Microsoft Outlook allows you to restore items that were accidentally deleted. Follow the instructions below based on the version of Outlook you are using.
Outlook Application
- Open the Deleted Items folder.
- Select the item(s) you want to restore.
- Right-click the selected item(s), then choose Move.
- Choose the destination folder and select OK.
Outlook on the Web
- Open the Deleted Items folder.
- Select the item(s) you want to restore.
- Select Restore from the toolbar at the top of the message list.
Recover Items Removed from Deleted Items
Items removed from the Deleted Items folder may still be recoverable for a limited time using the Recover items deleted from this folder option.
- Open the Deleted Items folder.
- Select Recover items deleted from this folder.

- Select the item(s) you want to restore.
- Select Restore Selected Items.
- Select Ok.
Additional Resources
For more detailed instructions, including an instructional video and step-by-step images, visit the Microsoft support article: Recover and restore deleted items in Outlook.