100% Standalone Toolkit: Convert and export Unix-style mailbox archive (.mbox / .mbx) used by Thunderbird, Apple Mail exports, and many other clients. files via File Mode or Folder Mode without needing Microsoft Outlook installed. Preserves structure and content—CC, BCC, To, From, Date, and Attachments.
One-Stop MBOX Conversion Application
A sophisticated application to export MBOX files to a range of email clients or platforms. The conversion program is easy-to-use and delivers 100% accurate results. It reduces the risk of data loss during conversion by preserving structure and content. The one-stop application exports MBOX to PST, MSG, NSF, TGZ, EML, HTML, MHTML, PDF, EMLX, Gmail and IMAP Server effortlessly and accurately. It is a self-descriptive app to export data without technical experience and expertise.
.mbox / .mbx). files in one run, including selective picks.pst). and Outlook message file (.msg)..tgz)..emlx)., or in Thunderbird, Entourage, and more with Standard email message file (.eml).Free demo exports up to 10 items per MBOX folder. Full license unlocks unlimited conversion. Windows only — Microsoft Outlook is not required.
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The advanced tool gives you no reason to feel regret for conversion quality as it exports MBOX data to the desired file format with top accuracy. During conversion, it exports emails with all meta properties intact and unmodified. The structure of emails remains the same and there is no loss of content.
The conversion program manages to export MBOX data to a range of email clients in four easy steps. A novice can handle the application for MBOX conversion without technical needs. It is a self-descriptive program to transfer MBOX files to multiple platforms. It never puzzles users. The tool is straightforward.
The application allows users to export MBOX files to various major email clients such as Entourage, Thunderbird, MS Outlook, WLM, Apple Mail, and many others. It is one-stop to meet the MBOX conversion needs of users. An MBOX file of any size can be exported by the program.
Real Softaken MBOX Suite screens — launch, browse & preview, choose format, then authenticate for Gmail/IMAP when needed. Click a step or the arrows, and click a screenshot to enlarge it. More screens are in the full screenshot gallery.
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Browse MBOX → preview → choose format or IMAP → convert.
See Softaken MBOX Suite on Windows: add MBOX via File Mode or Folder Mode, preview items, choose an export format or connect to Gmail/IMAP with account credentials, then convert—without needing Microsoft Outlook installed.
Export MBOX to multiple formats and IMAP targets on Windows — without Microsoft Outlook installed.
The conversion program exports single MBOX files and multiple MBOX files to the specified file format. Batch conversion simplifies the conversion goal. It makes the conversion process hassle-free for organizations and individuals looking to export multiple MBOX files.
Benefit: Convert one MBOX or many in the same run.
The tool has two types of file filtration modes—File Mode and Folder Mode. The File Mode allows users to select and upload single and specially picked MBOX files. The Folder Mode allows users to select multiple MBOX files at once.
Benefit: Pick exact files or whole folders.
The conversion program has no file size restriction. It exports MBOX files of any size. An MBOX file holding multiple emails can export swiftly by the app. It supports all MBOX versions. It exports MBOXRD, MBOXCL2, and MBOXCL file formats to export data without losing quality.
Benefit: Any size, including MBOXRD / MBOXCL2 / MBOXCL.
The advanced tool exports MBOX emails with attachments. All types of attachments and any size of attachments can export by the app. It extracts attachments from multiple MBOX files to export to the specified file format.
Benefit: Keep attachments with the export you choose.
It is a safe application. The tool preserves each MBOX file quality by restoring structure and meta properties. During conversion, the app exports emails with CC, BCC, To, From, Date, and Attachments in their original formats. The data remains the same and unchanged.
Benefit: CC, BCC, To, From, Date & attachments stay intact.
The export program is well suited for individuals, small businesses, and enterprises. It is bug-free. It can export data offline. It gives users control over results. It is a lightweight application. The following qualities make it a suitable choice for all users.
Benefit: Offline export with control over what you save.
The licensed version is valid for an indefinite duration. Users can use the app as long as they desire. The license versions for individual and business users are valid for an unlimited time. However, users can renew the app if Softaken launches the upgraded versions.
Benefit: Keep using the license with no end date.
The conversion app exports MBOX files to MS Outlook for Windows by converting MBOX into PST and MBOX into MSG. For MBOX into PST, it can create single or multiple PST files. After conversion, the exported data is accessible to Outlook 2024, 2021, 2019, 2016, Microsoft 365, and earlier versions.
Benefit: Open mail in modern Outlook after export.
The advanced conversion program exports MBOX to EML in four easy steps. After conversion, the exported data can be accessed in Thunderbird, Entourage, WLM, Eudora, Spicebird, and various other email clients supporting Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Benefit: Use EML with Thunderbird, Entourage, WLM & more.
MBOX supports Apple Mail. However, it is not the default file format of Apple Mail. With this conversion app, users can export MBOX to EMLX which is the default file format of Apple Mail. The exported data is accessible to Mac devices.
Benefit: Open converted mail in Apple Mail as EMLX.
The advanced app converts MBOX files into web pages to archive data online by exporting MBOX into HTML and MBOX into MHTML. All email components including attachments transfer to HTML or MHTML format without losing structure.
Benefit: Archive mail as browsable web pages.
MBOX file format is not supported with Lotus Notes. Conversion of MBOX to NSF file format is essential to open MBOX data on Lotus Notes. The conversion app exports selective MBOX files to NSF file format. Multiple MBOX files save in a single NSF file format.
Benefit: Open MBOX mail inside Lotus Notes via NSF.
The advanced app exports MBOX files to Zimbra by exporting MBOX to TGZ in four easy steps. All selected MBOX files can export to Zimbra at once. The bulk conversion feature saves time and energy for users.
