How to archive windows live mail

Windows Live Mail is a discontinued email client, and Microsoft no longer supports it. However, you can still archive your emails using various methods. Here are a few ways to archive your Windows Live Mail emails:

Method 1: Export emails to PST file

1. Open Windows Live Mail.
2. Go to File > Export > Export to a file.
3. Select Personal Folders File (.pst) as the export format.
4. Choose the folders you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, etc.).
5. Select a location to save the exported file.
6. Click Export to start the export process.

Method 2: Export emails to EML files

1. Open Windows Live Mail.
2. Go to File > Export > Export to a file.
3. Select Email Messages (.eml) as the export format.
4. Choose the folders you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, etc.).
5. Select a location to save the exported files.
6. Click Export to start the export process.

Method 3: Use a third-party tool

There are several third-party tools available that can help you archive your Windows Live Mail emails. Some popular options include:

• EML to PST Converter: A free tool that converts EML files to PST files.
• Windows Live Mail Backup: A free tool that backs up your Windows Live Mail emails and settings.
• MailDroid: A paid tool that allows you to export your Windows Live Mail emails to various formats, including PST, EML, and MSG.

Method 4: Use Outlook

If you have Microsoft Outlook installed on your computer, you can import your Windows Live Mail emails into Outlook. Here's how:

1. Open Outlook.
2. Go to File > Open & Export > Import/Export.
3. Select Export to a file and choose Personal Folders File (.pst) as the export format.
4. Choose the folders you want to import (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, etc.).
5. Select a location to save the imported file.
6. Click Export to start the import process.

Remember to always back up your emails before archiving them, in case you need to recover them later.