11Still have a question?
Questions About Restoring OAB Files
Can the software restore an Offline Address Book file?
Yes. Add the OAB file, preview the contacts and export them.
Which formats can I save contacts in?
PST, PDF, CSV and vCard all work.
Can I export only a few contacts?
Yes. Select the contacts and click Export Selected.
Do I need Outlook or Exchange Server installed?
No. Software works without both, so orphan OAB files open fine.
Can I save every contact in one file?
Yes. Merge all contacts into a single vCard file or a single PDF file.
Can I add many OAB files?
Yes. Add files one at a time and export them together.
What PDF settings can I change?
Set page orientation, page margin, page size, Bates number and date stamp.
Is there a size limit for the OAB file?
No. OAB files of any size work.
Which Outlook versions create supported OAB files?
OAB files from every Outlook version work, including 2019, 2016 and 2013.
What does the free demo do?
Free demo mode previews all contacts and saves 25 items from every OAB file. Full export needs the full version.
Is there a Mac edition?
No. Software works on Windows only.
Which Windows versions work?
Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 work, along with Windows Server 2012 and 2008.
What is the system requirement for the software?
Plan for 100 MB of free disk space and 2 GB RAM.
How much does the software cost?
Personal costs $49 for 1 computer. Business costs $199 for up to 100 computers. Enterprise costs $499 for up to 500 computers.
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.
Restore Your Address List With the Free Demo
Download the free demo, preview your contacts and buy the license when you want to export them all.