Backup gmail 2020

A great idea! Backing up your Gmail account is essential to ensure that your important emails and data are safe in case something goes wrong. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to backup your Gmail account in 2020:

Method 1: Using Gmail's built-in backup feature

  1. Log in to your Gmail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
  3. Scroll down to the "Forwarding and POP/IMAP" tab.
  4. Click on the "Enable POP" or "Enable IMAP" button, depending on your preference.
  5. Set up your email client (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird) to connect to your Gmail account using POP or IMAP.
  6. Set up a backup schedule to automatically download your emails at regular intervals.

Method 2: Using a third-party backup service

  1. Choose a reputable third-party backup service, such as:
    • Backupify (free trial, then $4.99/month)
    • Spanning Cloud Apps (free trial, then $4.99/month)
    • CodeTwo Backup for Gmail (free trial, then $4.99/month)
  2. Sign up for the service and connect your Gmail account.
  3. Set up the backup schedule and choose the frequency of backups (e.g., daily, weekly).
  4. The service will automatically download your emails and store them in their servers.

Method 3: Using a browser extension

  1. Install a browser extension, such as:
    • Gmail Backup (free)
    • Backup for Gmail (free)
  2. Grant the extension permission to access your Gmail account.
  3. Set up the backup schedule and choose the frequency of backups (e.g., daily, weekly).
  4. The extension will automatically download your emails and store them in your computer.

Additional tips

By following these methods, you'll be able to backup your Gmail account and ensure that your important emails and data are safe and secure.