Can i import from windows live mail to thunderbird
Yes, you can import emails from Windows Live Mail to Thunderbird. Here are the steps:
Method 1: Using the built-in import feature in Thunderbird
- Download and install Thunderbird if you haven't already.
- Launch Thunderbird and go to File > Import.
- Select Mail from the import options and click Next.
- Choose Windows Live Mail as the import source and click Next.
- Follow the prompts to select the Windows Live Mail profile you want to import and choose the folders you want to import (e.g., Inbox, Sent, Drafts, etc.).
- Click Finish to start the import process.
Method 2: Using the Windows Live Mail Export feature
- Open Windows Live Mail and go to File > Export.
- Select Export to a file and choose EML as the file format.
- Choose the folders you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent, Drafts, etc.).
- Click Export to save the emails as EML files.
- In Thunderbird, go to File > Import and select Import EML files.
- Choose the folder where you saved the EML files and click Open.
- Thunderbird will import the emails from the EML files.
Method 3: Using a third-party converter
There are also third-party tools available that can convert Windows Live Mail data to Thunderbird. Some popular options include:
- EML to MBOX Converter
- Windows Live Mail to Thunderbird Converter
- MailDroid
These tools can convert your Windows Live Mail data to a format that Thunderbird can read, making it easier to import your emails.
Remember to always back up your email data before attempting to import it into Thunderbird, as there's a risk of data loss or corruption during the import process.