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MBX File Extension

The MBX file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Outlook Express Mailbox. MBX is classified as a Data Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open MBX files in Microsoft Outlook Express program.

Outlook Express Mailbox File Type

Outlook Express Mailbox File Type
Extension .mbx
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (55 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft Outlook Express
Category Data Files
Format Not Available
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a MBX File Type?

MBX files can also be created by Eudora, a mail client for the Windows and Mac operating systems that is more developed. You can be opening Eudora MBX files with the Thunderbird mail program.

Free Online MBX Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online MBX tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare MBX files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .MBX (Outlook Express Mailbox) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

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MBX Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Outlook Express Mailbox .MBX File Extensions while opening the .MBX files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open MBX Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Outlook Express Mailbox on your system such as Microsoft Outlook Express.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Outlook Express program for *.mbx (Outlook Express Mailbox) files.

    Associate MBX Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.MBX (e.g example.mbx) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft Outlook Express program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .mbx files.

    Associate MBX Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.MBX (e.g example.mbx) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Microsoft Microsoft Outlook Express program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Microsoft Outlook Express extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for MBX File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the MBX files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open MBX File on Windows

Software License Developer
Microsoft Outlook image. Microsoft Outlook 365 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Outlook Express image. Microsoft Outlook Express 6 for Windows Bundled Microsoft

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MBX File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Microsoft Outlook image. Microsoft Outlook 365 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Outlook Express image. Microsoft Outlook Express 6 for MacOs Bundled Microsoft

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MBX file on Linux

Software License Developer

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MBX file on Web

Software License Developer
Moodle image. Moodle 000 for Web Free Moodle

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MBX file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen MBX file on Android

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

MBX file extension icon image.About MBX - Outlook Express Mailbox

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Updated 7/1/2025