How to export Thunderbird to PST
Thunderbird is widely used by many users to handle their emails, however, some users prefer using PST. They prefer using Outlook PST to manage their data and save it in one place. This blog entails the detail on two methods of how to export Thunderbird to PST. In this blog, we have discussed two ways, that are, the manual way and third-party software to export the data. After reading the blog, the users can decide which method to use to export Thunderbird mail to PST file format.
Method 1:
How to Export Thunderbird to PST Manually?
Export Thunderbird Into EML File Format
● Run Thunderbird on your operating machine.
● Now, move the items that you need to export.
● Right-click on the ‘Save As’ button.
Export EML into Outlook
● Run Outlook on your computer.
● Create a sub-folder
● Now, select an existing folder.
● Press on New Folder.
● Right-click on the ‘OK’ button.
● Pick all EML items
● Now, move the selected items at the selected location and export it into the new folder.
● Click on OK.
By following the above manual steps, the users can export Thunderbird to PST. However, we do not suggest the manual approach as this method is risky and tedious. The users should not use the manual method and only use a reliable and secure method. There are certain limitations and restrictions of using the manual method to export Thunderbird mailbox items to PST file format as the users will have to export their entire mailbox and selective items, they cannot export oversized items as the file size limit is only 2 GB.
Export Thunderbird to PST by Using KDETools Thunderbird to PST Converter
Using a third-party to export Thunderbird mailbox items to PST is the right option as there are no risks involved. Use KDETools Thunderbird to PST converter as it offers multiple advanced features and is a reliable solution to export Thunderbird to PST format safely without deleting and corrupting the entire selected items.
The single tool is powerful and allows the users to export Thunderbird mail to different file formats such as MSG, EMLX, HTML, Zimbra, Gmail, NSF, Office 365, PDF, EML, and etc. It maintains the original folder structure and Meta Properties of an email such as Cc, From, Sender/Receiver's Details, Subject, To, Bcc, and etc. after the conversion process from Thunderbird to PST is finished.
Summary
In this blog, we have discussed the manual method and third-party software to export Thunderbird to PST file type. Use a safe method to export Thunderbird to PST as you might delete your data and make it inaccessible.
Read more: https://www.kdetools.com/thunderbird/

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Joy Hopson commented
If you are looking for the most dependable Thunderbird to Outlook converter software that converts Thunderbird to PST file format without causing any complications, then use the eSoftTools Thunderbird to PST converter tool, which has the best features that auto-detects the configured Thunderbird mailbox location for converting. It can convert single or multiple Thunderbird files at once without losing any saved data. It can also give offers to change the Thunderbird profile to PST, EML, EMLX, MSG, Yahoo, Office 365, GMAIL, and HTML files.
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Travis Wilson commented
I have recently explored an article that helped me to convert Thunderbird to Outlook PST. This article explained the detailed manual procedure to accomplish this task. However, the manual procedure has some limitations that may cause data loss. Therefore, experts have always recommended opting for a professional Thunderbird Backup Tool. This article will also introduce you to the Cigati Thunderbird Backup Tool which is one of the most reliable and authentic solutions to backup/migrate the Thunderbird mailbox data.
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You can read this article to know how to save Thunderbird files into Outlook PST refer:- https://www.gmailbackuppro.com/blog/ways-to-backup-thunderbird-emails-to-pst/
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Use the eSoftTools Thunderbird to Outlook converter programme to import Thunderbird emails to Gmail. It's the safest way to convert many or individual Thunderbird MBOX files to Outlook pst files without affecting the emails' formatting, styles, fonts, or headers.It also can transfer MBOX data to EML, EMLX, YAHOO, OFFICE 365, GMAIL, MSG, and HTML files, among other formats. It may also contain a free version that allows users to export up to 25 MBOX items to Outlook PST or other formats .
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mike duke commented
Steps to export Thunderbird to PST for Free:
Run Mozilla Thunderbird and open the desired mailbox.
Select the emails that you wish to export in PST file.
Right-click and select the "Save As" option.
Choose the desired folder to store the Thunderbird emails and click on “Select Folder” option.Hope this information is helpful to you
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batianawhite commented
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Anni Braun commented
Today MS Outlook has almost replaced Thunderbird and people are now looking for a way to migrate Thunderbird to Outlook. Here are some methods to export thunderbird to outlook pst-
Method 1: Drag and Drop Messages from Thunderbird to Outlook
This is the easiest way to copy Thunderbird emails to Outlook. The steps are as follows,
1. Create a new folder on Desktop and open Thunderbird
2. Select all the emails you want to export to Outlook using Shift or CTRL key
3. Then drag and drop the selected emails to the new folder on Desktop
4. This will save the emails in EML format. You can now open Outlook
5. Then select all the mails in the new folder on Desktop and drop them to the email folder of your Outlook account
Alternatively, you can open both email clients side-by-side and drag/drop emails from Thunderbird to Outlook.
Method 2: Use MBOX to PST Converter Software
To avoid data inconsistency issues, you should use any MBOX to PST converter software like Stellar Converter for MBOX. The software exports Thunderbird emails to Outlook PST along with other mail items such as calendar, notes, contacts, etc., with consistency and accuracy. Supports conversion for 17 MBOX based Email Clients and can convert MBOX file into multiple formats and provide me an ability to export the MBOX file to Office 365. -
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kevin jones commented
User can easily and quick migrate Thunderbird to PST file so the user is reliable Thunderbird to PST Converter. Thunderbird converter tool also supports all suitable email clients applications like- Apple Mail, Pocomail. Eudora, Spicebird, Entourage, Google takeout, Netscape, SeaMonkey, etc. It can import MBOX file to Outlook 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, 2003, etc. This software shows a free preview recovered data before saving a file.
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[Deleted User] commented
The Thunderbird to PST Converter software is more compatible to convert Thunderbird to the PST file format. It also supports all email client applications such as Thunderbird, PowerMail, Entourage, Eudora etc. This software exports all-important email elements such as To, Bcc, Cc, Sent, From, Receive, Attachments etc. user can import any file size as there is no limitation without damaging data.
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