How to backup windows mail windows 10

Windows Mail is a built-in email client in Windows 10, and backing up your emails is important to prevent data loss in case something goes wrong. Here are the steps to backup Windows Mail in Windows 10:

Method 1: Export Emails using Windows Mail

  1. Open Windows Mail by searching for it in the Start menu or by clicking on the Mail app in the Start menu.
  2. Click on the "File" menu and select "Export" from the drop-down menu.
  3. In the "Export" window, select "Export messages" and choose a location to save the backup file (e.g., an external hard drive or a cloud storage service like OneDrive).
  4. Choose the format you want to export your emails in (e.g., EML, PST, or MSG).
  5. Select the folders you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, Drafts, etc.).
  6. Click "Export" to start the backup process.

Method 2: Use the Windows Backup Tool

  1. Open the "Settings" app by searching for it in the Start menu or by clicking on the gear icon in the Start menu.
  2. Click on "Update & Security" and then click on "Backup" from the left menu.
  3. Click on "More options" and then select "Add a drive" or "Add a network location" to specify where you want to save your backup.
  4. Select the "Windows Mail" option under "Apps" and click "Next".
  5. Choose the folders you want to backup (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, Drafts, etc.).
  6. Click "Backup" to start the backup process.

Method 3: Use a Third-Party Backup Tool

There are many third-party backup tools available that can help you backup your Windows Mail emails, such as:

These tools often have a user-friendly interface and can help you backup your emails to an external hard drive, cloud storage service, or network location.

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