Neo Mail backup is the crucial process to safeguard your mailbox data from cyberattacks or accidental deletion. Making a local copy helps users access data without internet or an email client. In this guide, I will explain how to backup Neo Mail email data, including messages, folders, and attachments, locally in multiple file formats.

Still unsure whether to take a backup? Then first let me share some points on why making a backup copy of any email client is necessary. 

Why Should You Create a Neo Mail Backup?

Some common reasons to backup Neo Mail emails are:

  • Old emails and large attachments use mailbox storage, and taking a backup and deleting them can serve as an archive copy.
  • Important messages can be deleted by mistake, and recovering them is impossible if you don’t have a backup.
  • IMAP authentication failure can temporarily block mailbox access.
  • 24/7 mailbox data accessibility even during server or connection issues.
  • Businesses want to keep emails in their local folders for archiving purposes or future records.

Overall, there are two common reasons due to which users want a local backup copy, i.e., accidental data deletion and data breach. 

I hope after reading these points you will make an informed decision.

What Data Can You Backup From Neo Mail?

A Neo Mail backup can include mailbox emails along with attachments/files. Depending on the backup method, you can save:

  • Inbox emails
  • Sent messages
  • Draft emails
  • Custom email folders
  • Archived messages
  • Email attachments
  • Images and photos
  • PDF documents
  • Word and Excel files
  • PowerPoint presentations
  • ZIP files and other attachments

Basically, you can back up Neo Mail email data locally.

How to Backup Neo Mail Emails?

Below are the simple methods that I personally used to backup Neo Mail messages:

Method 1. Neo Mail Backup

Neo provides an option to export mailbox emails in one go. This method is free and useful when you want to create a copy of your existing mailbox data. To do so:

  1. Sign in to the Neo Mail account.
  2. Open the mailbox.
  3. Go to the mailbox export option.
  4. Select Export Mailbox.
  5. Choose a folder or create a new folder for the exported data.
  6. Confirm the selected location.
  7. Start the mailbox export process.
  8. Wait for the email data to be exported.

That’s it! Now, go to the destination location and check whether your email data is available there or not. 

Not only this solution, but there are two more solutions you can check.

Method 2. Backup Neo Mail Messages Through IMAP

Neo Mail supports IMAP, which makes it easy to connect it with other email applications like Outlook. This configuration allows us to back up emails in PST format (if configured with Outlook), MBOX (if synchronized with Thunderbird), etc.  

For the same, first have a look at the secure Neo Mail IMAP details:

  • IMAP Server: imap0001.neo.space
  • IMAP Port: 993
  • Security: SSL
  • Username: Complete Neo Mail email address
  • Password: Neo Mail password

You can use these settings to connect Neo Mail with any IMAP supported email client.

For example, you can configure the account in Outlook and synchronize your mailbox data. Moreover, Classic Outlook has an in-built export to a PST file feature which is useful if you’re switching to an Office 365 environment.

For the same, here are the steps to follow:

  1. Open Classic Outlook on a Windows computer.
  2. Click the File tab.
  3. Select Add Account and enter your complete Neo Mail email address.
  4. Add your Neo Mail account and wait for synchronization.
  5. Again, click the File tab.
  6. Select Open & Export and click Import/Export.
  7. Choose Export to a file and click Next.
  8. Select Outlook Data File (.pst) and click Next.
  9. Select your Neo Mail account from the folder list.
  10. Check the Include subfolders option to include the available email folders.
  11. Click Next and select the location to save the PST file.
  12. Choose the required duplicate item option and click Finish.

Once completed, your Neo Mail emails will be stored in a PST file at the selected location. Remember, PST files are sensitive and can be corrupted easily. Additionally, it is suggested to password-protect your PST to safeguard it from unauthorized access.

Method 3. Bulk Neo Mail Backup

The above methods can work for basic backup needs but are unable to handle large email data and metadata. For bulk Neo Mail backup, there is no manual method available.

When I create a backup, I prefer to keep:

  • All mailbox folders
  • Original email messages
  • Email attachments
  • Sender and receiver details
  • Email dates
  • Subject information
  • Folder hierarchy

All these things will be backed up accurately only with an automated solution like SysTools Email Downloader

This software works on Windows and macOS and can easily connect with any IMAP-supported clients for the backup procedure, including

Neo Mail, Apple Mail, Outlook, Gmail, Office 365, G Suite, or even any custom domain.

It supports multiple file formats to back up mailbox data locally, i.e. PST, MBOX, EML, PDF, and MBOX. You can try it for free and see its advanced features without needing a credit card or paying money.

Here’re the steps to backup Neo Mail emails with attachments locally in one go:

Step 1. Open the solution and select the output file format.

Endpoint Selection

Step 2. Afterwards, choose Neo Mail as the IMAP Server.

Select IMAP Server

Step 3. Now, select the Backup folder path option to select the destination location where to save the resultant files.

Backup Folder Path

Step 4. Press the Start Backup button to begin the Neo Mail backup.

Start Backup

Where Should You Store Neo Mail Backup Data?

To add an extra layer of security, it is suggested not to store the backup on a single path; instead, store the backup on:

  • A local computer
  • An external hard drive
  • A USB flash drive
  • A secure network storage location
  • Approved cloud storage

This step is important, as if one backup path is unavailable due to a hardware issue, then you can access the same from another location. 

Best Practices for Neo Mail Backup

Before starting the backup, check the available storage space on your computer or external drive, because due to a storage issue, your backup process may get stuck and lead to data loss. So, always ensure your backup location has enough space for emails and attachments. 

It is suggested to take a backup in MBOX or EML file formats, which don’t need any email client to view.

Always keep attachments with their related emails. I also recommend checking the backup after completion. Open a few emails and verify that the messages and attachments are available.

Author’s Verdict

A Neo Mail backup is an easy task with the discussed methods. However, the best method depends on the size of your mailbox and how sensitive your emails are. Whichever method you choose, keep the backup in a secure location and check it regularly to make sure important messages and attachments remain accessible.

One more thing: the suggested SysTools IMAP Email Downloader can back up any type of IMAP-supported client, not only Neo Mail, so you can utilize it for other email client backups also.

People Also Ask

Q. How Often Should You Backup Neo Mail Messages?

It depends on how sensitive your data is. For business or sensitive emails, it is suggested to back up regularly, or at least weekly, to ensure nothing will be lost.

Q. Can I backup Neo Mail emails?

Yes. Neo Mail provides mailbox export options and supports IMAP access to configure and export mailbox data from other email clients as well.

Q. Why should I keep a local copy of Neo Mail emails?

A local copy helps preserve important emails for:

  • Offline access
  • Archiving
  • Record keeping
  • Unexpected account access problems