How to transfer all mail from outlook to gmail

Transferring all your emails from Outlook to Gmail can be a bit of a process, but it's doable. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you achieve this:

Method 1: Using Outlook's built-in export feature

  1. Open Outlook and go to the "File" menu.
  2. Click on "Open & Export" and select "Export to a file".
  3. Choose "Comma Separated Values (CSV)" as the file format.
  4. Select the folders you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, etc.).
  5. Click "Next" and choose a location to save the CSV file.
  6. Click "Finish" to start the export process.

Method 2: Using a third-party tool

  1. Download and install a third-party tool like Outlook2Gmail or Outlook to Gmail Converter.
  2. Follow the tool's instructions to export your Outlook emails to a CSV file.
  3. Log in to your Gmail account and go to the "Settings" (gear icon).
  4. Click on "Accounts and Import" and then "Import mail and contacts".
  5. Select "CSV" as the file format and upload the exported CSV file.
  6. Follow the import process to transfer your emails to Gmail.

Method 3: Using IMAP

  1. Set up IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) in Outlook to connect to your Gmail account.
  2. Go to the "File" menu and click on "Account Settings".
  3. Click on "Account" and then "Change" next to "Account Type".
  4. Select "IMAP" and enter your Gmail account credentials.
  5. Click "OK" to save the changes.
  6. In Outlook, select the folders you want to transfer (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, etc.).
  7. Right-click on each folder and select "Export" > "Export to a file".
  8. Choose "Comma Separated Values (CSV)" as the file format.
  9. Select a location to save the CSV file.
  10. Repeat the process for each folder you want to transfer.
  11. Log in to your Gmail account and go to the "Settings" (gear icon).
  12. Click on "Accounts and Import" and then "Import mail and contacts".
  13. Select "CSV" as the file format and upload the exported CSV files.
  14. Follow the import process to transfer your emails to Gmail.

Tips and considerations

Remember to be patient and take your time when transferring your emails from Outlook to Gmail. It may take some effort, but it's worth it to have all your emails in one place!