Learn How to Export Claws Mail to Outlook PST Format

How to export emails from Claws Mail to Outlook application?

Hey there! If you're reading this,chances are you're looking to move your emails from Claws Mail to Outlook. I get it - while Claws Mail is a decent open-source email client,many of us eventually need to switch to Outlook for work or better features. The good news is,making this switch isn't as complicated as it might seem. Let me walk you through the process step by step.
Quick Heads Up:Before we dive in,take a quick backup of your Claws Mail data. Better safe than sorry,right?

What's the Game Plan?

So,here's the deal - we need to get your emails from Claws Mail (which uses MBOX format) to Outlook (which uses PST). It's like translating between two languages,but for emails. We'll do this in two main steps:

  • First,we'll get your emails out of Claws Mail
  • Then,we'll convert them into a format Outlook can understand
Fun Fact:MBOX is actually a pretty common format - lots of email programs use it. Think of it as a universal email language that we can work with.

Step 1:Getting Your Emails Out of Claws Mail

Alright,let's get started! Claws Mail makes it pretty straightforward to export your emails. Here's what you need to do:

  • Fire up your ClawsMail email client
  • Look for the File menu and find the "Export to MBOX file" option
  • Pick the folder you want to export (you can do this one at a time)
  • Hit the Browse button and choose where you want to save it
  • Click Save,and you're done with this part!
Pro Tip:When picking where to save your files,make sure you've got enough space. Emails with lots of attachments can take up quite a bit of room!

Great! Now that we've got your emails exported,let's move on to the next step.

Step 2:Making Outlook Happy

Now comes the fun part - converting your emails to a format Outlook will love. Here's how we'll do it:

  • Grab a copy of our MBOX to PST Converter(it's pretty straightforward to set up)
  • Use the Browse button to find your MBOX files
  • Take a quick look at the preview to make sure everything's there
  • Pick whether you want one big PST file or separate ones
  • Choose where you want to save the new files
  • Hit Convert Now and grab a coffee while it works its magic
What You'll Need:
  • Any Windows from 7 to 11 (32 or 64-bit works fine)
  • At least 2GB of RAM (more is better)
  • About 500MB of free space
  • Admin rights on your computer

Once the conversion is done,you'll find your shiny new PST files ready to be opened in Outlook. Pretty neat,right?

The cool thing about this process is that it keeps everything intact - your email formatting,attachments,and all that good stuff. It's like moving your entire email history to a new home without losing anything.

Did You Know?The converter is smart enough to keep all your email details - who sent what,when,and to whom. It's like having a perfect memory of all your conversations!

Wrapping Up

So there you have it! Moving from Claws Mail to Outlook doesn't have to be a headache. With the right tools and a bit of patience,you can have all your emails safely transferred to Outlook in no time.

Want to try it out? We've got a free demo that lets you convert 10 items per folder. If you run into any snags,our support team is always here to help!

Need a Hand?Stuck somewhere? Our support team is just a message away. We're here to make sure your email migration goes smoothly!
Why You'll Love This Solution:
  • Handle multiple folders at once - no more one-by-one work
  • Your emails look exactly the same as before
  • All your folders stay organized just like you had them
  • Works with any version of Outlook you're using