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Can I download an email as a file in Mailbird?

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Oliver Jackson
  • April 20, 2026 07:51
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📩 Save or Download Emails in Mailbird

Yes — you can absolutely save or download your emails locally from Mailbird. This is useful if you want to access messages offline or keep a personal backup.

💾 Save Emails as .EML Files

Saving your email as an .eml file allows you to open and view it anytime, even without an internet connection.

Steps:

  1. Select the email you want to save.
  2. Click the three vertical dots (⋮) in the message header (top-right corner).
  3. Choose “Message source”.
  4. Save the file to your computer (e.g. Desktop or Documents).
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🖨️ Save Emails as PDF

If you prefer a more readable, shareable format, you can save emails as PDFs.

Steps:

  1. Open the email.
  2. Click Print.
  3. Select “Print to PDF” as your printer option.
  4. Save the file locally.

☁️ Alternative Backup Options

🔧 Email Provider Tools

Some providers offer built-in backup/export tools. For example, if you're using Gmail, you can use Google Takeout to download your data, including emails.

🧩 Third-Party Tools & Extensions

  • Chrome Extensions: Tools like “Save Emails to PDF” let you export one or multiple emails quickly.
  • Dedicated Software: You can also use solutions like MailStore Home for more advanced email archiving and backup management.

💡 Need More Help?

If you still need any further information or guidance, feel free to contact our Customer Happiness Team by clicking here—they’ll be happy to help.

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