Export Gmail to EML Quickly
The tool responds quickly. It scans the particular Gmail account to convert data to EML format. The work process takes a few minutes.
Benefit: Finish a Gmail-to-EML run without long waits.
SoftakenExport Gmail to EML
A highly interactive application to easily access Gmail to EML
Key Characteristics
- Windows · Mac · Linux
- Google mail hosted in the cloud; connect via IMAP with your login or app password. backup
- Standard single-message email file used by Thunderbird, Apple Mail, Windows Live Mail, Outlook Express, and more. export
- Demo: 10 items
- Quick Gmail to EML: Export Google mail hosted in the cloud; connect via IMAP with your login or app password. to Standard single-message email file used by Thunderbird, Apple Mail, Windows Live Mail, Outlook Express, and more. in a guided workflow.
- Safe export: Export data safely with attachments and message properties preserved.
- Open across clients: View Gmail mail in Apple Mail, Thunderbird, Windows Live Mail, and other EML-supported apps.
- Full or filtered access: Export all required Gmail data, or filter folders such as Inbox, Sent Items, Social, Drafts, and Outbox.
- One account at a time: Handle one Gmail account per session for a smooth export process.
- Supported platforms: Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, and 7 — also Mac and Linux.
Gmail · IMAPEML / EMLXFolder filter
Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Pick your OS, then download or buy. Free demo: up to 10 items.
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100% SafeQuick Facts
- Source
- Gmail (IMAP)
- Output
- EML
- Demo
- 10 items
- Platform
- Windows · Mac · Linux
Why export Gmail to EML?
Gmail is an excellent web mail service as it works smoothly to send and receive information. But when it comes to safety of mails you cannot entirely depend on Gmail. At this point of time, email clients work great as they protect your mails from data error, mismanagement and hacking.
Software interface
Real Softaken Export Gmail to EML screens — Gmail login, folder tree, EML export option, then run backup. Click a step or the arrows; click a screenshot to enlarge. More screens: screenshot gallery.
Buy License Online Free demo: 10 items
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How to export Gmail to EML
Follow these steps to Export Gmail to EML on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Step-by-step export
- Install Softaken Export Gmail to EML and open the Gmail export workflow.
- Connect your Gmail account with IMAP login or an app password.
- Select Gmail folders (Inbox, Sent, Drafts, or custom labels) to export.
- Choose EML as the export format and browse a save path.
- Run the backup and open the EML files in Thunderbird, Apple Mail, Windows Live Mail, or another supported client.
Features & Benefits to Export Gmail to EML/EMLX
Key characteristics from the product — with a short benefit under each one.
Connect with Desirable Gmail Account
The cool app supports users to connect any Gmail account to the app. For this they just need to provide the tool with correct email ID and password.
Benefit: Start export as soon as valid Gmail credentials are supplied.
Access Gmail to Multiple Platforms
With this Gmail to EML exporter, users find it is easy to access Gmail data to Apple Mail, Thunderbird, WLM and multiple other email clients. It offers hassle free migration approach.
Benefit: One EML set opens across common desktop mail apps.
Filter the Export Data
The tool allows you to connect a desirable Gmail account as well as gives flexibility to export the Gmail data that you find necessary. Instruct the tool by filter Inbox, Sent Items, Social, Drafts, Outbox etc.
Benefit: Export only the Gmail folders you need.
Preserve Quality
Quality of export is remarkable as the tool scans all components of emails including CC, BCC, To and From. It exports attachments too to find the conversion result satisfactory.
Benefit: Headers and attachments stay with each EML message.
Easy to Operate
The application is found very easy to handle by anyone. It doesn't matter how much well versed you are technically, the tool is operated easily. It doesn't need technical assistance to work smoothly.
Benefit: Beginners can finish an export without extra training.
Free version: Download the free version of the app. It is available at our online store. License is available for both personal and commercial users to find unlimited data export support.
Export Gmail to EML FAQs
1. Does the software supported with Mac OS system?
Yes. Alongside Windows, Mac and Linux builds are available. Download Softaken Export Gmail to EML for your OS and run the same workflow.
