How do i export windows live mail folders
Windows Live Mail (WLM) is a great email client, but sometimes you might need to export your folders to another email client or service. Here are the steps to export Windows Live Mail folders:
Method 1: Exporting folders using Windows Live Mail
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Click on the "File" menu and select "Export" (or press Ctrl + E).
- In the "Export" window, select "Export to a file" and choose the format you want to export to (e.g., EML, PST, or MSG).
- Select the folders you want to export by checking the boxes next to them.
- Choose a location to save the exported files and click "Export".
- Wait for the export process to complete.
Method 2: Exporting folders using Windows Live Mail's built-in backup feature
- Open Windows Live Mail.
- Click on the "File" menu and select "Backup" (or press Ctrl + Shift + B).
- In the "Backup" window, select the folders you want to backup by checking the boxes next to them.
- Choose a location to save the backup file and click "Backup".
- Wait for the backup process to complete.
- You can then use a third-party tool to convert the backup file to a format compatible with your new email client or service.
Method 3: Using a third-party tool to export Windows Live Mail folders
- Download and install a third-party tool like Windows Live Mail Converter or EML to PST Converter.
- Launch the tool and select the Windows Live Mail profile you want to export.
- Choose the folders you want to export and select the export format (e.g., PST, EML, or MSG).
- Follow the tool's instructions to complete the export process.
Some popular third-party tools for exporting Windows Live Mail folders include:
- Windows Live Mail Converter
- EML to PST Converter
- MailDroid
- Outlook Import Wizard
Remember to always back up your email data before making any changes or exporting your folders.