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PCVITA software to backup Hotmail emails to your hard drive
Hotmail Backup Tool
PCVITA Hotmail Backup Tool saves Hotmail, Live.com and MSN emails to your PC as PST, EML, MBOX, MSG or PDF files. Sign in once with your Microsoft account and select the folders you want. Hotmail backup keeps attachments, folder order and read status in place. Free demo saves 100 emails and 25 other items.
- Accounts
- Hotmail, Live and MSN addresses
- Formats
- Seven formats for mail, contacts and calendars
- Jobs
- Date filter, delta backup and pause
- Report
- Summary and detailed reports
Delete After Download frees space in your Hotmail account once the files are safe. See all features. Backing up an Outlook.com address instead? Open Outlook.com Backup.
How Hotmail Backup Works
Sign in, select the data and start the job. PCVITA software copies your Hotmail folders to a local folder and lists every skipped item in a report.
Hotmail Account
Hotmail.com, Live.com or MSN.com
- Emails with attachments
- Contacts and calendars
- Inbox, Sent Items and Drafts
PCVITA Hotmail Backup
Installs on Windows
- Date and folder filters
- Pause, resume and delta jobs
- Live progress display
Local Backup Folder
Files in the format you select
- PST, EML, MBOX, MSG or PDF
- Folder hierarchy kept
- Summary and detailed report
- 1Sign inGrant consent once in your Microsoft account.
- 2SelectChoose the format, the data and the folders.
- 3StartClick Start Backup and follow the progress.
Backup Hotmail Emails in 6 Steps
Six screens follow one Hotmail backup from the first click to the active job. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide covers MSG, MBOX, PDF and EML in detail.
Step 1. Open the Software
Install PCVITA Hotmail Backup and open it from the Start menu. Click Activate for the full edition or use the free demo.
Step 2. Select the Export Format
Select PST, EML, MBOX, PDF or MSG for emails. Contacts go out as VCF and calendars as ICS.
Step 3. Choose the Workload
Tick the data you want to save on the Workload Selection screen. Add a Date Filter if you need one period only.
Step 4. Sign in and Grant Consent
Type your Hotmail address and click Sign in with Hotmail. Select Move to Permission Grant Page and verify your identity with Microsoft. Click Accept, then Validate.
Step 5. Choose the Save Location
Click Browse Folder Path and select a folder on your drive. Click Validate and then Next.
Step 6. Fetch the Folders and Start
Click Fetch Workload Folders. Inbox, Sent Items and Drafts are ticked by default. Select Start Backup at the top right and follow the dashboard.
Demo edition limits apply.
Hotmail Backup Software Features
What PCVITA software offers for Hotmail backup, grouped by task.
Saves Hotmail Data in Seven Formats
Your mail client decides the format.
PST and MSG
Open the files in Microsoft Outlook.
EML and MBOX
Move mail to Thunderbird or Apple Mail.
PDF
Save emails as PDF files with attachments.
VCF Contacts
Export contacts as vCard files.
ICS Calendars
Export events as calendar files.
Filters and Names Your Backup
Save only the mail you need.
Date Filter
Save emails between a From date and a To date.
Folder Selection
Tick the Hotmail folders to save.
Naming Convention
Name the output files your way.
Delete After Download
Free space in your Hotmail account after the job.
Tracks and Controls the Job
The dashboard shows every step.
Live Progress
Follow the folders as the job moves on.
Pause and Resume
Stop the job and keep the partial history.
Many Accounts
Backup one or several Hotmail accounts.
No Item Limit
Full edition saves any number of emails.
Repeats Jobs and Reports Results
Fix gaps without a new job.
Retry Failed Items
Process only the items that failed.
Re-Run Full Backup
Start the backup again from the beginning.
Delta Backup
Save items that arrived later.
Summary Report
Save the totals as a CSV file.
Detailed Report
Check skipped items with the reasons.
Test these Hotmail backup options on your own account with the free demo.
Why Hotmail Backup Needs a Plan
Four facts about Hotmail export and how PCVITA software answers them.
- 1
Microsoft Export Needs Desktop Outlook
Microsoft says you need a desktop version of Outlook to export an Outlook.com mailbox. PCVITA Hotmail backup saves the mail without that step.
- 2
Microsoft Export Gives One Format
Microsoft exports a PST file in Outlook for Windows. PCVITA software also saves EML, MBOX, MSG and PDF files.
- 3
Microsoft Export Is a Snapshot
Microsoft states the file holds a copy up to the date you create it. Delta backup saves only the items that arrive afterward.
- 4
Old Accounts Fill Up
Old Hotmail addresses hold years of mail. Delete After Download clears space once the files are safe.
Prepare Before You Backup Hotmail Emails
Five checks before your first Hotmail backup. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.
- Keep your Microsoft login ready with the password and the verification code. The software asks you to grant consent once.
- Install the .NET Framework on the PC. Version 4.6.1 is the listed prerequisite.
- Open the software as Administrator on Windows 10, Windows 11 and Server editions.
- Free the disk space for your backup. Installation needs about 150 MB.
- Test the free demo on your own account before you pay. Download the demo edition and see the result.
System lines match the version and system table below. Microsoft facts follow the page linked in the Sources.
Hotmail Backup Pricing
Start with the free demo, then buy a licence for your Hotmail accounts. Both editions save mail the same way. Item limits and incremental backup are the difference.
