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IMAP Backup Software

IMAP backup tool is a professional and secure utility that enables users to backup IMAP server emails into various standard formats, desktop clients, and cloud-based storage. This software supports modern OAuth 2.0 authentication while connecting to server to fulfill security compliance requirements. Let’s backup IMAP account emails to avoid future data loss risks.

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  • 35+ saving options: Backup IMAP mailboxes to MBOX, PST, MSG, EML, PDF, Gmail, Microsoft 365, etc.
  • Batch processing: Enable Use Batch Mode and add CSV file containing multiple account’s credentials.
  • Smart data sorting: Utilize advance filters to short specific email data for your desired IMAP backup.
  • Intact Folder Structure: Preserve folder & sub-folder original hierarchy perfectly without any data loss.
  • Data Extraction: Extract crucial IMAP items like email addresses, phone numbers, attachments, and redirect links.
advanced filters

Advanced Filters

Smart Email Filtering to Backup IMAP Emails Selectively

  • Date filter: IMAP backup software allows to backup IMAP emails from specific time frame.
  • From/to/subject filter: Include or exclude emails based on sender, recipient, or subject line.
  • Exclude folders: Skip over Spam, Junk, Trash, or other folders that you do not want.
  • Folder Selection: Select specific IMAP folder or subfolder you want.
  • Selective Backup: Backup IMAP emails that you consider important.
  • Has the words: Download IMAP server emails containing specific words of interest.
  • Selective Backup: Export IMAP mailboxes by skipping attachments to reduce data size.
OAuth 2.0 Authentication

OAuth 2.0 Modern Authentication

IMAP Mail Backup Tool Uses OAuth 2.0 to Connect with Server

To backup IMAP emails, simply input an email address, app password, IMAP host name, and port number to view all mailboxes/folders immediately. This will create a secure read-only connection, therefore maintaining integrity of the email (as the emails are not modified while you review the data) prior to performing IMAP backup..

  • Compatible with all mail providers that are IMAP-enabled.
  • Authenticates securely and creates an encrypted connection.
  • View mailboxes in real-time before backup occurs.
  • No modification of data or changes to mail server.
Incremental Backup IMAP Mailboxes
backup process Process

Incremental Sync to Backup IMAP Mailboxes

New release of BitRecover IMAP Backup Wizard updated with an intelligent incremental data sync feature. Enable Incremental Backup option to skip already downloaded IMAP server emails after taking a complete backup once.

How Does Incremental Backup Work?

  1. Full Run: It performs an initial IMAP backup that downloads all selected folders and emails from IMAP server to your local storage.
  2. Incremental Run: After completing initial IMAP email backup, the software automatically scans for changes during future runs and backups only newly sent and received emails. It saves your critical time and bandwidth.

Key Features

Capabilities of BitRecover IMAP backup wizard

13+ file formats

Multiple Saving Formats

You can backup IMAP emails to variety of popular and highly compatible files & document formats like PST, MBOX, EML, MSG, PDF, HTML, CSV, JPG, PNG, OLM, etc. This helps you to access your IMAP email data in various devices, platforms and email apps.

Realtime Backup

Realtime Backup Dashboard

A realtime IMAP backup dashboard provides visual live progress of IMAP backup with processed email amounts, number of remaining items to be processed, and the status of mail completion thus enabling end-users to monitor performance of an IMAP backup and detect any errors early on in the backup process.

all IMAP domains

Supports all IMAP Domains

The IMAP backup software allows you to safely connect to your IMAP Server accounts and backup emails from all IMAP supported email services. You just require your IMAP email login credentials along with IMAP server details such as email address, app password, IMAP host and port no.

for pst

Options for PST

When you want to export IMAP emails to PST, the software provides you with a separate options to split large PST files. This feature is especially required when users are moving to Outlook with large mailbox data.

IMAP to cloud

Migrate IMAP to Cloud Services

Backup IMAP emails directly to different email services such as Office 365, Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail, Outlook.com, Exchange Server, Hosted Exchange Server, IMAP Server, Google Workspace, Godaddy, Rediffmail, ProtonMail, BM verse, Amazon Workmail, etc.

