How to import windows live mail to thunderbird

To import Windows Live Mail (WLM) to Thunderbird, you'll need to follow these steps:

Method 1: Using the built-in Import feature in Thunderbird

1. Open Thunderbird and go to File > Import.
2. Select Mail from the import options.
3. Choose Windows Live Mail as the import source.
4. Click Next and select the WLM data file (.eml) you want to import.
5. Follow the prompts to complete the import process.

Method 2: Using the MBOX converter

1. Download and install a third-party MBOX converter, such as EML to MBOX Converter or Windows Live Mail to MBOX Converter.
2. Launch the converter and select the WLM data file (.eml) you want to import.
3. Choose the output format as MBOX.
4. Convert the WLM data file to MBOX format.
5. Open Thunderbird and go to File > Import.
6. Select MBOX as the import source.
7. Choose the converted MBOX file and follow the prompts to complete the import process.

Method 3: Using the IMAP protocol

1. Set up an IMAP account in Thunderbird. You can do this by going to File > New > IMAP Mail Account.
2. Enter your WLM email address and password.
3. Thunderbird will connect to your WLM account using IMAP.
4. You can then import your WLM emails and contacts into Thunderbird.

Additional tips:

• Make sure you have the necessary permissions and access to the WLM data file.
• If you're using Method 1, ensure that the WLM data file is in the correct format (EML).
• If you're using Method 2, ensure that the converter is compatible with your WLM data file format.
• If you're using Method 3, ensure that your WLM account is set up to allow IMAP access.