SysTools Email Backup Wizard

Back Up Microsoft 365, Gmail, and IMAP Emails to PST, MBOX, EML, MSG or PDF, Without Outlook

(Average Rating 4.9 Based on 1457 Reviews)

Download and store important emails from cloud mailboxes directly to your system, external drive, or network location while keeping the original folder structure intact.

  • Works with Microsoft 365 and Gmail Modern Authentication (OAuth 2.0)
  • Supports large mailboxes and multiple accounts
  • Save emails to local drive, USB, or NAS storage safely

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Best Email Backup Software for Large-Scale Export

Supports large mailboxes, multiple accounts, and complex export jobs

  • IMAP Backup Emails in Different Formats: PST, MBOX, EML, MSG, and PDF
  • Perform Multi-Account Downloads from Same or Different IMAP Servers
  • Email Backup Wizard Offers Date Filter to Export Emails from A Specific Time Range
  • Combine All Downloaded Emails into A Single Outlook PST File
  • Email Backup Software Original Folder Structure During Entire Download Process
  • Save Only Newly Received Emails Using Delta Backup Feature
  • Apply Custom Naming Formats Such As Subject+Date or From+Subject+Date
  • Retry Any Failed Items to Ensure A Complete and Error-Free Download
  • Allows Automatic Detectacts of IMAP Server Names and Port Numbers
  • Generate A Single Consolidated CSV Report for All Backed-up Accounts
  • Email Backup Tool is Compatible with both Windows and macOS

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Professional Mac Email Backup Wizard

A Powerful Mac Utility to Safely Archive or Backup Emails in Numerous File Formats

  • Save Emails to Mail Formats: PST, MBOX, EML, EMLX, MSG
  • Download Emails in Document Formats: PDF, TXT, CSV, HTML, MHT
  • Downloads Multiple Accounts Across the Same or Different IMAP Servers
  • Email Backup Tool Offers Delta Backup to Save Only Newly Received Emails
  • View Backup History of Previously Saved Emails Directly within This Tool
  • Save Email Based on Specific Date Ranges Using Date Filter Feature
  • Option to Delete Emails from the Server After A Successful Export
  • Email Downloader Maintains Original Folder Structure During Export Process
  • Customizable Naming Conventions such as Subject+Date or From+Subject+Date
  • Retry Failed Items to Ensure a Complete Export Without Omissions
  • Automatically Detects and Fills IMAP Server Names and Port Numbers
  • Generate A Consolidated CSV Report of All Backed-Up Accounts
  • Email Backup Software is Compatible with All Versions of macOS

Free Live Demo: – SysTools Mac Email Backup Tool Fully Secured Download Version

Awards Received by SysTools Email Backup Wizard

#1 Solution for Users to Export Email Messages Securely from Various Platforms

Enterprise-Grade Features of the SysTools Email Backup Software

MSPs Recommended Solution to Download Crucial Emails to System Storage Easily

Backup Web-Based Mailboxes

Backup Web-Based Mailboxes

Using the SysTools Email Backup Wizard, it becomes easier to download, and export data from single as well as multiple mailboxes from web-based email services. Add the email account to the software and back up data from the account to a local storage device.

Export in Several File Formats

Export in Several File Formats

During the backup procedure, there are several email formats that can be chosen as the export type. These formats include:

  • Windows: PST, MBOX, EML, MSG, & PDF
  • Mac: PST, PDF, MBOX, EML, EMLX, TXT, MSG, CSV, HTML, & MHT

The data after being exported can be accessed in the compatible email client.

Multiple Filters

Multiple Filtering Options

There are various email filters offered by the Email Backup software. The filters can be used to export specific data files from a user’s mailbox. Date-filter allows to choose dates from and to for setting a time zone to download emails from the given period. Category filter allows to choose items which the files are to be saved from.

Preserves Folder Hierarchy

Preserve Folder Structure

While creating a backup, the SysTools Email Backup Tool ensures that the structure of the folder is not modified and displays the same hierarchy as before backup. There are no alterations made to the data as well and the integrity is kept intact. All the metadata and properties of the emails are also maintained in a proper way.

