Winmail Reader for Windows

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Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2016

Winmail Reader is a useful and simple tool for anyone who sends or receives messages from the older Microsoft Outlook 97 and 2000 applications (winmail.dat). With Winmail Reader, the user can read, convert, and save file attachments that come from Outlook, Outlook Express, and Microsoft Exchange applications as well as Thunderbird and Lotus Notes e-mail clients. It is a freeware application that works on the later versions of the Windows operating system including XP, Vista, and Windows 7.

The layout of Winmail Reader will be familiar to any Windows user, and there aren't many options, so most people will be able to jump right in without any assistance. The main display window is divided into two panes, with the one on the left listing attachment names and the right pane displaying the item that is highlighted on the left. We liked that you could drag and drop items to the interface, making it a little faster to view them. The five basic options are neatly laid out at the top of the left-hand pane, letting you quickly open or save your items. Winmail Reader also allows you to easily convert files to other formats.

The download and installation process for Winmail Reader is quick and painless. It boots up fast and runs stable under all of the latest editions of the Windows operating system. It is free, user-friendly, and is available in a number of languages. The learning curve is zero for anyone who is familiar with Windows. This is a good choice for anyone who deals with winmail.dat attachments.

What’s new in version 1.2.15

Version 1.2.15 added Romanian language.

Winmail Reader for Windows

By Kopf
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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: December 24, 2011

Latest update: February 26, 2016

Version: 1.2.15

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows ME
Windows Vista
Windows NT
Windows 7
Windows 98
Windows XP
Windows 2000

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 219,563

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

3.2/5

14 User Votes

Horrible Spam & Malware
pnpayneppjMarch 27, 2014
Pros
None Zero Zip
Cons
Without warning, this piece of horse excrement loaded Conduit and heaven knows what else. Cnet should be ashamed of itself for allowing this kind of treason on it's site. This should be a criminal act and both Cnet & Winmail Reader should go to jail.
Summary
This is the worst kind of treachery.
Doesn't Open Calendar Notices; Lots of Malware
drilpySeptember 24, 2013
Pros
Theoretically opens attachments.
Cons
Completely ignores calendar notices--doesn't even tell you there's one in the message. Also, filled with malware.
Summary
Stay away!
Filled with malware
realspearSeptember 9, 2013
Pros
The reader works.
Cons
More malware than you can imagine. Toolbars, ad pop-ups, you name it. Been working over an hour now just trying to clean up the garbage it installed.
Summary
Spyware central
gleynesFebruary 19, 2013
Pros
At least you can read that it's going to install toolbars, if you pay attention
Cons
This software disguises toolbars and "download optimizers" and "coupon monster" as part of the terms of service. It then requires you to click on "custom install to not install those components a second time.
Summary
I'll never trust cnet again.
Does not run in Windows 8
SoapGuyJanuary 26, 2013
Pros
None, Will not run in Windows 8.
Cons
Had hoped this program would solve my problem opening some old emails that were saved in *.eml format. But the program will not run in Windows 8.
Summary
Quick and Simple
genius1985January 2, 2012
Pros
Got my winmail.dat file decrypted
Cons
You have adds, but they can be turned off, so it is not really a cons but a feature :)
Summary
Works as described
andreas_eckartDecember 15, 2011
Pros
Does what it is suppose to
Cons
None found yet
Summary
Simple and efficient
bmarotta75November 20, 2011
Pros
Works like described
Cons
None at the moment
Summary
Now you'll Know
purigenJune 28, 2011
Pros
It opens and allows you to read all those pesky email attachments so you can diagnose "why". Without know what's in those attachments, you're blind on where to start
Cons
I haven't used it enough to find any negatives
Summary
Another good program for your toolbox
Did not work.
February 19, 2010
Pros
There are no pros.
Cons
Did not work for me.
Summary
The bigger problem is with the entire Windows platform. There are too many add-ons and plugins required for common apps to open.

Developer’s Description

Read, view, open, convert and save the files on winmail.dat email attachments.

Winmail Reader is simply to use Windows application for reading winmail.dat attachment files. Winmail Reader allows to view, open or save the files contained on the Winmail.dat attachment. Simple and fast to use. Winmail.dat files are sent by the MS Outlook and other e-mail clients, like Thunderbird, cannot decode them. Version 1.1.11 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.