30 July 2025, 02:26 PM
Need to convert MBOX files to EML format but unsure of the best method? Don’t worry—there are two effective ways to get it done: manual and automated.
Manual Methods:
Automated Method: Use MailConverterTools MBOX File Converter
If you need a quicker and smoother process, the MailConverterTools MBOX File Converter is a smarter option. It lets you convert MBOX files to EML in just a few clicks. You can preview emails, keep attachments and folder hierarchy intact, and even convert to other formats like PST, MSG, and CSV.
Steps to Convert MBOX to EML
Manual Methods:
- Using Thunderbird’s Save As Option
- Open Thunderbird and select the MBOX folder.
- Choose emails (Ctrl+A for all) > Right-click > Save As.
- Select a folder to save the emails. Each email will be saved as .eml.
- Open Thunderbird and select the MBOX folder.
- Using ImportExportTools NG Add-on
- Install the add-on in Thunderbird.
- Right-click on the MBOX folder > ImportExportTools NG > Export all messages as .eml.
- Select the destination folder and save.
- Install the add-on in Thunderbird.
Automated Method: Use MailConverterTools MBOX File Converter
If you need a quicker and smoother process, the MailConverterTools MBOX File Converter is a smarter option. It lets you convert MBOX files to EML in just a few clicks. You can preview emails, keep attachments and folder hierarchy intact, and even convert to other formats like PST, MSG, and CSV.
Steps to Convert MBOX to EML
- Download and install the MBOX Converter Tool on your system.
- Launch the software and click on Add File(s) to load your MBOX file(s).
- Choose the desired MBOX file or entire folder for conversion.
- Preview the email contents before exporting (optional).
- From the Save/Export As option, select EML as the output format.
- Choose the destination path where you want to save the converted EML files.
- Click on the Convert button to start the process.
- Once completed, go to the selected folder to access your newly saved EML files.
