iCloud Mail Backup for Mac

Mac iCloud Backup Software

Mac iCloud Backup saves your iCloud Mail on your Mac. Sign in with an Apple app password, choose a format and start the backup.

  • iCloud Mail with attachments
  • PST, EML, MSG, MBOX, PDF and more
  • Incremental backup and date filter
  • Mac only edition
Mac iCloud Backup list of output formats
Sign in, choose a format and save your iCloud mail.
  • Free DemoTest before you buy
  • 30 Day RefundDemo test comes first
  • Card or PayPalHosted store checkout
  • Fast License KeySent by email
  • 24x7 SupportChat and email

1Is this my case?

Which Cases Need an iCloud Backup?

Find your case below. RecoveryTools software saves your iCloud mail in files on your own Mac.

  • Storage Is FullYour 5 GB of free iCloud space blocks new mail and you want to clear it.
  • Account Is ClosingYou plan to delete your Apple ID and need the mail first.
  • Sync FailsMail stops syncing and you want a copy you control.
  • Privacy Worries YouPrivate photos and files sit in an online mailbox.
  • Audit Needs Local CopiesYour team asks for mail in PST or PDF files.
  • Move to Outlook or ThunderbirdYour iCloud mail must reach another email client.

iCloud Mail on Your Mac

Save every message with its files.

Eleven Formats

Choose PST, PDF, EML, MSG and more.

Incremental Backup

Add only the new mail next time.

App Password Needed

Mac iCloud Backup asks for an Apple app password in place of your Apple ID password.

Free demo mode saves 100 emails and the full version saves every mail.

2What changes?

What Changes After the Recovery?

Before

  • Mail that lives on one server
  • Full iCloud space that blocks mail
  • Private files in an online mailbox

After

  • Mail saved in files on your Mac
  • Selected folders and dates only
  • New mail added without duplicates

3What can it do?

Which Features Come With Mac iCloud Backup?

Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.

iCloud Mail With Attachments

Save every message together with its files.

Eleven Output Formats

Save PST, MSG, EML, EMLX, MBOX, PDF, HTML, MHT, CSV or TXT files.

Date Filter

Select a From and To date to save a period of mail.

Incremental Backup

Save only the new mail in the full version.

Folder Selection

Check only the folders and subfolders you want to save.

Folder Hierarchy

Keep the folder structure after the backup.

PDF Settings

Set margins, orientation and page size, add Bates numbers and save one PDF per email.

Split Large Files

Cut big output files into smaller parts.

Delete After Download

Free iCloud space after your backup finishes.

4Is it easy?

How to Use Mac iCloud Backup in 4 Steps

Test the software in the free demo. Buy the license when you want the full result.

  1. 1Download

    Install the Demo

    Download the installer and install it on your Mac.

  2. 2Login

    Sign in to iCloud

    Enter your iCloud address and the Apple app password.

  3. 3Choose

    Select the Format

    Choose an output format and set the filters.

  4. 4Start

    Start the Backup

    Select a destination folder and click Start Backup.

Screenshots of every step sit in the Mac iCloud Backup guide.

5What will I see?

Which Screens Does the Software Show?

Follow the path from the first screen to the finished result.

Mac iCloud Backup login screen with the address and password fields

Sign in to iCloud

Enter your address and Apple app password.

Mac iCloud Backup list of output formats

Choose the Output Format

Select PST, PDF, MBOX, EML, MSG and more.

Mac iCloud Backup destination folder screen

Set the Destination

Browse a folder and start the backup.

6Demo or full?

Free Demo vs Full Version

See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.

FeatureFree DemoFull Version
Add an iCloud accountYesYes
Choose the output formatYesYes
Incremental backupNoYes
Emails savedFirst 100All emails
PriceFreeFrom $29

7Will it fit my system?