Demo Edition
Free
Test the backup on your account
- Emails100 emails
- Other items25 contacts, events and files
- Delta backupNot available
Version 10.7.0, 155.57 MB, Windows
Full Edition
$39 one licence
Backup every Hotmail item
- ItemsNo item limits
- Price$39
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions Both editions save mail the same way and the item limits are the main difference
- PST Export
- EML and MBOX Export
- MSG and PDF Export
- Date Filter
- Folder Selection
- Delete After Download
- Delta Backup
- Backup Reports
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and Hotmail backup details in one place.
| Version | 10.7.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 155.57 MB |
| MD5 | a6f4ad4c |
| Windows versions | Windows 10 and 11 (64 bit) and Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and 2025 |
| Prerequisites | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1 and Administrator rights |
| Hardware | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2.40 GHz, 8 GB RAM and 150 MB disk space for installation |
| Free demo limit | 100 emails and 25 other items |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Accounts | Hotmail.com, Live.com and MSN.com |
|---|---|
| Data | Emails, attachments, contacts, calendars and documents |
| Email details | To, CC, BCC, inline images, signatures, read status and headers |
| Formats | PST, EML, MBOX, MSG, PDF, VCF and ICS |
| Filters | Date filter and folder selection |
| Job options | Pause, resume, retry failed items, full rerun and delta backup |
| Report | Summary and detailed reports with skipped items |
| Result | Backup files in a folder you choose |
Microsoft Outlook Export vs PCVITA Hotmail Backup
What Microsoft documents about exporting an Outlook.com mailbox next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your account.
| Point | Microsoft Outlook Export | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Add the account to desktop Outlook and export | Sign in with consent and start a job |
| Software needed | Desktop Outlook, trial or classic reduced mode | PCVITA software only |
| Formats | PST in Outlook for Windows and OLM in legacy Outlook for Mac | Seven, from PST and EML to VCF and ICS |
| Data | Email, contacts and calendar | Email, contacts, calendar and documents |
| Timing | Copy up to the date you create it | Delta backup for later items |
| Filters | Not described | Date and folder filters |
| Price | Free demo with Outlook options | Free demo, full edition $39 |
Microsoft facts come from the Microsoft page on exporting your Outlook.com mailbox. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start Backup
- Test 100 emails. Use the free demo on your account.
- Sign out of webmail. Keep the browser session closed during the job.
- Set the date filter. Save only the mail you need.
- Save the report. Check skipped items after the job.
Need Gmail mail in the backup too? Open Gmail Backup.
Sources for Microsoft Facts The page behind the facts on this page
- Microsoft SupportExport your Outlook.com mailbox
Hotmail Backup FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they backup Hotmail, grouped by topic.
Backup and Options How the software behaves with your Hotmail data
How do I backup my Hotmail emails to my hard drive?
Six steps finish the job.
- Step 1. Install the software and open it.
- Step 2. Set the output type.
- Step 3. Tick the data and dates.
- Step 4. Log in with Microsoft.
- Step 5. Name a backup folder.
- Step 6. Load the folders and begin.
Which formats can I save my Hotmail emails in?
Five formats for email. PST and MSG open in Outlook. EML and MBOX open in Thunderbird and Apple Mail. PDF files open anywhere.
Can I backup contacts and calendars too?
Yes. Contacts save as VCF files and calendars save as ICS files. Select the Contact and Calendar workloads before you start.
Can I save only some Hotmail folders?
Yes. Click Fetch Workload Folders and tick the folders you need. Inbox, Sent Items and Drafts are ticked by default.
Can I save emails from one date range?
Yes. Set a From and To date in the date filter. The software saves only the emails in that range.
Does the software save attachments and folder order?
Yes. Attachments, inline images, signatures, read status and the folder hierarchy stay in the output files.
Can I pause the backup and continue later?
Yes. Click Stop Backup and confirm. The software keeps the partial backup history.
How do I save only new emails after the first job?
Use Delta Backup. It skips items you already saved. Retry Failed Items covers the items that failed.
Does the software create a report?
Yes. Download a summary report or a detailed report. The detailed report lists skipped items and the reasons.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo do?
It covers 100 emails plus 25 contacts, events or files. Delta backup is not available in the demo. The full edition removes the item limits.
How much does the full edition cost?
The full edition starts at $39. Licences count user accounts. It carries a 30 day money back guarantee. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download the software?
Click Download Now on this page. This edition weighs 155.57 MB and installs on Windows. Test the demo on your account before you buy.
Compatibility and Setup Accounts, Windows versions and prerequisites
Which accounts does the software support?
Hotmail, Live and MSN addresses. Other Microsoft accounts that sign in with the Hotmail option also work.
Which Windows versions does the software need?
Windows 10 and 11 (64 bit). Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and 2025 also work. You need Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1 and 8 GB RAM.
Does the software store my password?
No. The Remember Credentials box saves your sign in on your own PC only.
Question not answered here? Ask on Live Chat or write to us from the Contact Us page.
Awards for PCVITA Software
Badges earned by PCVITA software.
GearDownload: 100% clean badge, no spyware, adware or viruses found in PCVITA software.
DownloadAtoZ: 5 star award badge for PCVITA software. See every badge on the PCVITA awards page.
Key Takeaways on Hotmail Backup
Five Hotmail backup facts to keep from this page.
- Seven formats. Mail, contacts and calendars all have a fitting output.
- Consent based. Sign in once and grant permission in your Microsoft account.
- Selective. Date filter and folder selection save only what you need.
- Repeatable. Retry, full rerun and delta backup cover the job after the start.
- Demo and price. Free demo covers 100 emails. Full edition starts at $39 and carries a money back guarantee.
Backup Your Hotmail Emails Today
Download the free demo, sign in with your Microsoft account and test your Hotmail backup before you buy the full edition.
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