Export Mailbird Emails To Any Format

Yes, absolutely. The Mailbird Converter works directly with the Mailbird SQLite database files stored on your computer, not through the Mailbird application itself.

This means:

• Your Mailbird subscription status doesn't matter
• You don't even need Mailbird installed (just the database files)
• Expired, cancelled or locked accounts can still be exported
• Even if Mailbird is completely uninstalled, we can convert from backup database files

This makes our converter essential for users who need to export their emails after their Mailbird license has lapsed.

Mailbird stores all email data in a SQLite database file at:

Attachments are cached separately at:

Note: You don't need to manually locate these files. The Mailbird Converter automatically detects and loads data from these locations.

The best Mailbird alternative depends on your needs:

• Microsoft Outlook, Best for business users and Office 365 integration. Export to PST format.
• Mozilla Thunderbird, Best free, open-source alternative. Export to MBOX format.
• eM Client, Most similar to Mailbird's interface. Free for 2 accounts. Export to EML format.
• Gmail Web, Best if you want cloud-based access from anywhere.

Use the Mailbird Converter to export your emails in the appropriate format for your chosen alternative.

To safely backup your Mailbird emails before uninstalling:

1. Install the Mailbird Converter while Mailbird is still on your system
2. Run the converter and let it detect your Mailbird data
3. Export all emails to your preferred format (PST recommended for comprehensive backup)
4. Verify the export, open a few converted files to confirm data integrity
5. Store the backup in a safe location (external drive, cloud storage)
6. Now you can safely uninstall Mailbird

Pro tip: Keep the original Mailbird database folder as an additional backup until you've confirmed your exported emails are complete.

Yes. The Mailbird Converter supports all email accounts that were configured in Mailbird, including:

• Gmail / Google Workspace
• Outlook.com / Hotmail / Live
• Yahoo Mail
• iCloud Mail
• Any IMAP account
• Any POP3 account
• Custom domain emails
• Business/corporate email accounts

The converter displays all accounts and lets you select specific accounts for conversion or convert everything at once.

Yes. There are two ways to migrate Mailbird emails to cloud services:

Method 1: Export and Import

• For Gmail: Export to EML format → Use Google's import tools or IMAP upload
• For Office 365: Export to PST → Import via Outlook or Microsoft 365 admin portal

Method 2: Direct Cloud Migration (Business/Enterprise License)

• Use the built-in IMAP migration feature to upload directly to Gmail or Office 365
• No intermediate files needed, direct transfer

As of our last update, Mailbird continues to operate as a business. However, many users seek alternatives due to:

• Subscription pricing concerns
• Desire for free alternatives (like Thunderbird)
• Migration to corporate email systems (Outlook/Exchange)
• Switching to web-based email (Gmail, Outlook.com)

Regardless of Mailbird's future, having your emails in a standard format (PST, EML, MBOX) ensures you always have access to your data. We recommend all Mailbird users maintain regular backups using our converter.