How to Export MBOX Files from Outlook and Other Mail Clients
Exporting e-mails from various mail clients to an MBOX file might seem complicated at first glance. However, with the right steps and tools, this process can be carried out smoothly. In this blog post, you'll learn how to export MBOX files from popular e-mail clients like Outlook, Thunderbird, and Apple Mail.
Exporting MBOX Files from Thunderbird
Thunderbird is one of the most well-known e-mail clients that natively supports the MBOX format. To export e-mails from Thunderbird, follow these steps:
- Open Thunderbird and select the folder you want to export.
- Right-click on the folder and choose "Export."
- Select "MBOX File" as the export format.
- Save the file to your desired location on your computer.
Exporting MBOX Files from Apple Mail
Apple Mail also supports the MBOX format and offers a straightforward way to export e-mails:
- Open Apple Mail and select the mailbox folder you want to export.
- In the menu, click "Mailbox" and choose "Export Mailbox."
- Select "MBOX" as the export format and save the file to your Mac.
Exporting MBOX Files from Outlook
Outlook does not directly support the MBOX format, so exporting involves a few extra steps. You need to first export your e-mails to a format supported by another client (like Thunderbird) and then convert it to MBOX.
- Export your e-mails from Outlook in PST format.
- Use a conversion tool to convert the PST file to MBOX format.
- Alternatively, you can move the e-mails in Outlook to an IMAP account and then sync them with Thunderbird or another client that supports MBOX format.
Summary
Exporting MBOX files can vary depending on the e-mail client. While Thunderbird and Apple Mail support direct exporting, Outlook requires additional steps. With these guidelines, you should be able to successfully export your e-mails to MBOX format and then view them using an MBOX viewer.
