IMAP Backup Tool to Backup IMAP Server Mailboxes

IMAP Backup Tool for Secure IMAP Email Backup

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Take backup of IMAP mailbox emails and save it in PST, EML, MSG, MHT, HTML, DOC, DOCX & PDF formats. Smoothly connect the mail server to take IMAP email backup and access the mailbox whenever required.

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Download trial version and backup 10 items per folder free.

Backup single/multiple IMAP Server mailboxes in PST, EML, MSG, MHT, HTML, DOC, DOCX & PDF formats

Save IMAP data to PST, EML, MSG, MHT, HTML, DOC, DOCX & PDF formats

Restore PST files in single or multiple IMAP accounts

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Top use cases for Kernel IMAP Backup and Restore Tool

Save IMAP data to various output formats

Make the most of the Kernel IMAP Backup and Restore software that gives you the flexibility to export IMAP mailbox to PST and other formats such as EML MSG, MHT, HTML, DOC, DOCX & PDF. Tailor your data storage needs as per your preferences and experience smooth access to your IMAP data. Time to elevate data management with versatility!

Backup single/multiple IMAP server mailboxes

Don’t leave your important data at risk! Take a backup of single or multiple mailboxes from several IMAP servers such as Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook.com, G Suite, Amazon WorkMail, AOL, Zimbra, Zoho Mail, and more. Our priority is your business continuity, and the tool guarantees a secure data backup, ensuring that your operations run uninterruptedly.

Supports Novell Groupwise, Lotus Notes, Exchange, and Office 365 accounts

Elevate your data backup capabilities with the Kernel IMAP Backup and Restore software. This utility goes beyond taking backups of just IMAP accounts and extends its support to Novell Groupwise, Lotus Notes, Exchange, and Office 365 accounts. With this all-in-one solution, you will experience a secure data backup and effortless data management across multiple platforms.

Explore the IMAP backup software's key capabilities

Explore the software's potential features to backup IMAP data into multiple file formats. It also lets you restore PST files into IMAP accounts with these useful features.

Backup all IMAP mailboxes

Perform an efficient backup of single as well as multiple mailboxes and save them to any location in just 3 easy steps. For user's convenience, the IMAP email backup software provides the server name & port number information of multiple IMAP servers.

Use CSV for multiple mailbox backup

Directly take the backup of multiple IMAP mailboxes using a CSV file. Simply add some details to the file, like the server's name, username, & password of all the mailboxes, import it back to the software, and use it for IMAP email backup.

Support Multiple IMAP Servers Backup

Backup several IMAP servers such as Yahoo, Gmail, G Suite, Amazon WorkMail, AOL, Zimbra, Outlook.com, Office365.com, Zoho Mail, etc., accurately with this IMAP server backup facility.

Versatile backup formats

Select your preferred output format to save the IMAP backup data from a variety of options, including PST, DOC, DOCX, EML, MSG, MHT, HTML, and PDF.

Advanced filters for IMAP mailbox

Selective IMAP backup can be performed on the mailbox data using several filtering options such as folder selection, date range, exclude a folder, etc. These filters make it easy to prioritize and backup only required IMAP emails.

Maintain data integrity

The IMAP mailbox backup is performed with top-notch security, such that the data hierarchy and structure are maintained throughout. Your data remains intact, along with its metadata and properties.

Perform incremental backup

Opt for an incremental backup that skips already backed-up items and takes backup of only the additional mailbox data. Simply click the option to skip items whose backup is already present.

Save Backup Reports in CSV

After a successful backup, save the entire IMAP backup details to a CSV file, including details such as mailbox address, folder name, status, item counts, and error details (if any). This CSV file can be stored at any desired location.

Secure IMAP backup

From adding source to mailbox backup, your data's security is our top priority. The IMAP Mail backup software keeps your data intact while ensuring complete accuracy and security throughout data backup.

Backup G Suite data

Backup single or multiple G Suite account data, including Gmail, Google Hangouts, G Drive Calendar/Appointments, and Contacts, with ease using Kernel G Suite Backup utility and save it into the PST format.

IMAP backup & restore

In addition to taking backup of IMAP mailboxes to offline files, the tool also allows a direct import of PST files to your IMAP server. The restore feature effortlessly places the file in your online IMAP mailbox. Also, you can perform both backup and restore tasks simultaneously.

Save PST to IMAP server

The software simplifies the process of saving PST files to any selected IMAP server, including Gmail, AOL, Yahoo, Outlook.com, Zimbra, Amazon WorkMail, etc. You can apply filters to selected PST files as per your preference.