System Requirements for Mac iCloud Backup

Product Version5.1 for Mac
Download Size171 MB
Product TypeDesktop software that saves iCloud Mail on your Mac
Output FormatsPST, MSG, EML, EMLX, MBOX, PDF, HTML, MHT, CSV and TXT
MacmacOS 10.8 up to macOS 15 Sequoia on Intel and Apple Silicon
RAM4 GB
Disk Space100 MB of free space
Pre RequisiteA United States system region with English language and an Apple app password
AccountsiCloud mail accounts
Demo LimitSaves the first 100 emails

8What is the price?

How Much Does Mac iCloud Backup Cost?

Choose the license by the number of accounts. Prices are in US dollars.

Single User

1 Account

$29

  • One account
  • 1 year of free updates
  • Unlimited 24x7 support
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Multiple Users

10 to 500 Accounts

$5 per account

  • Minimum order of $50
  • Mac edition only
  • 1 year of free updates
  • Unlimited 24x7 support
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Refund requests are accepted for 30 days. Test the free demo first because software bought without a demo evaluation does not qualify. See the RecoveryTools refund policy for the full terms.

Need more email backup tools? Cloud Email Backup Suite bundles several webmail backup tools at a lower price.

See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.

9Is it safe?

Can You Trust the Software With Your iCloud Mail?

4.7
average rating out of 5 from 476 users

See Results First

Test the free demo on your iCloud account and check the saved mail before you pay.

In Business Since 2007

RecoveryTools stands on a company that began in 2007 and now helps users in over 100 countries. Find more about RecoveryTools.

ISO Certified

Standards ISO 9001:2015 for quality and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 for information security back the company. See the awards and certifications page.

Terms in Plain Sight

Refund, privacy and usage terms are public before you pay. See the refund policy, privacy policy and terms of use.

10Need a hand?

Where to Get Help With Your iCloud Backup

Support engineers answer questions before and after you buy. Visit the RecoveryTools support center for phone numbers and more ways to get help.

Live Chat

Talk to an expert on live chat at any hour.

Email Support

Email support@systoolsgroup.com with your macOS version and the error message.

Remote Session

An expert connects to your computer and solves a hard case for you.

Step by Step Guide

Follow the user guide for the sign in, format and start screens.

11Still have a question?

Questions About iCloud Email Backup

Can the software backup iCloud emails with attachments?

Yes. iCloud emails save together with their attachments and keep the folder structure.

Which formats can I save iCloud mail in?

PST, MSG, EML, EMLX, MBOX, PDF, HTML, MHT, CSV and TXT files work.

Do I need an app password?

Yes. Generate an app specific password in your Apple ID account and enter it in place of your normal password.

Which Mac systems work?

macOS 10.8 up to macOS 15 Sequoia work on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs. Set the system region to United States and the language to English.

Can I backup only some folders or dates?

Yes. Check the folders you want and set a From and To date to save a selected period.

What is incremental backup?

Incremental backup skips the mail you saved earlier and saves only the new messages. Free demo mode leaves it out.

Can I backup many iCloud accounts?

Yes. Multiple user licenses cover 10 to 500 accounts at $5 per account.

Can I set PDF page options?

Yes. Set the margins, orientation and page size, add Bates numbers and save one PDF per email.

Can I split large output files?

Yes. The split option cuts big files into smaller parts.

Does Delete After Download remove mail from iCloud?

Yes. Delete After Download removes mail from your iCloud account once your backup finishes. Leave it unchecked to keep your mail online.

What does the free demo do?

Free demo mode saves the first 100 emails. Full version saves every email.

Is there a Windows edition?

No. Mac iCloud Backup is a Mac only edition.

How much does Mac iCloud Backup cost?

Single user licenses cost $29. Multiple user licenses cost $5 per account from 10 accounts up to 500.

Can I get a refund?

Yes. Refund requests are accepted for 30 days under the RecoveryTools refund policy. Software bought without a demo evaluation does not qualify. Email a signed Letter of Destruction to sales@recovery-tools.org. Bundle purchases cannot be refunded.

Backup Your iCloud Mail With the Free Demo

Download the free demo, save 100 emails and buy the license when you want the full mailbox.