Backing up outlook 2020 emails

Backing up your Outlook 2020 emails is an essential step to ensure that your important messages and data are safe in case something goes wrong. Here are the steps to back up your Outlook 2020 emails:

Method 1: Using Outlook's Built-in Backup Feature

1. Open Outlook 2020 and go to the "File" menu.
2. Click on "Options" and then select "Advanced" from the left-hand menu.
3. Scroll down to the "Export" section and click on "Export".
4. Select "Export to a file" and choose the file format you want to use (e.g., PST, EML, or MSG).
5. Choose the folder you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, or all folders).
6. Click "Export" to start the backup process.

Method 2: Using a Third-Party Backup Tool

1. Download and install a third-party backup tool, such as:
   • EaseUS Todo Backup
   • Acronis True Image
   • Backup4all
   • Outlook Backup and Restore
2. Launch the backup tool and follow the instructions to create a backup of your Outlook 2020 emails.
3. Choose the backup location (e.g., external hard drive, cloud storage, or network location).
4. Select the files and folders you want to back up (e.g., Outlook data files, PST files, or specific folders).
5. Click "Backup" to start the process.

Method 3: Using Windows Backup

1. Go to the "Control Panel" and click on "System and Security" > "Backup and Restore (Windows Backup)".
2. Click on "Set up backup" and follow the wizard to create a backup of your Outlook 2020 emails.
3. Choose the backup location (e.g., external hard drive, cloud storage, or network location).
4. Select the files and folders you want to back up (e.g., Outlook data files, PST files, or specific folders).
5. Click "Backup" to start the process.

Additional Tips

• Make sure to back up your Outlook 2020 emails regularly, ideally once a week or once a month.
• Consider backing up your Outlook data files (PST files) to a secure location, such as an external hard drive or cloud storage.
• If you're using a cloud-based email service, such as Office 365, you may not need to back up your emails as they are already stored online.
• Always test your backups to ensure that they are complete and can be restored in case of a disaster.

By following these methods, you can ensure that your Outlook 2020 emails are safely backed up and protected from data loss.