2. Is it possible to convert selected folders from Gmail to EML using this software?
Yes. You can filter the export and choose any folder you want to save as EML.
3. Can I view the converted EML file in Outlook Express?
Yes. You can open the EML files in EML-supported clients including Outlook Express, Windows Live Mail, Thunderbird, and similar apps.
4. What can I get with the demo version?
The free demo lets you evaluate the software and convert up to 10 Gmail items to EML before you buy.
Software Specifications
Gmail via IMAP — Connect with Gmail ID and password or an app password when 2FA is on. Standalone desktop app — open the EML files afterward in Thunderbird, Apple Mail, Windows Live Mail, or another supported client. See the IMAP settings guide.
Free demo evaluation: Export up to 10 items so you can test Gmail login, folder selection, and EML output before buying. Full license unlocks unlimited export from $29 on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Supported
Windows · Mac · Linux
Source
Gmail (IMAP)
Demo
10 items
Output
EML
Platform specifications
System requirements and installer packages for Softaken Export Gmail to EML on each supported OS.
Windows
Desktop installer
- Operating System
- Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7 & Other (32-bit & 64-bit) supported
- Package
- .exe installer (code-signed)
- Processor
- Intel, AMD, or compatible 64-bit/32-bit processor
- RAM
- 512 MB Minimum
- Disk Space
- 100 MB free for installation
- Display
- 1024×768 or higher
macOS
Apple desktop build
- Operating System
- macOS 10.15 Catalina and later supported (Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma & newer)
- Package
- .dmg installer (code-signed)
- Processor
- Intel or Apple Silicon
- RAM
- 512 MB Minimum
- Disk Space
- 100 MB free for installation
- Display
- 1280×800 or higher
Linux
AppImage & Debian package
- Operating System
- Ubuntu 18.04+, Debian 9+, CentOS 7+ and other modern distributions supported
- Package
- AppImage and .deb
- Architecture
- x86_64 (64-bit)
- RAM
- 512 MB Minimum
- Disk Space
- 100 MB free for installation
- Desktop
- GNOME, KDE, XFCE and similar environments
Product Details
- License
- Free demo / Full
- Starting Price
- $29
- Platform
- Windows · Mac · Linux
- Support
- Emails, Chat & Skype · [email protected]
Related Guides
Demo vs Licensed Version
Try Gmail login, folder pick, and EML export on sample mail. The licensed version removes item limits for full mailbox backups.
| Features | DEMO Version | FULL Version |
|---|---|---|
| Connect Gmail via IMAP | Available | Available |
| Folder selection & filters | Available | Available |
| Export to EML | Available | Available |
| Metadata & attachments | Available | Available |
| Windows, Mac & Linux | Available | Available |
| Limitation | Up to 10 items | Unlimited |
| License | Free demo | Full |
Softaken Reviews
What Our Users Say
Notes from people who exported Gmail mailboxes to EML with Softaken.
PATTY HERRERACustomer feedback
Mexico
A very nice and effective solution to export Google data to EML format.
A very nice and effective solution to export Google data to EML format. I have utilized this application several times and want to recommend it to them who want to convert Gmail data to EML format.
What I liked
Effective Gmail to EML export
Richard FernsCustomer feedback
United States
Great tool with simple steps working and it took a very small amount …
Great tool with simple steps working and it took a very small amount of time to export Gmail data to EML format. I have not faced any difficulty in handing the tool.
What I liked
Simple steps, fast
Manuel Borobio SanchizCustomer feedback
Spain
The demo version of Gmail to EML Exporter is really amazing.
The demo version of Gmail to EML Exporter is really amazing. I tested it without any loss. I am really amazed with its working that without taking any time I applied for the license and exported unlimited data from Gmail to EML format.
What I liked
Solid demo, then full export
Ready to export Gmail to EML?
Back up Gmail to EML on Windows, Mac, or Linux with Softaken Export Gmail to EML.
- Windows · Mac · Linux
- Gmail · EML
- Demo: 10 items
