How do i save my emails from mac mail

There are a few ways to save your emails from Mac Mail:

Method 1: Export emails as a.mbox file

  1. Open Mac Mail.
  2. Select the mailbox or folder you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent, or a specific folder).
  3. Go to File > Export > Export Mailbox.
  4. Choose a location to save the file (e.g., your desktop).
  5. Select the format as mbox.
  6. Click Export.

This will create a.mbox file that contains all the emails in the selected mailbox or folder.

Method 2: Export emails as a.eml file

  1. Open Mac Mail.
  2. Select the email you want to export (or multiple emails by holding the Command key while selecting).
  3. Go to File > Export > Export Email.
  4. Choose a location to save the file (e.g., your desktop).
  5. Select the format as EML.
  6. Click Export.

This will create a.eml file for each selected email.

Method 3: Use the "Save As" feature

  1. Open Mac Mail.
  2. Select the email you want to save (or multiple emails by holding the Command key while selecting).
  3. Right-click (or Control-click) on the selected email(s) and choose Save As.
  4. Choose a location to save the file (e.g., your desktop).
  5. Select the format as EML or mbox.
  6. Click Save.

This method is similar to Method 2, but it allows you to save individual emails as.eml files.

Method 4: Use a third-party email client or converter

There are many third-party email clients and converters available that can help you save your emails from Mac Mail. Some popular options include:

Remember to always back up your emails regularly to prevent data loss.