How to backup gmail to another mail account

There are a few ways to backup your Gmail account to another email account. Here are a few methods:

Method 1: Using IMAP

  1. Enable IMAP in your Gmail account settings:
    • Log in to your Gmail account.
    • Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner.
    • Select "See all settings."
    • Scroll down to the "Forwarding and POP/IMAP" tab.
    • Enable IMAP.
  2. Set up IMAP in your other email account:
    • Log in to your other email account.
    • Check if IMAP is enabled. If not, enable it.
    • Set up a new IMAP account in your email client (e.g., Outlook, Thunderbird) using your Gmail account credentials.
  3. Sync your Gmail account with your other email account:
    • Your emails will be synced between the two accounts.

Method 2: Using POP

  1. Enable POP in your Gmail account settings:
    • Log in to your Gmail account.
    • Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner.
    • Select "See all settings."
    • Scroll down to the "Forwarding and POP/IMAP" tab.
    • Enable POP.
  2. Set up POP in your other email account:
    • Log in to your other email account.
    • Check if POP is enabled. If not, enable it.
    • Set up a new POP account in your email client (e.g., Outlook, Thunderbird) using your Gmail account credentials.
  3. Sync your Gmail account with your other email account:
    • Your emails will be synced between the two accounts.

Method 3: Using a third-party backup service

  1. Choose a third-party backup service:
    • There are many services available, such as Backupify, Spanning Cloud Apps, or CodeTwo Backup for Gmail.
  2. Sign up for the service:
    • Follow the service's instructions to sign up and create an account.
  3. Connect your Gmail account to the service:
    • Follow the service's instructions to connect your Gmail account to their platform.
  4. Set up the backup:
    • Choose the frequency and scope of the backup (e.g., daily, weekly, all emails, or specific labels).
  5. Monitor the backup:
    • Check the service's dashboard to ensure the backup is working correctly.

Method 4: Using a browser extension

  1. Choose a browser extension:
    • There are many browser extensions available, such as Gmail Backup or Email Backup.
  2. Install the extension:
    • Follow the extension's instructions to install it in your browser.
  3. Configure the extension:
    • Follow the extension's instructions to configure it to backup your Gmail account.
  4. Run the backup:
    • The extension will backup your Gmail account according to the settings you configured.

Remember to always check the terms of service for any third-party backup service or browser extension to ensure they comply with Gmail's terms of service.