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Import MBOX to Gmail Account ( Personal & Business) with GAMMO

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Nimisha Ramesh   
Published: Jul 1, 2019 • Data Recovery , G Suite , Outlook • 8 Min Read

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Yeah! Here Comes An Effective and Direct Solution to Import MBOX to Gmail Account

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Hello, all! I have an MBOX file from an old email from another tenant. Now I desire to open MBOX files in Gmail this particular MBOX file in my current Gmail account. I don’t remember the exact source app from which MBOX file was generated. I tried to use import settings of Google account but, nothing was worth. So, can anyone please recommend me a workable solution through which I can import MBOX to Gmail without compromising original data content.

There is no direct process to transfer MBOX to Gmail account. In this conversion, first, we have to Convert MBOX File Into Outlook PST afterward Transfer Outlook PST File to Gmail.

Several email client users put forward their queries where we have to assist them an approach through which they can transfer MBOX to Gmail. Therefore, today we published a page where you are going to learn about a free method for uploading MBOX into Gmail migration with the help of Outlook. We are also going to suggest you guys about one of the suitable third-party solutions that users can use to import MBOX to Gmail account quickly without any data loss (or limitations).

Finally, the Time to Begin With Importing MBOX file into Gmail. There exist two major procedures involved in importing of MBOX file to Gmail, and they are listed below :
1. Convert MBOX file into Outlook PST
2. Transfer Converted MBOX(.pst) File to Gmail

Well, you have to realize a fact that there exist none of the suitable direct approaches to import MBOX archive into Gmail. This program provides selective import feature for these users. According Users have to perform an indirect method to import MBOX file to Gmail for the same, which comprises of two major stages listed above. We are going to explain both procedures here in this post that will aware you with steps involved in each process.

Process 1: Convert MBOX File Into Outlook PST

Unfortunately, we don’t have any direct approach to perform MBOX to PST conversion to complete the process to import MBOX to Gmail. The entire procedure is separated into four different sections, which have to be attempted with full concentration. Your one single mistake can harm your entire data format and result in permanent data loss. Before starting with the manual procedure(), we strongly recommend you all to backup MBOX data before you restore MBOX file to Gmail. Time to start with reading and implementing the following step, to begin with, the first process to import MBOX to Gmail via PST:

1) Launch Apple Mail to move source MBOXby executing the following steps:
a) Open Apple mail ( to import apple MBOX to Gmail) on your Mac machine and click on File >> Import
b) Select the option from where you wish to import data i.e., source MBOX file
c) Hit on Continue button and then locate the path where MBOX file is saved
d) From the location, select source files and click on Choose >> Continue
e) End up this first step by clicking on Done button

2) When you are converting MBOX File into Gmail , if the extension of the source file is .mbox, change it to .mbx. For example – kelly.MBOX→ kelly.mbx
a) Copy the renamed MBOX file to Eudora default directory by navigating towards its default location, which can be any one of the following two :
C: \Documents and Settings(user)\Application Data\Qualcomm\Eudora
OR, “C:\Program Files\Qualcomm\Eudora\
b)Launch the Eudora app and double-click on MBOX file. Now simply exit the application.

3) At this stage, you have to import MBOX file to Gmail via an Outlook email client.
a) Launch Microsoft Outlook Express app on your PC and click on File
b) This opens a list of options where you have to select Import >> Messages
c) Browse towards the .mbx file and click on OK button
d) At last, hit on Next >> Next and then, Finish. This enables Outlook Express email client to display the imported MBOX file in its local directory.

4) In this final step to convert MBOX file ask users to import from Outlook Express to Outlook mail client. For this, you have to implement the following guidelines :
a) Launch MS Outlook application on your machine and click on File >> Open
b) This opens a list of options where you have to hit on Import >> Import & Export
c) In Import and Export wizard, select Import Internet Mail… option and click on Next
d) Click on Outlook Express / Window Mail option and again, click on Next
e) Begin the import procedure by clicking on the Import button
f) Finally, you are done with importing of MBOX emails in Outlook. You can access these messages in Microsoft Outlook email client without any restriction.

Seems like the first procedure of the method to import MBOX to Gmail via PST comprises of four email clients to complete it; Also, it is too much lengthy – that is undoubtedly going to consume at least 4 to 5 days (even more) in its completion. Oh god! If the first procedure is this much lengthy, what about the second one?

Wait, wait, wait! Not to worry too much. There exists a short and quick procedure to finish the first process to transfer MBOX to Gmail. It involves use of a software named as SysTools MBOX to Outlook converter, which is a simplified approach to convert MBOX file to PST file. This approach does not impact the existing file data integrity and structure and allows end users to experience a smooth email file conversion. The best part with this is that it does not demand any supportive email client to save MBOX emails in PST format. So, if you don’t find the manual solution reliable for your purpose, you can opt for this converter solution.

Process 2: Transfer Outlook PST File to Gmail

Google provides a free utility named as GAMMO to import Outlook PST files in G Suite / Gmail account. It has the ability to import PST contacts, emails, and calendars to Gmail / Google Suite account.

Important Note – It is essential to have Microsoft Outlook (of any version) already installed on PC where migration is being performed. Otherwise, this product will not perform its migration function.

Steps that you can perform transfer converted MBOX(.pst) to Gmail.

Step 1: Create a Gmail account.
Do you already have an account in Google Apps? If No, firstly create an account with the help of google app / Gmail.
After creating a Gmail account, download Google Apps Migration for Microsoft Outlook (GAMMO)

 

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Step 2: After downloading the GAMMO, then launch the GAMMO program and start the process to import converted MBOX into Gmail.

 

IMG TO SELECT GAMMO

 

Step 3: Now Sign-in your created email id in GAMMO

 

LOG-IN TO ACCOUNT

 

Step 4: After sign-in, GAMMO granted you access then click “Continue” button.

 

NEST STEP OF LOGIN

 

Step 5: Start to Import your converted MBOX file to Gmail.

 

SELECT THE FILE

 

Step 6: Select the data you wish to migrate into Gmail

 

 

Step 7: Migration process begin to upload MBOX data items into Google app from Outlook PST

 

PROCESS STARTS

 

GAMMO may take some time to upload your Converted MBOX file into Gmail .because some file size are large.
After the complete process they popup the successful migration.

 

POPUP BOX OF COMPLETION

 

“It is not always possible to have Microsoft Outlook installed on our PC. Then what? Will this GAMMO tool still work to complete the second process to import converted MBOX to Gmail?”

Answer to these common queries is – No, GAMMO tool doesn’t work in the absence of MS Outlook installation. In such a situation, you can opt for an independent solution named SysTools Outlook to G Suite migration tool that does not demand installation of any supportive application to work with it. This solution guarantee that it will upload the PST file data in G Suite account without compromising data content or structure. It tries its best to complete the data transferring procedure in the shortest time period; rest it is dependent upon the file size and internet speed.

Prefer Use of Migrators For Fastest Conversion

Automated solutions are made to make life simpler for computer users. Enterprises should prefer using them so as to be safe from the limitations involved in manual techniques. They can experience a hurdle-free conversion while load MBOX file into Gmail and for that, they have to utilize Mbox to PST converter and PST to G Suite migration tool.

By Nimisha Ramesh

Nimisha Ramesh is a professional with a keen focus on branding and technical content writing. With a deep understanding of how to craft and convey brand messages, Nimisha excels in the art of branding, ensuring businesses leave a lasting impact. Her talent for technical content writing ensures that complex concepts are presented in a way that's clear and accessible to a wide audience. Nimisha's dual expertise in branding and content writing makes her a vital asset in shaping brand narratives and engaging audiences effectively.