IMAP to desktop

Move IMAP Mailboxes to Desktop Clients

Apart from backing up IMAP Server emails to cloud services, users can also backup IMAP emails to various desktop email clients like Outlook, Thunderbird, Lotus Notes, Windows Live Mail, Zimbra, Apple Mail, Outlook for Mac, etc.

Preserve Components

Preserve Email Components

This IMAP backup tool for Mac & Win OS keeps all email attachments, components, attributes and all during the completion of the task. It preserves To, Cc, Bcc, From, Subject, Signature, Internet Header, Inline Images, Text Formatting, Hyperlinks, Date, Time, Emoji, Graphics, and all.

Filter Options

Advanced Filter Options

If you want to backup selected emails from the whole IMAP Server database then you can use Advanced Settings. This powerful feature allows you to backup IMAP Server emails by specific Date Range, From Email Address, To, Subject, etc. These email filter options are most beneficial for selective backup.

Use Batch Mode

Use Batch Mode

If you want to download emails from several IMAP Server accounts then it is a well-suitable IMAP Backup software. Users can save IMAP Server credentials in a CSV file and then upload the specific CSV file in the software. After that, the tool will start downloading IMAP Server mailboxes from multiple accounts one by one. You can check the “Use Batch Mode” option to take the benefit of this feature.

Destination Path

Choose Destination Path

This IMAP backup tool automatically chooses a desktop for storing the output data. If you want to change the default destination path then you can click on the Browse icon to choose a specific location. You can independently copy IMAP emails to local folder, hard drive, pen drive, USB, folder/sub-folders, SD card, SSD, PC/Laptop, etc. Easily backup IMAP emails to internal or external storage.

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4 Quick & Simple Steps to Use IMAP Backup Software

run imap backup software

Download IMAP Backup Tool

Download and start the software on your computer to backup IMAP emails instantly.

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login imap

Securely Login to IMAP Account

Safely Sign in to your IMAP enabled account using correct email address, password, IMAP host and port number.

saving option

Select a Saving option

Pick a Saving option to backup IMAP according to your requirements such as PST, PDF, MBOX, Gmail, Office 365, IMAP, Outlook, Thunderbird, etc.

backup imap emails

Easily Backup IMAP Emails

At the end, just hit the backup button to start backing up your IMAP emails instantly using the best IMAP backup tool.

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Know How to Backup IMAP Email Messages using Software

Who Needs IMAP Backup Tool?

Software is used by most of the email users to keep most important emails safe, organized and protected from data loss.

For Professionals

Business Owners & Professionals

Professionals that work with clients and deal with invoices, contracts, and sensitive discussions need an IMAP backup solution that is secure. A secure IMAP backup software like BitRecover allows them to create a historic record of emails, maintain compliance, and prevents an accidental deletion or server downtime from disrupting their business.

For IT Administrators and Organizations

IT Administrators & Organizations

Many IT organizations that support multiple employees with email accounts often need a solution to backup IMAP emails. They are able to use the advanced filters, batch mode, and multiple saving methods to quickly backup their organization’s data, ensuring business continuity.

For Individuals

Individual and Home Users

All personal users who use an IMAP-based service (Gmail, Yahoo or Outlook.com) to store emails will now have peace of mind knowing that they can protect sentimental emails, critical documents, and file attachments from being hacked, ransomware or other unforeseen account problems.

Why BitRecover?

Experts Choose IMAP Mail Backup Software for Various Reasons

Bulk IMAP Backup

Bulk IMAP Backup

Quickly backup lot of IMAP emails all at once without losing any folders.

Easy to use

Easy to use

IMAP mail backup tool and set up instructions are simple to understand and use.

Data is Safe

Your Data is Safe

This offline tool makes no changes to your IMAP server data or any risk file corruptions.

Windows & Mac

Windows & Mac support

IMAP backup tool is compatible with both Windows and Mac OS computers.

No Dependencies

No Third-Party Dependencies

IMAP mail Backup software does not depend on any other software (Outlook, Exchange, etc).

Multilingual

Multilingual Email Support

Our IMAP backup software supports IMAP email accounts of different languages.

Free trial

Free trial

Download and try the trial version of the software to backup IMAP emails for free.