Delete after Download

Option to Delete Data after Download

With the help of the Email Backup Wizard the data can be removed from the mailbox after exporting it to local system. The Delete after Download feature should be marked during the procedure and the tool will remove all the exported emails from the mailbox post-backup.

Incremental Backup

Option for Incremental Backup

After completing the first backup, it is possible to go through the mailbox and scan it again to find any newly arrived data. If found, the Incremental Backup feature will export only those files received after the first process to desired location. This eliminates the risk of duplicity.

Different Naming Patterns

Different Naming Patterns

To save the emails from user’s mailbox(s), the Email Backup Software provides various naming convention patterns to rename the emails and save locally. The following are including in these patterns; Subject, Subject + Date, From + Subject + Date, etc.

Real-time Dashboard

Real-time Dashboard

A centralised control panel offered by this SysTools Email Backup Wizard that allows administrators and MSPs to monitor and control backups for multiple mailboxes from a single screen. The dashboard shows the live status of backups, failed accounts, and completed jobs. Admins can perform bulk actions without touching each account individually, like:

  • Start
  • Stop
  • Pause
  • Re-run backups

This is critical for organisations handling multiple clients.

Authentication

Secure Access with Credential-Based Authentication

Only those with proper account credentials, such as a username and password, can initiate the backup procedure. This prevents unauthorised users from exporting, deleting, or modifying backups. Moreover, the email backup tool also does not save users’ credentials anywhere, which adds an extra layer of security.

Encryption

End-to-End Encryption

During the backup process, email data is transferred over secure connections provided by the email service, such as Microsoft 365, Gmail, or IMAP with SSL/TLS. All exported emails are saved only to the user-selected destination path, like the local drive, external device, or network location using the Email Backup Wizard.

This ensures that mailbox data remains protected while being downloaded to the system.

Download Report

Comprehensive Download Report

After every backup session, it generates a detailed and summary log report in CSV file format that summarises the entire process. This report includes information such as:

  • Number of emails and folders downloaded
  • Skipped items
  • Any errors encountered during the operation

These logs help administrators verify the success of the backup.

Modern Authentication

Support for Modern Authentication (OAuth 2.0)

SysTools Email Backup Software supports OAuth 2.0 sign-in for Microsoft 365 and Gmail accounts. This allows users to authenticate securely through the official Microsoft and Google login pages without sharing or storing passwords in the software. It ensures compatibility with environments where Basic Authentication is disabled.

Resume Interrupted Backup

Resume Interrupted Backup

If the backup process stops due to a network issue or any unexpected interruption, it does not start from the beginning. Instead, the SysTools Email backup Wizard resumes from where the backup last stopped when you run it again. This avoids duplicate downloads and saves time.

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Email Preview Before Export

Before starting the backup, you can preview mailbox folders and verify the emails that will be downloaded based on your selected filters. This helps you confirm you’re exporting the right data and avoids unnecessary downloads.

Supports Large Mailboxes

Supports Large Mailboxes

SysTools Email Backup Tool can handle large mailboxes efficiently without slowing down or crashing during the operation. It can process thousands of emails smoothly, even when the mailbox size is large. There is no file size limit with this.

PST Split Option

PST Split Option & Unicode PST Support

When exporting to PST, you can split large PST files by size and generate Unicode PST files compatible with modern Outlook versions.

Custom IMAP Servers

Support for Custom IMAP Servers

SysTools Email Backup Software allows you to configure custom IMAP server details to back up emails from business domains or private mail servers. You can enter the server address, port number, and encryption type to establish a secure connection. This makes the tool useful for those organisations that are using their own domain-based email hosting.

