Backup mail mac el capitan
To backup your mail on a Mac running El Capitan, you can use the built-in Mail app's built-in backup feature or use a third-party backup software. Here are the steps for both methods:
Method 1: Using the Mail app's built-in backup feature
- Open the Mail app on your Mac.
- Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences".
- Click on the "Accounts" tab.
- Select the account you want to backup from the list of accounts.
- Click on the "Advanced" tab.
- Click on the "Backup" button.
- Choose a location to save the backup file, such as an external hard drive or a cloud storage service like Dropbox or Google Drive.
- Click "Save" to start the backup process.
Method 2: Using a third-party backup software
- Download and install a third-party backup software, such as Time Machine, Carbon Copy Cloner, or SuperDuper!.
- Launch the backup software and select the option to backup your Mail data.
- Choose the location where you want to save the backup file, such as an external hard drive or a cloud storage service.
- Follow the software's instructions to complete the backup process.
Additional tips
- Make sure to backup your Mail data regularly to prevent data loss in case something goes wrong with your Mac or your email account.
- If you're using a cloud-based email service like Gmail or Outlook, you may also want to backup your email data using the service's built-in backup feature or a third-party backup software.
- If you're using a third-party backup software, make sure to check the software's compatibility with El Capitan before installing it.
Troubleshooting tips
- If you're having trouble backing up your Mail data using the built-in Mail app feature, try restarting your Mac and then trying again.
- If you're having trouble backing up your Mail data using a third-party backup software, try contacting the software's support team for assistance.
- If you're experiencing issues with your email account or Mail app, try restarting your Mac and then trying again.