Backup windows live mail to external hard drive
To backup Windows Live Mail to an external hard drive, you can follow these steps:
Method 1: Using Windows Live Mail's built-in backup feature
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Click on "File" > "Options" > "More Settings" > "Advanced E-mail Settings".
- Click on the "Backup" tab.
- Click on the "Backup now" button to create a backup of your email account.
- Choose the location where you want to save the backup file (e.g., an external hard drive).
- Enter a name for the backup file and click "Save".
Method 2: Using Windows Live Mail's export feature
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Select all the folders you want to backup by pressing "Ctrl+A" or by selecting each folder individually.
- Right-click on the selected folders and choose "Export".
- In the "Export" window, select "Export to a file" and choose the format as "EML" (Email Message Format).
- Choose the location where you want to save the backup file (e.g., an external hard drive).
- Enter a name for the backup file and click "Save".
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 create a new backup job.
- Select the Windows Live Mail folder as the source for the backup.
- Choose the external hard drive as the destination for the backup.
- Set the backup schedule and other options as desired.
- Click "Start" to begin the backup process.
Regardless of the method you choose, make sure to test the backup by restoring the files to a temporary location to ensure that they are intact and can be accessed.
Additional tips:
- It's a good idea to backup your Windows Live Mail data regularly, especially if you have a large number of emails or important messages.
- Consider using a cloud backup service, such as Microsoft OneDrive or Google Drive, to store your Windows Live Mail data in addition to an external hard drive.
- If you're using a third-party backup software, make sure to read the documentation and understand the backup process before proceeding.