24/7 Support

24/7 Support

Our technical support team is always available to help you whenever you need us.

Verified by Top Review Sites

Our IMAP Mail Backup Tool is Recognized by Leading Software Review Platforms

Software Informer

Software Informer

BitRecover IMAP backup software is regarded as a dependable solution for bulk backing up IMAP email with a full mailbox structure and retention of data integrity according to Software Informer Editors.

Trustpilot

Trustpilot

BitRecover IMAP Backup Tool has been recognized as a reliable email backup solution by Trustpilot. This software tool has been commended for its accuracy, stepped up processing, and support for exporting to multiple formats.

Software Suggest

Software Suggest

Software Suggest recommends the BitRecover IMAP Backup Tool due to its intuitive interface, strong filters, and ability to backup multiple IMAP email accounts quickly and easily.

Source Forge

Source Forge

Source Forge has confirmed that the BitRecover IMAP Backup Tool is safe to download and install, providing fast, consistent, and organized backup results with each backup you perform.

Slashdot

Slashdot

BitRecover IMAP Backup Tool is featured on Slashdot and is widely used by industry professionals for its cutting-edge features and flexibility combined with a reliable way to backup IMAP email.

Technology Counter

Technology Counter

According to Technology Counter, BitRecover IMAP Backup Tool is easy to use, provides fast IMAP email backup, accurate result, and preserves the entire contents of your emails while making a backup.

System Specifications

Minimum System Requirements Required to Run IMAP Backup Software

Software Download

File Size : 77.1 MB

Version : 7.5

Trial Limitations

Download the free version of this software to quickly evaluate its features. The trial version lets you backup IMAP emails, but it only saves 25 items per folder. If you want to backup unlimited IMAP emails, you must purchase the full version of our IMAP backup wizard. It is advised to use the free version first before you purchase the full version.

System Specifications

Hard Disk Space
200 MB of free hard disk space

RAM
Minimum 4 GB RAM

Processor
Intel® Pentium 2.4 GHz processor

Supported Platforms

  • Microsoft Windows – Windows 11 (64-bit), 10, 8, 7 (32-bit and 64-bit), and Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, and 2008.
  • macOS – Golden Gate, Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, Yosemite, Mavericks, and Mountain Lion, etc.

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Installation

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EULA

Electronic Delivery

BitRecover IMAP Backup Software is delivered automatically. After your payment is confirmed, you will receive an email with a link to download the product and the activation key.

Feature Comparison

Compare Free vs Pro Versions of IMAP Backup wizard

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  • Connect to an IMAP account
  • Preview mailbox
  • Use advanced filters
  • Maintain folder hierarchy
  • Windows compatibility
  • Batch mode
  • Total backup
  • Cost
  • Free
  • 25 items/folder
  • 25 items/folder(emails, attachments, etc.)
  • $0
  • Download
  • Most Popular
    Pro
  • Unlimited
  • Unlimited
  • $49
  • Buy

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Your Questions, Answered

Most Asked Questions about BitRecover IMAP Backup Tool

To safely backup IMAP emails, you should consider using an offline software. BitRecover IMAP backup tool is most safe and secure offline solutions, allowing users to backup IMAP emails while guaranteeing 100% data security.

BitRecover IMAP backup software is recognized as the best tool to backup IMAP email accounts by the professionals globally.

BitRecover IMAP backup tool allows you to backup IMAP emails for free (25 items/per folder) using its trial version.

To backup IMAP emails in new Outlook, simply backup IMAP mailbox emails in PST format and import it into your new Outlook.

Yes, internet connectivity is mandatory to backup emails from IMAP server account.

Yes, IMAP backup tool is well suitable to save backup of any email using IMAP login details.

Yes, the IMAP backup software has a separate option to archive IMAP email in Thunderbird directly.

There are several benefits to restore IMAP emails to the local machine, few are given below:

  • Local IMAP backup can be accessed without internet connectivity and backup can be imported to several email clients.
  • Local backup in PDF format can be accessed with Adobe Reader and can be easily printed according to need.
  • Local IMAP server backup can be accessed via different types of applications and the backup is helpful in case of an email account suspended.

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