Why use the GoldFynch MSG Viewer?

  • Open MSG files without Outlook: The viewer renders the full email body, headers, and lists attachments for download. No software installation required
  • No uploads – total confidentiality: The file is processed locally. Your sensitive client data never touches the internet or our servers.
  • Preserve every byte of metadata: Unlike Outlook or conversion utilities, we leave the original MSG untouched. Perfect for eDiscovery integrity.
  • Blazing-fast on large batches: Load thousands of messages in seconds without indexing or processing delays.
  • Cross‑platform convenience: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari all work out of the box.

What you can do

  • Read the entire email body instantly
  • Download attachments with one click (PDF, images, DOCX, and more)
  • Switch to raw view to inspect PID tags and headers

Need deeper review? Upload your MSG files to a GoldFynch case to search, tag, redact, and produce for less than $7 per GB per month. Try GoldFynch for free

How it Works

  • Open the viewer. You can even disconnect from the internet after it loads.
  • Drag and drop one or more .msg files onto the drop zone.
  • Browse emails instantly. Nothing is transmitted or saved elsewhere.
  • Close the browser tab when you are done. That is it.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I open an MSG file without Outlook?

Load the free GoldFynch MSG Viewer, then drag the file in. No signup or software installation is necessary.

  • Is the viewer secure?

Yes. All processing happens in your browser. Even if you turn off your internet after the page loads, everything still works.

  • Can I search MSG files or convert them in bulk?

For tasks like keyword search, tagging, or bulk conversion with Bates numbers, create a GoldFynch case and upload the files. Pricing starts at $7 per GB, and you can try it for free.

  • Does it work on Mac and Linux?

Absolutely. Any modern browser like Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari runs the viewer locally.

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