Benefit: Move many MBOX files into Zimbra as TGZ.
With MBOX to PDF conversion, users can make MBOX files accessible to a range of platforms such as online, chatting tools, and email clients. MBOX to PDF conversion makes archiving of various email client data convenient and accessible. The tool exports MBOX to PDF in four easy steps.
Benefit: Share and archive mail as PDF.
The sophisticated app supports the conversion of MBOX files to the required Gmail account. It connects with the given Gmail account automatically as you enter the email address and the password of the account. It saves the exported data to the specified folder of your Gmail.
Benefit: Land exports in the Gmail folder you choose.
The conversion app exports MBOX to a specified IMAP-server tool such as Gmail, Yahoo, AOL, and many others. It connects automatically with the given IMAP account as you provide the correct email address, password, port, and host details.
Benefit: Push mail to Yahoo, AOL, and other IMAP accounts.
You get file export to PST, MSG, NSF, TGZ, EML, HTML, MHTML, PDF, and EMLX, plus Gmail and IMAP targets such as Yahoo and AOL. Emails export with attachments, and you can extract attachments from multiple MBOX files into the format you choose. Separate contacts/calendars extractors and Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace / Hotmail as named suite targets aren’t listed here.
No — Microsoft Outlook is not required to load MBOX with File Mode or Folder Mode. Thunderbird is an EML destination client, not something you must install to start. You only need account credentials when uploading to Gmail or IMAP.
For Gmail, sign in with email and password. For IMAP (including Gmail, Yahoo, and AOL), enter email, password, port, and host. Microsoft 365 as a named suite target, OAuth, App Passwords, and MFA-specific steps aren’t covered on this page.
It exports MBOX of any size and supports MBOXRD, MBOXCL2, and MBOXCL. Apple Mail is listed as an EMLX destination (and as a major email client target). Google Takeout, Postbox, SeaMonkey, and Opera Mail aren’t named as MBOX sources here.
Yes — you can extract attachments from multiple MBOX files and export them to the format you choose, along with emails that include attachments. A dedicated attachments-only mode that skips email bodies isn’t described separately beyond that.
PDF export for archiving and accessibility is included. Bates Numbering and legal eDiscovery companion-attachment packaging aren’t claimed. Attachments stay with formats that include them, including HTML/MHTML structure.
Yes for the documented fields — CC, BCC, To, From, Date, and Attachments stay in their original formats, and structure is preserved. HTML/MHTML keep email components including attachments. Inline graphics and full RFC-822 labels aren’t itemized further here.
The free demo lets you convert up to 10 items per MBOX folder so you can preview and test export. The full license removes the limit and starts from $69.
Standalone: File Mode / Folder Mode — Microsoft Outlook is not required to load MBOX. Gmail uses email + password; IMAP uses email, password, port, and host. Preserves CC, BCC, To, From, Date, and Attachments.
Formats & targets: PST, MSG, NSF, TGZ, EML, EMLX, HTML, MHTML, PDF · Gmail · IMAP (Yahoo, AOL, and others). MBOXRD / MBOXCL2 / MBOXCL supported.
Free demo: Export up to 10 items per MBOX folder. Full license unlocks unlimited conversion.
System requirements for the Windows desktop installer.
Desktop installer
The free demo exports up to 10 items per MBOX folder so you can test conversion. The full license unlocks unlimited export.
| Features | DEMO Version | FULL Version |
|---|---|---|
| File formats: PST, MSG, NSF, TGZ, EML, EMLX, HTML, MHTML, PDF | Available | Available |
| Gmail + IMAP (Yahoo, AOL, and others) | Available | Available |
| File Mode & Folder Mode | Available | Available |
| Attachments + CC/BCC/To/From/Date | Available | Available |
| MBOXRD / MBOXCL2 / MBOXCL | Available | Available |
| Support Windows 11/10/8/7 & others | Available | Available |
| Limitation | 10 items / MBOX folder | Unlimited |
| Price | FREE | $69 |
Client feedback from Softaken customers who convert MBOX files with MBOX Conversion Suite on Windows.
United States
The MBOX converter tool was a game-changer for me. It has made MBOX file conversion effortless. It has saved my time from a manual tiring process. Highly recommended!
Australia
The tool is above my expectations. Its user-friendly interface converts selective MBOX files to PST. It is a value-to-money program. Thank you!
France
I needed to convert my MBOX files to EML format. It is a fantastic solution. Its flawless conversion has won my heart. I have recommended it to my friends.
New Zealand
It efficiently converts my MBOX files to PDF format. Preserve the email hierarchy and maintain the integrity of the messages.
United States
A highly recommended application for those looking to migrate or convert their email data stored in MBOX files to a range of platforms like Outlook, Apple Mail, Entourage, Lotus Notes, PDF, and cloud platforms. It exports files without losing structure and quality.
Italy
This MBOX Suite offers a convenient and efficient conversion of MBOX files of any size to your choice of file formats like PST, EML, MSG, PDF, and more. From individuals to small and large businesses, the application is a suitable choice to handle large amounts of data and maintain the integrity of emails, attachments, and folder structures during conversion.
Germany
We have downloaded the Enterprise version of this MBOX Suite to 100 systems. It is working seamlessly in all. The app maintains accuracy and ensures conversion of all email content, including text, formatting, and attachments without corrupting the folder hierarchies and preserve metadata.
Sweden
After using this application for a month, I can say that ease of use is another important aspect of this application. Its user-friendly interface and intuitive workflow offer conversion without technical expertise. Its interface's clear instructions contribute to a smooth conversion experience.
Load MBOX with File or Folder Mode, preview items, and export to PST, EML, PDF, Gmail, IMAP, and more — without Outlook installed.
