Re: How to Export Thunderbird to Outlook 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007?

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Exporting your email data from Mozilla Thunderbird to Microsoft Outlook can be a multi-step process because Thunderbird and Outlook use different email formats. Here's a general guide on how to export your emails from Thunderbird and import them into Outlook:

Export from Thunderbird:

Install an Import/Export Add-on (if not already installed):

Open Thunderbird.
Click on "Tools" in the menu bar.
Select "Add-ons."
Search for "ImportExportTools" or "ImportExportTools NG" and install the add-on.
Export Your Thunderbird Emails:

Open Thunderbird.
Select the email folder you want to export (e.g., Inbox, Sent, etc.).
Click on "Tools" in the menu bar.
Go to "ImportExportTools" (or "Export Folder" if using "ImportExportTools NG").
Choose "Export all messages in the folder."
Select the format you want to export as. Choose "EML" or "MBOX" format for compatibility with Outlook.
Save the Exported Emails:

Choose the location where you want to save the exported emails.
Click "Select Folder" to save the emails in the specified location.
Import into Outlook:

Install an Email Converter Tool (if needed):

Outlook does not natively support importing MBOX or EML files. You may need to use a third-party converter tool to convert these files into a format that Outlook can handle, such as PST (Personal Storage Table) or MSG (Outlook message format). Some popular tools for this purpose include Aid4Mail, SysTools MBOX to PST Converter, or Kernel for EML to PST.
Convert Emails to PST (Optional):

Use the third-party converter tool to convert the exported MBOX or EML files into PST format.
Import PST File into Outlook:

Open Microsoft Outlook.
Click on "File" in the top-left corner.
Select "Open & Export," then "Import/Export."
Choose "Import from another program or file" and click "Next."
Select "Outlook Data File (.pst)" and click "Next."
Browse to the location of the PST file (or converted MSG files) and select it.
Choose whether to import into your existing Outlook folders or create a new one.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the import process.
Please note that the specific steps may vary depending on the version of Thunderbird and Outlook you are using and the availability of third-party converter tools. Always back up your important emails before attempting any migration to avoid data loss. Additionally, the quality and accuracy of the conversion may vary depending on the converter tool used, so choose a reputable one for the best results.