Import MBOX to Zoho Mail with Attachments: Quick Guide

Reasons to Open MBOX Files in Zoho Mail

Depending on specific users’ needs, the reasons for transfer may vary. However, here areme of the most prominent ones, which is why users prefer importing:

• Zoho Mail offers more organised folders, tagging, and search features.
• With Zoho Mail, you can access your emails from anywhere and on any device.
• This can also add an extra layer of security with no ads.
• Furthermore, Zoho Mail integrates with Zoho apps for tasks, calendars, and team communication.

How do I Import MBOX to Zoho Mail?

You can either use the manual method or a professional tool, depending on your requirements. As you know, Zoho Mail does not directly support the MBOX file. So, to manually perform it, you may need the Thunderbird email client.

Do It Yourself: Transfer MBOX Files to Zoho Mail

Although the procedure is a bit lengthy, one can perform it having a little expertise. Get through the steps below and open your MBOX file in Zoho Mail.

Step 01: Set up IMAP in Zoho Mail

1. Firstly, log in to your Zoho Mail with your credentials.
2. Now, go to the Account Settings and choose Add Mail Account.
3. Then, under the IMAP access, click on Enable IMAP.
4. Use these IMAP settings:

IMAP Server	imap.zoho.com	Port: 993	SSL: Yes
SMTP Server	smtp.zoho.com	Port: 465 or 587	SSL/TLS: Yes

Step 02: Add Zoho Mail to Mozilla Thunderbird

1. Firstly, download Zoho Mail on your system.
2. Then, click on Menu and select the New Account option.
3. After that, choose the Existing Mail Account option.
4. Now, enter your Zoho Mail credentials and configure the server settings.

Step 03: Install the ImportExportTools NG Add-on

1. In Thunderbird, open the settings.
2. Now, choose the Add-Ons and Themes option.
3. Then, search for the ImportExportTools NG & install it.
4. After that, restart the Thunderbird application on your system.
5. Right-click on the local folder and choose ImportExportTools NG.
6. Select the Import the MBOX file option from the list.
7. Further, define the location to save it.

Step 04: Drag-and-Drop to Upload MBOX Files to Zoho Mail

1. Then, select the email that you want to transfer.
2. After that, drag & drop it into your Zoho Mail account.
3. Now, sign in to your destination, Zoho Mail, through a web browser.
4. Lastly, make sure all the attachments are successfully imported.

Shortcomings of the Manual Method

The above manual method is useful and free to use. But it involves several limitations that make the process not ideal for importing large MBOX file data. Some of the limitations are:

• Select each folder from the MBOX file individually to import, which consumes a lot of time.
• It also takes a risk of losing your important emails and attachments during the import.
• Sometimes, imported attachments are not opened in Zoho Mail due to the wrong or incorrect process.
• Moreover, it also did not preserve the original formatting and structure.

Quick Way to Import MBOX to Zoho Mail: Professional Tool

For large or multiple MBOX file migrations, you can use the MBOX Converter Tool. It lets users import multiple MBOX files to Zoho Mail in a single operation without having to lose any data. This tool has a simple interface, which makes the process hassle-free for both tech & non-tech users. Also, you can use the different advanced features of this tool for a smooth and secure transformation.

Best features of the tool involve:

• Facilitates users to import MBOX to iCloud, Gmail, and IMAP accounts. 
• You can remove duplicate emails according to To, From, Subject, and CC.
• The preview feature is meant to cross-verify the content of the MBOX file before importing.
• Also, you can import only selective MBOX emails by applying a Date Filter.
• Moreover, the free trial version of the software helps you evaluate its performance.

Steps to Transfer MBOX Files to Zoho Mail:

1. Firstly, launch the MBOX Converter Tool as an admin.
2. Then, select File or Select Folder and add the MBOX file. Click Next.
3. After that, preview & cross-verify the file and select it. Press Next.
4. Now, choose Zoho Mail as a saving option and enter its credentials.
5. In the end, apply advanced features and click Convert.

Conclusion

In the blog post, we discussed the manual method or a professional tool to import MBOX to Zoho Mail with attachments. If you have small data to import, using the manual method is a sufficient solution. As you can see above, the limitations of the manual method are also well. So, for large data, a professional tool is highly recommended. It offers bulk integration with several advanced features. Lastly, if you have any queries, our technical support is 24/7 available to resolve your query.

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