How to download all google mails in one account

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Downloading all Google Mail (Gmail) emails in one account can be a bit of a challenge, but it's doable. Here are the steps:

Method 1: Using Gmail's built-in feature

  1. Log in to your Gmail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
  3. Go to the "Filters and Blocked Addresses" tab.
  4. Click on "Create a new filter."
  5. In the "From" field, enter me (this will filter all emails sent to your account).
  6. Click "Create filter."
  7. In the "Apply the label" dropdown, select "Apply the label: All Mail."
  8. Click "Create."
  9. Go to the "Labels" tab and click on the "All Mail" label.
  10. Click on the three vertical dots next to the label and select "Export all messages."
  11. Choose the format you want to export the emails in (e.g., MBOX, EML, or CSV).
  12. Click "Export."

Method 2: Using a third-party tool

There are several third-party tools available that can help you download all your Gmail emails. Here are a few options:

  1. Systools Gmail Backup: This tool allows you to backup your Gmail emails to your local computer. You can download the emails in various formats, including MBOX, EML, and PST.
  2. Gmail Backup: This tool is a free online service that allows you to backup your Gmail emails to your Google Drive account or download them to your local computer.
  3. Gmail Export: This tool allows you to export your Gmail emails to your local computer in various formats, including MBOX, EML, and CSV.

Method 3: Using a browser extension

There are also browser extensions available that can help you download your Gmail emails. Here are a few options:

  1. Gmail Backup: This browser extension allows you to backup your Gmail emails to your Google Drive account or download them to your local computer.
  2. Gmail Export: This browser extension allows you to export your Gmail emails to your local computer in various formats, including MBOX, EML, and CSV.

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