Compatibility with Windows & Mac OS

Compatibility with Windows & Mac OS

SysTools Webmail Backup Tool is engineered for both Windows & Mac OS machines and can be used on all prior versions:

  • Mac: macOS 10.8 and later (including macOS 11 Big Sur and above)
  • Windows: Windows Server 2012/2016, Windows 10 (64-bit), and Windows 11 (64-bit)

One Email Backup Tool for Every Scenario

Backup Personal Emails, Business Mailboxes, Hosted IMAP Accounts, and Old Mailbox Data Simply

Enterprise & Data Center Ready

SysTools Email backup software supports backing up enterprise mail systems, private servers, and business data centres.

  • Backup hosted & private IMAP servers
  • Real-time dashboard for tracking activities
  • Backup data helps in auditing large organizations' data
  • Best for disaster recovery planning

Regional IMAP Server Compatibility

Backup emails hosted on region-specific IMAP servers and custom business domains.

  • Supports .jp, .uk, .au, .in, .eu & any regional domains
  • Compatible with localized IMAP providers
  • Maintains email formatting & metadata
  • Works with private hosting environments

Add & Manage Multiple IMAP Accounts

SysTools Email backup Wizard allows users to backup personal, business, and hosted IMAP accounts together from one centralized dashboard without switching between profiles.

  • Supports any IMAP-supported clients, i.e. Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc
  • Add multiple IMAP mailboxes together
  • Custom host & app password support
  • Centralized backup monitoring

Safe Windows & macOS Migration

Upgrade devices or operating systems without worrying about missing emails or data loss.

  • Backup emails before upgrading systems
  • Restore mailbox data anytime later
  • No need to configure accounts again
  • Protects emails during device migration

Hosting Environments Supported by SysTools Email Backup Wizard

Backup IMAP Emails from Business Hosting Servers, Private or Custom Domain Email Accounts, without Changing Existing Mailbox Settings

Hosting Environment Common Providers How the SysTools Email Backup Tool Helps Backup Status
Shared Web Hosting Bluehost, Hostinger, Namecheap, GoDaddy backup SysTools easily export emails from standard hosting-based IMAP accounts directly to local storage with secure login support. Fully Supported
Business Email Hosting Zoho Mail, FastMail, Rackspace Email Backup business mailbox data, attachments, and folders without affecting the original account structure. Fully Supported
Cloud-Based Mail Servers AWS, Azure, Google Cloud SysTools Webmail Backup Tool supports secure IMAP mailbox backup from cloud-hosted email environments and hosted mail servers. Fully Supported
Private Company Mail Servers Custom Business Domains SysTools Email Backup Software automatically connects custom IMAP hostnames and backup company emails using manual server configurations. Fully Supported
Reseller Hosting Accounts HostPapa, GreenGeeks, Reseller Hosting Best for hosting providers and agencies managing multiple client email accounts together. Fully Supported
Managed Hosting Platforms SiteGround, Kinsta, WP Engine Backup hosted IMAP mailboxes with support for secure authentication and incremental backup operations. Fully Supported
Regional Email Servers .jp, .uk, .au, .in Domains SysTools Email Backup Wizard supports localized IMAP server settings and region-specific email hosting environments. Fully Supported
Dedicated Mail Servers Liquid Web, OVHcloud, InMotion Hosting Export large mailbox data securely from dedicated IMAP hosting environments without size limitations. Fully Supported

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SysTools Email Backup Software – Demo vs Full Version

Solution to Backup Emails in A Secure Way – Free vs Paid Version

Features Free Version Full Version
Backup All Email Messages
Various Export Options to Save Data
Apply Date Filter on Emails
Delete Data After Download
Incremental Backup Option
Supports Various Email Clients
Compatible with Multiple Windows & macOS
Backup Unlimited Emails 100 Emails
Cost Free $5 per User
Email Backup Wizard - Specifications

Download Free Version and Backup Emails and Save Locally

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(Windows OS)

Name: SysTools Email Backup Software
Version: 7.5.0
Size 161 MB
MD5: ba14369e315998f8733cd136324a491b
Delivery: Free via Email
Free Version: For Windows

(Mac OS)

SysTools Mac Email Backup Software
8.0
96.6 MB
b2a4b1cdf1ca6bd9e9058e31c5ed6c23
Free via Email
For Mac

Trial Limitations:

(Windows)

Demo version will process 100 items of email from first 5 folders of selected user account.

