{"id":4778,"date":"2024-11-06T04:27:28","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T04:27:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/?p=4778"},"modified":"2026-08-11T05:08:02","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T05:08:02","slug":"backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Backup Apple Mail to External Hard Drive?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;4778&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5 - (0 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to Backup Apple Mail to External Hard Drive?&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this post<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p class=\"user-query wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"text-danger\">Summary: User query<\/strong>: \u201cA few days back I have been facing issues with my Apple Mail. Before I took action, I had to back up all the Mac Mail data. Not having enough technical knowledge makes it difficult to backup Apple Mail to external Hard Drive. Is there any way to do this process without affecting data? If yes, please instruct me on this.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Likewise, many users are looking for reliable solutions to back up their Apple Mail data on an external drive. To help you out, we will instruct you on all the possible methods. Nevertheless, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/icloud-mail-backup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>iCloud Backup Tool<\/strong><\/a> is the best option as it provides an efficient and effective output. We will discuss them in detail. Before that, let\u2019s learn more about Apple Mail.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"ms_btn_sec text-center my-3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/dl\/macsonik-icloud-backup.dmg \" class=\"btn btn-download mr-3\"><i class=\"icon-download-1\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/icloud-mail-backup\/buy.php\" class=\"btn btn-buy\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/div><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/#What_Do_You_Mean_by_Apple_Mail\" >What Do You Mean by Apple Mail?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/#Why_Backup_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\" >Why Backup Mac Mail to External Hard Drive?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/#How_to_Backup_Apple_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\" >How to Backup Apple Mail to External Hard Drive?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/#Technique_1_Save_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive_Using_the_Manual_Approach\" >Technique 1: Save Mac Mail to External Hard Drive Using the Manual Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/#Technique_2_Using_a_Professional_Way_to_Export_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\" >Technique 2 Using a Professional Way to Export Mac Mail to External Hard Drive<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/#Working_Steps_to_Backup_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\" >Working Steps to Backup Mac Mail to External Hard Drive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/backup-apple-mail-to-external-hard-drive\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_You_Mean_by_Apple_Mail\"><\/span>What Do You Mean by Apple Mail?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apple Mail (also known as the Mail app) is the default email client which is pre-installed on all macOS, iOS, and iPadOS devices. Also, it enables users to send, receive, and manage email messages systematically. Other than this, it supports a variety of email services, including iCloud, Gmail, Yahoo, and many others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Backup_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\"><\/span>Why Backup Mac Mail to External Hard Drive?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this section, we will discuss some common scenarios that lead users to backup Apple Mail to external hard drive. Without wasting time, let\u2019s discuss them elaborately.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hard drive failure, malware attacks, or other issues can lead to the permanent loss of your emails if you don&#8217;t have a backup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By backing up all the Mac Mail emails to an external drive, you can free up space on your Mac while still accessing older email messages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This process allows you to access your emails offline, enabling you to retrieve old messages and attachments without an internet connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additionally, it is the ultimate option for issues like storage limits, service outages, or even changes to cloud storage policies.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Backup_Apple_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\"><\/span>How to Backup Apple Mail to External Hard Drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, let&#8217;s discuss the procedure for completing this task smoothly. We will provide several methods along with detailed steps for each. You can then choose the best solution that suits your needs. We&#8217;ll start with the manual process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technique_1_Save_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive_Using_the_Manual_Approach\"><\/span>Technique 1: Save Mac Mail to External Hard Drive Using the Manual Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To begin, run your Apple Mail account on your Mac OS.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Further, tap on the <strong>Mailbox <\/strong>from the top menu bar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, hit the <strong>Export Mailbox<\/strong> from the drop-down menu.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Later, assign the desired name and location to save the mailbox items (*.mbox files).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, press the <strong>Continue <\/strong>tab.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After following all the above-mentioned steps, your Apple Mail data will be saved on your hard drive. However, it has numerous limitations, such as:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>While using this process, your data might be lost.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are high chances of human error.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It takes lots of effort and time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No guarantee your data will be securely transferred.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In that case, we have another method that deals with all the restrictions of the manual approach. Let\u2019s discuss it in detail.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technique_2_Using_a_Professional_Way_to_Export_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\"><\/span>Technique 2 Using a Professional Way to Export Mac Mail to External Hard Drive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>MacSonik<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/icloud-mail-backup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong> iCloud Email Backup Tool<\/strong><\/a> is the most recommended software to back up the Apple Mail data. This utility enables you to backup Apple Mail to external Hard Drive in bulk. Apart from this, it offers various incredible features that help users to complete the process effectively. It includes an identical email remover, date mail filter, backup emails without attachments, and many more. Moreover, it preserves the original folder hierarchy and provides 100% accurate results in minimal downtime.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Working_Steps_to_Backup_Mac_Mail_to_External_Hard_Drive\"><\/span>Working Steps to Backup Mac Mail to External Hard Drive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here, we will discuss the software steps elaborately to complete the process without worries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To start the process, install and launch the iCloud Email Backup Software on your system.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thereafter, type the correct <strong>credentials of your Apple Account<\/strong>. Then, hit <strong>Sign In<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, select the folder that you wish to export from Apple Mail to the hard drive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Further, pick the file format from the drop-down menu in which you want to transfer Apple Mail data (Say <strong>PDF<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Later, set the location to save your converted file into the hard drive.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lastly, click the <strong>Convert <\/strong>button to initiate the process of backing up Apple Mail data into the external hard drive.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.macsonik.com\/blog\/icloud-contacts-to-excel\/\">Migrate iCloud to Office 365<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you read this blog, you will understand various reasons why users choose to backup Apple Mail to external Hard Drive. Additionally, we discussed the different methods to finish this process smoothly. While a manual approach is possible, it carries a significant risk of data loss. For a more efficient and secure experience, many users opt for professional software, which can quickly and easily perform the backup with minimal effort.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summary: User query: \u201cA few days back I have been facing issues with my Apple Mail. 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