PCVITA software to backup AOL emails on Windows
AOL Backup Tool
PCVITA AOL Backup Tool downloads your AOL emails to the hard drive of a Windows PC. PCVITA software saves nine output types and prints emails too. Your folder filter and date filter keep the job small. Free demo saves the first 100 emails.
- Accounts
- AOL, Verizon and AIM mail accounts
- Filter
- Select folders and set a date range
- Output
- PST, PDF and seven more types
- Backup
- Incremental backup skips saved emails
Delete saved emails from the AOL server after the download. Keep the folder structure and the read and unread status. See all features. Need a Mac edition? Download the Mac demo. Have PFC files from AOL Desktop? Open AOL PFC Converter.
How AOL Email Backup Works
Log in to your AOL account, choose an output type and a folder, set your filters and start. PCVITA software saves the emails and a report.
AOL Mail Account
Login needs an app password
- aol.com accounts
- verizon.net and aim.com accounts
- Save the login for the next session
PCVITA AOL Backup Tool
Installs on Windows
- Folder filter and date filter
- Incremental backup
- Delete after download
Email Files on Your PC
Saved to your chosen folder
- PST, MBOX, EML and MSG files
- PDF with attachment options
- CSV report of the backup
- 1Log inType your address and app password.
- 2ChooseSelect an output type and a folder.
- 3StartClick Start and watch the progress.
Backup AOL Emails in 6 Steps
Six screens follow one AOL account from the login to the saved files. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide covers every output type in detail.
Step 1. Install and Login
Install the software and open it from the Start menu. Type your AOL address and an app password in the password box. Click Login. Open the Activate tab to enter your key after you buy the full edition.
Step 2. Select a File Type
The Options screen lists nine types. Select PST, PDF, MBOX, EML, MSG, CSV, TXT, HTML or PRINT. PDF output adds a naming convention and attachment settings.
Step 3. Browse for a Folder
Click Browse. Select a location on your PC and click OK. The path shows in the box next to the button.
Step 4. Set Delete or Incremental Backup
Click Delete After Download to remove saved mail from your account. Click Yes on the confirmation message. Click Incremental Backup to save only emails that earlier sessions missed. Use the same PC for every incremental session.
Step 5. Apply Filters
Click Apply Filter. Tick the folders in Select Folders. Set the From date and the To date to save one period.
Step 6. Start the Backup
Click Start. The screen shows live progress. Click OK on the completion message and open the destination folder. The CSV export report sits in the same folder.
Demo edition saves 100 emails.
AOL Backup Software Features
What PCVITA software does with your AOL mail, grouped by task.
Saves AOL Emails in Nine Output Types
One backup tool writes the file type your next application reads.
PST and MBOX
Move AOL emails to Outlook and Thunderbird.
EML and MSG
Save single emails as files for Windows Live Mail and Outlook.
PDF and HTML
Keep emails as pages you can open anywhere.
CSV TXT and PRINT
Save text copies or print your emails.
Keeps Your Server Clean After the Backup
Two buttons control what happens to saved emails.
Delete After Download
Delete saved mail on the server side and free storage.
Confirmation Prompt
The software asks before it deletes anything.
Incremental Backup
Skip emails that earlier sessions already saved.
Same Machine Rule
Use one PC for every incremental session.
Filters Folders and Dates Before the Backup
Filters keep the job small and the files easy to find.
Select Folders
Save Inbox, Sent, Trash and your own folders.
Date Filter
Save emails between two dates.
Folder Hierarchy
Keep the folder structure and the read and unread status.
Multiple Accounts
Save many accounts one after another.
PDF Settings Naming and Reports
Output settings shape the PDF files and the file names.
Naming Convention
Name files by subject. Subject is the default.
Single PDF File
Create one PDF for every folder.
Attachment Options
Pin, append or save attachments on disk.
CSV Report
Open a report with the result of the backup.
Test these options on your own account. Demo edition stops at 100 emails.
Why You Need an AOL Mail Backup
Four facts about AOL mail access and how PCVITA software handles every one.
- 1
Third Party Apps Need an App Password
AOL asks for a special code when a third party app connects to your account. PCVITA software takes that app password in its login screen.
- 2
IMAP Downloads Need Mail Settings
AOL describes an IMAP download through server settings in an email app. PCVITA software skips the mail client and saves files from one screen.
- 3
Server Storage Stays Full
Old emails stay in the account until you remove them. PCVITA software deletes saved mail on request.
- 4
Date Ranges Matter
A full backup of an old account takes long. PCVITA software saves one period with a date range.
Prepare Before You Backup AOL Emails
Six checks before your first backup. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.
- Create an app password in your AOL account settings. Use it as your password in the login screen.
- Check your internet connection before the session. A stable connection keeps the download steady.
- Install the .NET Framework on the PC. Version 4.6.1 or later works.
- Start the software as administrator with the Run as Administrator option.
- Decide on a file type and a folder with enough free space.
- Test the free demo on your account before you pay. Download the demo edition and save 100 emails.
System lines match the version and system table below. AOL facts follow the pages linked in the Sources.
AOL Backup Tool Pricing
Start with the free demo, then buy one licence. Free demo saves 100 emails and has no incremental backup.
