Corrupt WAB Address Book Repair

WAB Recovery Software

WAB Recovery repairs your damaged Outlook Express address book and brings back deleted contacts. Scan the WAB file, preview every contact and export the list to CSV, vCard, WAB or PST.

  • Corrupt and deleted WAB contacts
  • Four export formats
  • Multilingual contacts supported
  • Windows desktop edition
WAB Recovery home window with the Recover button marked and a search panel
Select a WAB file, preview its contacts and save them.
  • 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 WAB Recovery?

Find your case below. RecoveryTools software repairs the WAB file and brings your contacts back.

  • Address Book Will Not OpenOutlook Express refuses to open your WAB file.
  • Contacts VanishedNames and email addresses disappeared from your address book.
  • WAB File Shows DamageYour WAB file is corrupt after a crash or a virus.
  • Contacts Must MoveYou need old contacts in CSV, vCard or Outlook.
  • Foreign Names Look BrokenContacts in other languages lost their characters.
  • Many Address Books Pile UpYou have a folder full of WAB files to restore.

WAB Repair

Repair damaged Outlook Express address books.

Preview First

Check every contact before you export.

Four Formats

Export contacts in the format you need.

Demo Exports 15 Contacts

Free demo mode previews every recovered contact and exports the first 15 only.

Full version exports all contacts and saves a report in CSV.

2What changes?

What Changes After the Recovery?

Before

  • Address book that fails to open
  • Deleted contacts gone for good
  • WAB files stuck in an old format

After

  • Contacts listed alphabetically
  • Deleted contacts brought back
  • Contacts saved in your format

3What can it do?

Which Features Come With WAB Recovery?

Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.

Corrupt WAB Repair

Repair damaged and inaccessible WAB address book files.

Deleted Contact Recovery

Bring back deleted contacts with their metadata intact.

Alphabetical Preview

List contacts by name initial and check their details.

Four Export Formats

Save contacts as CSV, vCard, WAB or Outlook PST.

Multilingual Contacts

Keep the original character encoding for every language.

Search Within Results

Type a name or email address and find the exact contact.

Saved Scan Settings

Save your scan options and load them again.

Batch WAB Processing

Add many WAB files with the Files and Folders option.

CSV Export Report

Save a report of the export for your records.

4Is it easy?

How to Recover a WAB Password in 4 Steps

Test the recovery on a small file in the free demo. Buy the license when you want every character.

  1. 1Download

    Install the Demo

    Download the installer and install it on your Windows computer.

  2. 2Recover

    Click Recover

    Click Recover and select your WAB file.

  3. 3Preview

    Check the Contacts

    Check the recovered contacts and their details in the preview.

  4. 4Export

    Export the Contacts

    Select your format and choose a destination folder.

Screenshots of every step sit in the WAB Recovery guide.

5What will I see?

Which Screens Does the Software Show?

Follow the path from the mode options to the recovered password.

WAB Recovery home window with the Recover button marked and a search panel

Select Your WAB File

Click Recover and select the file.

WAB Recovery list of recovered contacts with their details

Preview the Contacts

Check names and details in the list.

WAB Recovery export window for saving contacts in CSV format

Export the Contacts

Select a format and save the contacts.

6Demo or full?

Free Demo vs Full Version

See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.

FeatureFree DemoFull Version
Scan WAB files and recover deleted contactsYesYes
Preview of contacts and detailsYesYes
Search within resultsYesYes
Export every contact in any formatFirst 15 onlyYes
PriceFreeFrom $49

7Will it fit my system?

System Requirements for WAB Recovery

Product Version4.0 for Windows
Download Size102.55 MB
Product TypeDesktop software that repairs corrupt WAB address books
Input FilesOutlook Express WAB files, single or in folders
OutputCSV, vCard, WAB and Outlook PST files
WindowsWindows 11 in 64 bit, Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7, plus Windows Server 2012 and 2008
Processor1 GHz minimum with 2.4 GHz recommended
RAM and Disk Space512 MB RAM with 1 GB recommended and 5 MB of free disk space
Outlook ExpressNeeded on your computer only for the export step
LanguagesMultilingual contacts keep their original encoding
ReportExport report saves in CSV format
Demo LimitPreviews all contacts and exports the first 15

8What is the price?

How Much Does WAB Recovery Cost?

Choose the license by the number of computers. Prices are in US dollars.

Personal License

1 Computer

$49

  • Home and private use
  • 1 year of free updates
  • Unlimited 24x7 support
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Business License

Up to 100 Computers

$149

  • One location in one country
  • 1 year of free updates
  • Unlimited 24x7 support
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Enterprise License

Up to 500 Computers

$449

  • Offices in many places
  • 1 year of free updates
  • Unlimited 24x7 support
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Refund requests are accepted for 30 days. Test the free demo first because software bought without a demo evaluation does not qualify. See the RecoveryTools refund policy for the full terms.

See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.

9Is it safe?

Can You Trust the Software With Your Contacts?

4.5
average rating out of 5 from 12 users

See Results First

Test the free demo on a damaged WAB 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 WAB 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 WAB 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 recover, preview and export screens.

11Still have a question?

Questions About Recovering WAB Contacts

Can the software repair a corrupt WAB file?

Yes. Click Recover, select the WAB file and preview the contacts that come back.

Can the software bring back deleted contacts?

Yes. Deleted contacts return with their metadata and linked details.

Which formats can I export to?

CSV, vCard, WAB and Outlook PST all work.

Can I add many WAB files together?

Yes. Use the Files and Folders option to add many files together.

Do I need Outlook Express installed?

Outlook Express needs to be on your computer only while you export the contacts.

Does the software keep contacts in other languages?

Yes. Software keeps the original character encoding, so international names stay readable.

Can I search for one contact?

Yes. Type a name or email address and the exact match shows up.

Can I save my scan settings?

Yes. Save the options and load them in a later scan.

Does the software create a report?

Yes. Save the export report in CSV format for your records.

What does the free demo do?

Free demo mode previews every recovered contact and exports the first 15. Full export needs the full version.

Is there a Mac edition?

No. Software works on Windows only.

Which Windows versions work?

Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 work, along with Windows Server 2012 and 2008.

What is the system requirement for the software?

Plan for 5 MB of free disk space and 512 MB RAM.

How much does the software cost?

Personal costs $49 for 1 computer. Business costs $149 for up to 100 computers. Enterprise costs $449 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 WAB Contacts With the Free Demo

Download the free demo, preview your recovered contacts and buy the license when you want to export them all.