Backup outlook mail account settings
To backup Outlook mail account settings, you can follow these steps:
Method 1: Using Outlook's built-in backup feature
- Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
- Click on "Options" and then select "Advanced".
- Click on the "Export" button next to "Export Outlook data files".
- Select the "Export to a file" option and choose a location to save the backup file.
- Choose the "Outlook Data File (.pst)" format and select the folders you want to backup (e.g. Inbox, Sent Items, Contacts, etc.).
- Click "Export" to start the backup process.
Method 2: Using Windows Backup
- Go to the "Control Panel" and click on "System and Security".
- Click on "Backup and Restore (Windows Backup)".
- Click on "Set up backup" and select the drive or location where you want to save the backup.
- Click on "Let Windows choose" and select the "Outlook" option.
- Choose the folders you want to backup (e.g. Inbox, Sent Items, Contacts, etc.).
- Click "Save changes" to start the backup process.
Method 3: Using a third-party backup software
- Download and install a third-party backup software, such as EaseUS Todo Backup or Acronis True Image.
- Launch the software and select the "Backup" option.
- Choose the "Outlook" option and select the folders you want to backup (e.g. Inbox, Sent Items, Contacts, etc.).
- Choose a location to save the backup file and set the backup schedule.
- Click "Backup" to start the backup process.
Additional tips:
- Make sure to backup your Outlook data regularly to prevent data loss in case of a disaster.
- You can also backup your Outlook settings, such as account settings, by exporting the Outlook settings file (.xml) and saving it to a safe location.
- If you're using Outlook 2013 or later, you can also use the "Backup and Restore" feature in the "File" menu to backup your Outlook data.
Remember to always keep a copy of your backup file in a safe location, such as an external hard drive or cloud storage service, to ensure that your data is protected in case of a disaster.