Would you like to save MSG formatted significant emails from Outlook.com? You are not on your own. Many customers wish to archive or backup their messages for secure storage or offline access and a wonderful option for archiving MSG files is their simplicity in storage and opening in Microsoft Outlook.

We will walk over two easy ways to archive Outlook.com emails to MSG format in this blog. One is a manual approach and the other takes advantage of the IMAP Backup Tool and neither calls for any technical knowledge; both are simple to follow.

Let's begin with the fundamentals.

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Why Archive Outlook.com Emails to MSG?

Saving Outlook.com emails to MSG files is helpful before we start-

• MSG files are easily moved/copied, and stored.
• You can access MSG files in Microsoft Outlook offline.
• It generates personal backups for security.
• You can save a few chosen emails rather than your complete mailbox.

Let us now investigate the answers.

Method 1- Manual Way to Archive Outlook.com Emails to MSG

You can store your emails manually using Microsoft Outlook. First for this approach add your Outlook.com account to the Outlook desktop application. Here's how to do it-

First step- Include your Outlook.com account in MS Outlook.

• View Microsoft Outlook on your computer here.
• Visit File and under Add Account.
• Input your Outlook.com email address here.
• Use the prompts to log in and sync your account.
• Your emails will show on the Outlook interface once the sync is finished.

Second step - Save emails in MSG files.
Proceed as follows now-

• Get the email you wish to preserve open.
• Click File followed by Save As.
• Out of the various formats choose Outlook Message Format - Unicode (*.msg).
• Decide on the folder you wish to save it in.
• Click Save.

That email is accessible right now anywhere without opening Outlook.com.

Manual Method's Limitations

This approach has certain disadvantages even if it works-

• You can save one email at a time.
• If you have plenty of emails it gets time-consuming.
• Not recommended for regular backups or large mailboxes.
• Try the next approach if you wish for a quicker fix.

Method 2- Quick Way to Archive Outlook.com Emails to MSG

The TrustVare IMAP Backup Tool is an efficient and dependable way to archive Outlook.com emails in MSG format. It's meant for individuals who wish to easily backup emails in volume, and this software provides many advanced features like batch data backup/filtered options, selective file backup/maintaining the original formatting during processing, and more. They have a simple and easy-to-understand GUI that lets users save their Outlook.com emails in multiple file formats like PST/EML/MSG and more.  The application offers 24/7 tech support and a free demo version.

Here’s how you can use it-

Step 1- Install the Tool

Download the TrustVare IMAP Backup Tool.

Step 2- Log In to Your Outlook.com Account

Enter the login credentials in it.

Step 3- Select the file and folder

Now select Outlook.com emails or the folder that you want to backup.

Step 4 -Choose MSG Format

Choose from PST/EML/MSG/MBOX/etc the output format.

Step 5- Select the location

Decide on the location where to save it.

Step 6- Start the Backup

Hit the Backup Now Tab.

There is no necessity for sitting and observing. The tool will manage everything in the background.

Advances

• In one run you can archive hundreds of emails.
• It offers selective backup of folders.
• Keeps the original email formatting and attachments.
• Work with Outlook.com on all IMAP-enabled accounts.
• User-friendly design with simple processes.

This strategy saves time while also providing you with peace of mind.

Final Word

Archiving your Outlook.com emails to MSG is an effective technique to protect your essential correspondence. Should you just need to save a few emails the manual approach is good. However if you want to backup quickly and without errors utilize the IMAP Backup Tool.

It prevents data loss/ keeps emails secure and provides access even when you are offline. Starting now ensure your Outlook.com emails are always within reach.