Demo Edition
Free
Save 100 emails
- Result100 emails
- Incremental backupNot available
- LicenceNot needed
Version 6.0, 75.1 MB, Windows
Full Edition
$49 one licence
Save every email
- ResultAll emails
- Incremental backupAvailable
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions The full edition adds every email and the incremental backup option
- Nine Output Types
- Delete After Download
- Incremental Backup
- Folder Selection
- Date Filter
- Naming Convention
- Pause and Resume
- CSV Report
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and backup details in one place.
| Version | 6.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 75.1 MB |
| MD5 | df8d7ff3 |
| Windows versions | Windows 11 (64 bit), Windows 10, 8 and 7 (32 bit and 64 bit) and Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008 |
| Prerequisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1 or later |
| Launch | Use the Run as Administrator option |
| Hardware | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 2.40 GHz processor, 4 GB RAM recommended, 500 MB free hard disk space |
| Free demo limit | 100 emails and no incremental backup |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Accounts | aol.com, verizon.net and aim.com mail accounts |
|---|---|
| Login | Email address and app password |
| Output types | PST, PDF, MBOX, EML, MSG, CSV, TXT, HTML and PRINT |
| Filters | Folder selection and a date range |
| PDF options | Naming convention, single PDF file, attachment on pin, append attachment and save attachment on disk |
| Server option | Delete After Download with a confirmation prompt |
| Incremental backup | Full edition, same machine for every session |
| Report | CSV export report |
AOL IMAP Download vs PCVITA AOL Backup Tool
What AOL documents about third party access next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your account.
| Point | AOL IMAP Download | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Access route | Third party email app with an app password | Login screen with app password |
| Setup | Server settings entered in an email app | No server settings |
| Output | Mail stays inside the email app | Nine output types |
| Date filter | Not described | Date range filter |
| Delete after download | Not described | Delete After Download with a prompt |
| Incremental backup | Not described | Incremental Backup option |
| Report | Not described | CSV export report |
| Price | Free | Free demo, full edition $49 |
AOL facts come from the AOL page on app passwords and the AOL page on IMAP downloads. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start the Backup
- Use the app password. Your normal password does not work in the login screen.
- Set a date filter. Save one period to keep the job short.
- Think before you delete. Use Delete After Download only after you check the saved files.
- Keep one PC. Incremental backup needs the same machine every time.
Need more AOL tools? Open AOL PFC Converter or Outlook to Office 365.
Sources for AOL Facts The pages behind the facts on this page
AOL Backup Tool FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they backup AOL emails, grouped by topic.
Backup and Options How the software behaves with your AOL account
How do I backup AOL emails with PCVITA software?
Six steps finish the job.
- Step 1. Install the software and log in.
- Step 2. Select an output type.
- Step 3. Choose a save location.
- Step 4. Set Delete After Download or Incremental Backup.
- Step 5. Apply folder and date filters.
- Step 6. Click Start.
Which formats can I save AOL emails in?
Nine types. Choose PST, PDF, MBOX, EML, MSG, CSV, TXT, HTML or PRINT.
Do I need Outlook installed to create a PST file?
No. PCVITA software writes a PST file with or without Outlook on your PC.
Can I backup only some folders or dates?
Yes. Click Apply Filter. Tick the folders and set your date range.
Does the software delete emails from the AOL server?
Only when you click Delete After Download. The software asks for a confirmation before it removes anything.
What does Incremental Backup do?
It skips emails that earlier sessions saved. Use the same PC for every incremental session. The demo edition has no incremental backup.
Can I use an aim.com or verizon.net account?
Yes. The software saves emails from aol.com, verizon.net and aim.com accounts.
Does the backup keep my folder structure?
Yes. The software keeps the folder hierarchy and the read and unread status of your emails.
Can I save attachments with PDF files?
Yes. PDF output offers Attachments on Pin, Append Attachment and Save Attachment on Disk.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo of the AOL backup tool do?
It saves 100 emails. The demo has no incremental backup. The full edition saves every email.
How much does the full edition cost?
$49 for one licence. The full edition carries a 30 day money back guarantee. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download the AOL backup tool?
Click Download Now on this page. Version 6.0 of the demo edition weighs 75.1 MB and installs on Windows. Test the demo on your account before you buy.
Compatibility and Setup Windows versions and login
Which Windows versions does the software need?
Windows 11, 10, 8 and 7 and Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008. You need an Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 2.40 GHz processor, 500 MB free disk space and Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1 or later. 4 GB RAM is recommended.
Why does the login screen reject my password?
The login screen needs an app password. Create one in your AOL account settings and type it into the password box.
Is there a Mac edition of the AOL backup tool?
Yes. A Mac edition exists. Use the Mac demo link in the hero section of this page. This page covers the Windows edition.
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Reviews From Users Who Saved AOL Emails
Ratings collected on pcvita.com and customer words after a backup job.
I have been using AOL account since the time I have joined in this organization. Hence, there are several crucial emails, which I want to keep them safe. After undergoing a research in identifying the perfect tool to export AOL emails. I came across with AOL Backup tool. I am extremely thankful to the team for developing such a comprehensive tool.
Recently I was in such a circumstance wherein I was told to backup of AOL emails. I was quite worried. Then, my colleague suggested me with AOL Backup tool. With the help of this tool, I could easily archive AOL webmail in a trouble-free way. I was surprised to see that I could save AOL mail folders to different formats like MBOX, PST, MSG, EMLX, and EML.

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Key Takeaways on AOL Email Backup
Five facts to keep from this page.
- App password login. Use an app password instead of your account password.
- Nine output types. Nine types with PST and PDF among them.
- Your settings. Folder filter, date filter and naming rules shape the output.
- Server options. Delete After Download frees storage and incremental backup skips saved emails.
- Demo and price. Free demo stops at 100 emails. Full edition costs $49 per licence and carries a money back guarantee.
Backup Your AOL Emails Today
Download the free demo, log in and save 100 emails before you buy the full edition.
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