Moving email from another provider to icloud mail.

 1 ) Enter in user library ( click on finder take cursor on top menu bar > Go then Hold option key and click on library ) > select mail and right click on copy mail and then right click on empty desktop and click on paste item , the V 10 ( for Mac OS Ventura )folder will be saved on the desktop .

( 2 ) Open mail application and take cursor on top menu bar > file > import mail boxes > import data > select apple mail > click on continue > select desktop > click on continue > the data will start importing and the bar will start loading and let it be completed .

( 3 ) Go to system preferences > internet accounts > select the web mail account and click on minus sign it will be deleted .

( 4 ) You can see the mail data is transferred in the bottom mail side bar but everything is empty there are no mails in sent , inbox or archive but a folder " import " is visible click on drop down arrows of each folders .

( 5 ) And if you plan to switch from yahoo to google or even change the internet servicer provider the folder " import " is still saved in the empty mail application .

( 6 ) When you configure the mail account by taking cursor on top menu bar > click on add account > choose a mail provider and select the box and click on continue > add new web mail address > click on next > and type the password > and click on done you will be joined to the new server say yahoo ( that is still empty for your mail account as you recently joined this new server and no data is saved on their server , but still the mail folder " import " is in the mail application .

You can scatter the mails in the desired mail boxes .

Note : While performing these steps the fans will start running and the system will heat up but this is normal as the data is transferred , and it will take time to stop the fans and system will cool down .

Seems easy enough ... thanx.

Hello,

I understand your concerns about transferring your emails from your current email provider to iCloud Mail. I'm here to help guide you through the process.

Here's a step-by-step solution to ensure a smooth transition:

1) Backup Your Existing Emails: Before you start, it's always a good idea to back up your existing emails and data. You mentioned that you don't care about the thousands of old emails on your current provider's server, but you do want to save the emails on your MacBook Air. Ensure that these emails are backed up on your local machine.

2) Set Up iCloud+ Account: Since you plan to use iCloud Mail to store your emails, you'll need an iCloud+ subscription. This should provide you with sufficient storage space. Make sure to set up your iCloud+ account and ensure that you have enough space for your data, including emails and other applications.

3) Configuring iCloud Email on Mac:

• • Open the "Mail" application on your Mac.
  • If you haven't added your iCloud email account to the Mail app, do so by going to "Mail" > "Add Account" and follow the prompts to add your iCloud email.
  • Once your iCloud email is set up in the Mail app, you'll see your iCloud email folders in the left sidebar.

4) Moving Emails and Folders:

• • To transfer emails from your current provider to iCloud Mail, you can't simply drag and drop folders between different email accounts within the Mail app. You'll need to use a slightly different method.
  • Create corresponding folders in your iCloud email account for the folders you want to transfer.
  • Now, you can manually move or copy emails from your current email account's folders to the corresponding folders in your iCloud email. You can do this by selecting emails and using the "Move to" or "Copy to" option and selecting the appropriate iCloud folder.

5) Considerations for Personal Domains:

• • If your current email address is associated with a personal domain (e.g., yourname [@] domain.com), you'll need to make sure that your domain's MX (Mail Exchange) records are properly set up to direct incoming emails to your iCloud Mail.
  • You might need to update these MX records in your domain's DNS settings. This is something you might need assistance with, depending on your technical comfort level.

6) Testing and Finalizing:

• • After you've moved your important emails to your iCloud email account, it's a good idea to test sending and receiving emails to ensure everything is working as expected.
  • Once you're confident that your emails and folders are intact in iCloud Mail and that your domain's email settings are correct, you can proceed with canceling or discontinuing your service with your current email provider.

7) Professional Solution:

• Utilize a professional automated tool designed for seamless email migration between accounts. Consider employing a top-tier Email Backup Software optimized for Mac, for this purpose.

I've gone through this process before when I had a similar requirement, and eventually, I discovered an email backup tool specifically designed for Mac.

Remember, it's always a good practice to back up your important data before making any significant changes to your email setup.

If you're unsure about any technical steps, consider reaching out to Apple Support or seeking assistance from someone experienced in email migration.

I hope this guidance helps you smoothly transition your emails to iCloud Mail. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask. Good luck!