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How to Import MBOX to Webmail Account?

Summary: This article explains the complete procedure to import MBOX to Webmail account. You can check out 2 different ways to open MBOX file in Webmail account. If you are looking for the same read this blog and understand the process in more detail.

MBOX is a file format to store email messages along with attachments. It is supported by various email platforms like Thunderbird, Apple Mail, Opera Mail, Google Takeout, etc. However, the problem is that it can be accessed only by its supported email service providers. Thus importing MBOX file into Webmail account will allow you to access them anytime, anywhere.

Now without any further delay move ahead to the process.

How to Open MBOX File in Webmail for Free?

To manually import MBOX to Webmail, you need to install Thunderbird on your system.

Follow the below-given steps for importing MBOX file into Webmail mailbox.

1. Open Thunderbird email client on your system.

2. Click Thunderbird Menu >> Account Settings >> Account Action >> Add Mail account.

add account

3. Enter your Webmail account login details and IMAP settings to set up Webmail account with Thunderbird.

enter webmail details

4. After configuration, Click on Tools >> Add-Ons & Themes >> Add ImportExporttools NG.

install importexporttools ng

5. Now, right-click on Local folder and select importExportTools NG >> Import Mbox file.

import mbox file

6. Browse and add .mbox file that you want to import into Webmail.

7. After that, move this MBOX file to Webmail account.

copy this file

The importing process is complete but this is a lengthy and complicated process. thunderbird must be installed on your system. In case ImportExportTools NG does not work then this approach can not migrate MBOX to Webmail account.

How to Transfer MBOX File to Webmail Automatically?

To overcome all the limitations of the manual solution try XConcerterPro Software on your system. With this software, you can import MBOX to Webmail in just a few simple clicks.  It is able to upload multiple MBOX files in a single attempt. During the importing process, it preserves all email attributes and structure as well. Thus no data loss takes place. Additionally, it also enables you to migrate selected emails from MBOX file to Webmail account based on date range, to, from, subject, etc.

Download the FREE demo version to check its working procedure.

Steps to Import MBOX to Webmail

Step 1. Run the software on your system and click on the Open tab.

run the tool

Step 2. Click Email Data Files >> MBOX Files >> Choose Files or Folder.

choose mbox file

Step 3. Browse and add .mbox file that you want to import.

add mbox file

Step 4. Click on Export and choose IMAP.

choose imap

Step 5. Enter your Webmail account login details.

enter webmail login details

Step 6. Click on the Save button to begin the importing process.

click on save

Done! That’s how you can easily import MBOX file to Webmail account.

Why Choose Automated Solution?

  • The software can directly transfer MBOX file to Webmail without any external help.
  • It offers various saving options to export MBOX files into multiple formats.
  • The tool has a dual mode to import single or multiple MBOX files in one go.
  • It preserves all email attributes such as subject, sender, recipient, as well as attachments.
  • It provides various advanced filter options to import selected emails from MBOX files.
  • The tool is compatible with various Windows versions including 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, XP, Vista, etc.

Final Words

Importing MBOX file to Webmail may seem like a complex process but by following the steps outlined above, you can ensure a successful transition. After going through both methods, take time and analyze what is your requirements and which methods fit best into it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q 1. Can I transfer multiple MBOX files to Webmail account at once?

Ans – Yes, with XConverterPro software you can migrate unlimited MBOX files to Webmail in a single attempt.

Q 2. Are there any size limitations when importing MBOX to Webmail?

Ans – No, there is no file size limitation. With this software, you can import any size of MBOX files without any hassle.

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