(Mac)

Demo version will process 100 items of email from first 5 folders of selected user account.


Hard Disk Space:

(Windows)

Around 500 MB for installation and Tool requires at least 20 GB of free space to store data.

(Mac)

Disk Space For installation around 1 GB free space required and tool requires at least 5 GB of free space to store.

RAM:

8 GB RAM

8 GB is recommended

Processor:


Minimum 8 core Processor

Mac Computer with Intel Processor
Mac Computer with Apple Silicon (Apple M1)

Platforms:

(Windows)

Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2016
Windows 10 64 bit
Windows 11 64 bit

(Mac)

  • MacOS X 11.0 (Big Sur)
  • MacOS X 12.0 (Monterey)
  • MacOS X 13.0 (Ventura)
  • MacOS X 14 (Sonoma)
  • MacOS X 15.0 (Sequoia) and above versions

Application Pre-Requisites:

(Windows)

  • Microsoft .NET framework v4.8.0 should be installed.
  • Microsoft VC++ Redistributable should be installed.

(Mac)

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Questions About SysTools Email Backup Software

Clear answers to common questions about backing up emails from IMAP supported clients safely

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How can I backup my emails to desired location using this SysTools Email Backup Wizard?

Backup Emails and Save Locally in 4 Steps:

  • Step-1: Run the SysTools Email Backup Software
  • Step-2: Choose the Desired File Format and Apply Filters
  • Step-3: Select your IMAP Server & navigate to the Destination Location
  • Step-4: Hit Start Backup to Begin Webmail Backup Process
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What happens if the backup process gets interrupted?

If the backup stops due to a network or system issue, the SysTools Webmail backup tool resumes from the last successful point instead of restarting from the beginning.
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Does SysTools Email Backup Software support Microsoft 365 Modern Authentication (OAuth)?

Yes. The tool supports OAuth 2.0 authentication for Microsoft 365 and Gmail accounts. Users can sign in securely without storing passwords, and it works even when Basic Authentication is disabled in the tenant.
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Does the SysTools Email Backup Wizard keep the original email folder structure intact?

Yes. The original folder hierarchy and email metadata (To, From, CC, BCC, timestamps, headers) are preserved during the backup process.
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Can I back up Gmail emails to PST without installing Outlook?

Yes. You can export Gmail emails directly to PST format using the tool. Microsoft Outlook installation is not required to create or access the PST file.
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Does the SysTools Email backup tool create duplicate emails during multiple backups?

No. With the Incremental Backup option enabled, the tool only exports newly arrived emails after the first backup.
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Where can I save the backed-up emails?

You can save the backup to any local drive, external USB drive, mapped network location, or NAS path.
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Is there any mailbox size limitation for webmail backup?

The SysTools Email backup Wizard can handle large mailboxes efficiently. Performance depends on the internet speed, but there is no strict mailbox size restriction within the software.
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Can I split large PST files while exporting with this SysTools Webmail Backup Wizard?

Yes. The tool allows you to split PST files by size to avoid creating oversized Outlook data files.
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Does this Email Backup Tool support custom domain emails?

Yes. You can configure custom IMAP server details to back up emails from business domain mail servers.
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Can I use the same license on multiple machines?

No. Each license is valid for installation on a single system. If you need to run the tool on multiple machines, separate licenses are required.
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Do I need administrator access to backup Microsoft 365 mailboxes?

No. You can back up an individual Microsoft 365 mailbox using user credentials. Global admin access is not mandatory unless you are backing up multiple user mailboxes separately.
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Can I use the SysTools Email backup software on a system without internet access?

No. An active internet connection is required to connect to the email server and download mailbox data.
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Is there a trial or demo version available before purchase?

Yes. A demo version is available to evaluate the SysTools Email Backup Wizard. The demo allows limited data export (first 100 emails) so users can verify functionality before buying.
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Is technical support available if I face issues during Webmail backup?

Yes. SysTools provides technical support to assist users with installation, configuration, and backup-related issues.
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