Migrate email from outlook to another computer

Migrating email from Outlook to another computer can be a bit of a process, but it's definitely doable. Here are the steps to follow:

Method 1: Export and Import using Outlook

  1. Export emails from Outlook on the old computer:
    • Open Outlook on the old computer.
    • Go to File > Open & Export > Export to a file.
    • Select "Outlook Data File (.pst)" as the file type.
    • Choose the folders you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, etc.).
    • Click "Next" and then "Finish" to export the emails.
  2. Transfer the exported file to the new computer:
    • Copy the exported.pst file to a USB drive, cloud storage, or email it to yourself.
  3. Import emails into Outlook on the new computer:
    • Open Outlook on the new computer.
    • Go to File > Open & Export > Import/Export.
    • Select "Import from another program or file" and then "Outlook Data File (.pst)".
    • Browse to the location of the exported.pst file and select it.
    • Choose the folders you want to import (e.g., Inbox, Sent Items, etc.).
    • Click "Next" and then "Finish" to import the emails.

Method 2: Use Outlook's built-in migration tool

  1. Connect both computers to the same network:
    • Make sure both computers are connected to the same network.
  2. Use Outlook's built-in migration tool:
    • Open Outlook on the old computer.
    • Go to File > Account Settings > Account Settings.
    • Click on "Change" next to the email account you want to migrate.
    • Click on "More Settings" and then "Advanced".
    • Under "Other settings", click on "Migration" and then "Migrate to another computer".
    • Follow the prompts to migrate your email account to the new computer.

Method 3: Use a third-party email migration tool

  1. Choose a third-party email migration tool:
    • There are many third-party tools available that can help you migrate your email from Outlook to another computer. Some popular options include:
      • CodeTwo Outlook Migration
      • Outlook Migration Tool
      • MailStore Home
  2. Follow the tool's instructions:
    • Download and install the chosen tool on both computers.
    • Follow the tool's instructions to migrate your email account from the old computer to the new computer.

Regardless of the method you choose, make sure to back up your email account before migrating to ensure that you don't lose any important emails or data.