How to Easily Import MBOX File into Yahoo Mail Account?

You have multiple MBOX files that you want in your Yahoo mail account. In this article, I am going to explain how you can easily import MBOX to Yahoo Mail. Also, I am going to share with you scenarios where you need the MBOX file in Yahoo.

MBOX is a type of email file format where you store multiple emails. For business purposes, this format is very helpful, as users can save several emails, which can be accessed from any platform, including Thunderbird, Apple Mail, and Notepad.

Yahoo Mail is a webmail for your email management. It is free of cost and runs on any computer. Yahoo Mail is one of the oldest email services that is still running today. Over the years, frequent updates, generous storage space, and built-in features have the Yahoo relevant and used by many people throughout the world.

So, if you are switching your computer or have any personal reason to move the MBOX file in Yahoo. Then, here are the solutions you can use.

How to Import MBOX File to Yahoo on All Platforms

Whether you are using a Windows OS or a Mac OS. I am going to provide the methods for both platforms. As Yahoo does not support MBOX files, I have to use an indirect option. If you are a Windows OS user, you can take the help of Thunderbird to import the MBOX file. For a Mac OS user, Apple Mail would be a great choice. To know how this works, follow the methods below.

Access MBOX Files in Yahoo Mail on Windows OS

Thunderbird is a very famous email client that allows you to import MBOX file to Thunderbird easily. Then, configure the same account with Yahoo Mail

1. First, install the Import/Export Tools NG from the official Thunderbird site.
2. Choose a folder where you want your files stored.
3. Right-click on the folder and click on Import/Export add-in.
4. Select the Import MBOX option. Then, import all your files.
5. Now, I am going to add a Yahoo account in Thunderbird to get the MBOX file.
6. First, make sure the IMAP or POP3 server is enabled. Then go to the email client.
7. Click on the Account Actions option from the Account Settings.
8. Select the Add mail account button. Enter the Yahoo account details.
9. By going through the next step. Choose the mail server.
10. At last, once your Yahoo account syncs to Thunderbird. Move the file to the Yahoo account.

Import MBOX to Yahoo on Mac OS

For a Mac computer, Apple Mail will be used. Just like the above method, first I will import MBOX file to Mac Mail, and then configure the Yahoo account in the program. Here are the detailed steps.

1. Run the Mac Mail on your device. Click on the File option.
2. Select the Import Mailboxes option, then Files in mbox format.
3. Browse the MBOX file where it is located and upload it to the software.
4. To connect your account to the Mail app, go to the Mail option.
5. Click on the Add Account button, then choose Yahoo from the email list.
6. Provide the Yahoo email address and password, and select the apps you want to sync.
7. Lastly, move your file into the Yahoo mailbox.

These are the manual ways to get your MBOX file in Yahoo on different platforms: Windows and Mac OS. The process is simple, and I provided clear, straight solutions. However, some of you may have problems using them. Such as.

Limitations of Using the Manual Method

• They are not a direct option; you are dependent on a third party to import your MBOX file into Yahoo.
• Many users may find the process time-consuming as the procedure is in two parts: uploading the MBOX file and adding a Yahoo Mail account.
• There can be inconsistencies in the data after you have imported it.

Therefore, the manual methods have some drawbacks that might become hindrances in your process. But if you properly follow the steps, then you can easily import a MBOX file to Yahoo Mail.

Along with saving the MBOX file, many users also export Yahoo Mail to the MBOX file for backup purposes. If you also want to do it, I have professional software that can help you.

Save Yahoo Emails for Backup Purposes

Many users also want to download their Yahoo mailboxes. For this, I have an expert solution SysTools Yahoo Email Backup Tool. It is one of the professional tool that allow you to export your Yahoo mailbox into several file formats. So, if you want your emails in EML, PDF, or any other format. Then, you can easily do this. To know how it works, follow the steps below.

Steps to Backup Yahoo Mail on Windows or Mac Device

1. First of all, download the software on your device.
   
2. Provide your Yahoo user name and app password option. Click on the Login button.
   
3. From the Select Email Format section, choose your desired format.
   
4. Browse the location of the file and hit the Start button.
   

This way, you can get your Yahoo mailbox into the desired format. Now, if you want to know what benefits you will get from backing up the data. Then, read the section below.

Benefits of Saving Yahoo Mailbox?

• There is a high chance that your Yahoo account is compromised or has been hacked. In that case, backing up data protects your data from being stolen.
• Most users want their Yahoo emails on their local device for offline access. So, using the above software makes it easier for you to make your Yahoo email available offline.
• Some users who want to import a MBOX file into Yahoo emails, but couldn’t do so because to Yahoo mailbox is full. In that case, you need to first store your data on your local device. Then, you will be able to do it.

In Conclusion

If you are having a problem moving the MBOX file in Yahoo. I have provided three methods to do this. For Windows and Mac OS users, you can use MBOX-supported email clients to access the file and import it to Yahoo by connecting the account using the IMAP server. Some users want to store their Yahoo mailboxes on their computers. For this case, I also share with you a way to backup your Yahoo emails easily.