Outlook Deleted Emails Keep Coming Back: 5 Fixes to Apply

Add-ins might interfere with the deleting process in Outlook

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Emails are wonderful as they enable us to discuss things in detail, but many reported that deleted emails keep coming back in Outlook.

While many users want torecover deleted emails in Outlook, some want to remove them permanently.

Not being able to remove emails can be a problem, but in today’s guide, we’re going to show you the best ways you can use to fix this problem.

Why are deleted Outlook emails keep coming back?

There are several causes for this issue, but here are the most common ones:

What can I do if deleted Outlook emails keep coming back?

1. Try out a different email client for enhanced reliability

Some clients are meant to make your work experience better. Outlook often gives you the tools that you need to manage your workflow and work with an entire team.

However, you can find alternativeproductivity email clientsthat have a similar task and team management tools.

Luckily, most email clients are similar when it comes to user experience, so you won’t need to adjust too much if you decide to switch.

2. Disable problematic add-ins

Next, you need to find and disable problematic add-ins.

3. Delete the OST file and rebuild a new one

Sometimes, there might be corruption in the OST files which can be another reason for a host of issues with Outlook, including deleted emails getting back. Use the above steps to correct that in no time.

4. Recreate OST file

Once you have successfully deleted the OST file, the next step would be to recreate it. Use the above steps in that regard.

5. Empty the Recoverable Items folder

Do keep in mind that you need to change the parameters so that they match the ones on your PC.

This isn’t the only problem that users can encounter, and many reported thatemails are disappearing from Outlook, but we covered that issue in a separate guide.

Are things any better now? Don’t hesitate to let us know via the comments area below.

Outlook Deleted Emails Keep Coming Back: 5 Fixes to Apply#

Why are deleted Outlook emails keep coming back?#

What can I do if deleted Outlook emails keep coming back?#

1. Try out a different email client for enhanced reliability#

2. Disable problematic add-ins#

3. Delete the OST file and rebuild a new one#

4. Recreate OST file#

5. Empty the Recoverable Items folder#