Divide the PST file during backup

When the IMAP mailbox is too large, then you can save the backup file into PST format and divide it into various sizes. You can divide the PST file after 1 GB and more. It lets you create some manageable backup data.

Migrate PST files to Office 365 Groups

The Kernel IMAP Backup and Restore software lets users restore PST file data into Office 365 Groups. The tool will retrieve and preview all the Office 365 Groups in the toolbar. After that, select a specific Office 365 Group and streamline your import process.

Import PST file same as source file name

The software has an advanced algorithm that allows you to restore PST files to the IMAP Server without altering the folder structure. Also, you can select Same as source file name option that will import your entire file as source name in the destination.

Frequently asked questions about IMAP Server backup software

How to backup IMAP mailboxes with Kernel IMAP Backup and Restore?

Users can follow the given steps to backup IMAP emails with our IMAP backup tool:

Step 1: Launch the IMAP backup tool.
Step 2: Now click the Add button to open a dialog box.
Step 3: Enter the Server Name, User Email Address, Password, and Port no. (users can add multiple accounts manually or with a CSV file).
Step 4: Click Add; it will add and list the IMAP account.
Step 5: Click the Set filters and Migrate button.
Step 6: Select desired folders and filters here and proceed.
Step 7: Choose the output format > saving location > click OK.
Step 8: The software will start the backup process.

How to restore PST files to IMAP account?

Here is the step-by-step guide to restore PST files to IMAP account:

Step 1: Launch the software and click on Restore tile.
Step 2: In Add Source tile, click Add to add single to multiple PST files.
Step 3: In the Add Destination tile, click Add to add IMAP accounts.
Step 4: Enter IMAP account credentials and click Add.
Step 5: Select Destination Account and click Set Filter and Migrate option.
Step 6: In the Filter Selection window, apply various filters and click I am OK, Start Migration.
Step 7: The software will start the restoration process.
Step 8: Generate and download a detailed restoration report in a CSV file.

How can I create a CSV file for adding multiple IMAP mailboxes?

You can download the sample CSV file from the software interface and enter the source's details like login account, password, server name, port number, SSL number, etc.

Can I avoid the backup of deleted items with this tool?

Yes. When you backup IMAP to PST, PDF, DOC, etc. formats, you are presented with the option 'Exclude Deleted folder' in the Filter section, which skips the deleted folders from the backup.

How do I find the server name and port number information to add the IMAP Server account?

The IMAP backup tool provides all the information you need, including all IMAP Server account server names, authentication information, and port number details. You only need the login credentials to add the IMAP account.

Will there be any modification in the mailbox folder structure and item properties after the backup?

No, the folder structure and metadata remain during and after the IMAP mailbox backup. You will have the IMAP data in a PST file exactly as it was in the IMAP Server.

Can I skip restoring empty folders in my IMAP account?

Yes, the software facilitates a robust exclude empty folders option that will skip empty folders to backed up in your local folder.

IMAP Backup Software Prerequisites & recommendations

About Software

Version: 25.0

Release Date: July 2024

License Type: Home, Corporate & Technician

Version Support

Outlook PST File: 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, 2003, 2002, 2000, 98 and 97

IMAP Email Server: All IMAP servers, including Gmail, Microsoft Exchange Server, Zimbra, Dovecot, Courier Mail, Outlook/Hotmail, Yahoo Mail, Proton Mail, Bluehost, GMX Mail, Yandex Mail, FastMail, Mail.ru, Apple Mail Server, iCloud Mail, AOL Mail, Cyrus IMAP, MailEnable, hMailServer, Mail-in-a-Box, Apache James, Citadel, Kolab Groupware, MDaemon Email Server, Modoboa, Zentyal, Zoho Mail, Company IMAP Account, etc.

System Requirements

Hard Disk: 50 MB of disk space

Memory: 128 MB Minimum

Processor: Intel® Pentium Processor compatible (x86, x64) or equivalent

Operating System: Windows 365, 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, 98, NT, 95 (FAT 16, FAT 32, NTFS, NTFS5).
Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012, 2008 R2, 2008, 2003 R2, 2003

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What customers say about Kernel IMAP Backup and Restore Tool

(4.9/5) 456 Reviews

Software performance is fantastic

The demo version was tested with numerous IMAP email clients, and its performance was fantastic. The software's simple yet effective graphical user interface (GUI) proved to be highly beneficial during the testing process.

Joshua Norman