Zimbra TGZ and Mailbox Converter
Zimbra Converter Software
Zimbra Converter exports your Zimbra mail, contacts, calendars and tasks to formats other apps open. Add a TGZ file or sign in to a webmail account and select the output.
- TGZ files with no unzip step
- Webmail and older desktop client files
- Nine export formats
- Windows desktop edition
- 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 a Zimbra Converter?
Find your case below. RecoveryTools software exports your Zimbra data into the format you need.
- Leaving ZimbraYour company moves to another mail platform and the old mail must follow.
- TGZ File Is StuckAn exported TGZ archive opens in no mail client.
- Need Mail in OutlookYou want Zimbra emails inside a PST file.
- Calendar Must MoveYour meetings and tasks must leave Zimbra with the mail.
- Cloud Mailbox BackupYou want your webmail data on a local drive.
- Old Desktop DataAn old desktop client archive still holds years of mail.
TGZ and Webmail
Add a file or sign in to your account.
Nine Output Choices
Save mail in the format your team needs.
Preview First
Check every item before you export.
Zimbra Converter exports a TGZ file from your drive or a live Zimbra webmail account, cloud or on premise.
Free demo mode exports 25 items per folder.
2What changes?
What Changes After the Recovery?
Before
- TGZ archives nobody can open
- Mail stuck in Zimbra
- Manual copy of every folder
After
- Mail, contacts and calendars exported
- Folder structure kept
- Attachments saved with every email
3What can it do?
Which Features Come With Zimbra Converter?
Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.
TGZ Without Unzip
Add the TGZ file as it is, with no extraction first.
Webmail Export
Sign in to a Zimbra account and export online mail.
Eight Export Choices
Save as PST, MBOX, EML, MSG, Office 365, vCard, CSV, ICS or PDF.
Item Preview
Check emails, contacts, calendars and tasks before you export.
Date Filter
Set a From and To date to export a range.
Category Selection
Export only mail, contacts, calendars or tasks.
PST Splitting
Cut a large PST into parts by size.
Folders and Attachments Kept
Keep the folder tree and embedded attachments.
Network Edition Support
Open files from Zimbra Network Edition.
4Is it easy?
How to Use Zimbra Converter in 4 Steps
Test the software in the free demo. Buy the license when you want the full result.
- 1Download
Install the Demo
Download the installer and install it on your Windows computer.
- 2Add
Add the TGZ File
Click Add File and select the TGZ file or a folder.
- 3Preview
Preview the Items
Check your emails, contacts, calendars and tasks.
- 4Export
Select Output and Export
Choose the format, set the filters and click Export.
Screenshots of every step sit in the Zimbra Converter guide.
5What will I see?
Which Screens Does the Software Show?
Follow the path from the first screen to the finished result.

Start the Software
Open the main screen with the four steps.

Preview Your Mail
Check the folder tree and the email details.

Choose the Export Option
Select a format and the options for it.
6Demo or full?
Free Demo vs Full Version
See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.
| Feature | Free Demo | Full Version |
|---|---|---|
| Add TGZ files and webmail | Yes | Yes |
| Preview of mail, contacts and calendars | Yes | Yes |
| Date and category filters | Yes | Yes |
| Items exported | 25 per folder | Every item |
| Price | Free | From $49 |
7Will it fit my system?
System Requirements for Zimbra Converter
| Product Version | 8.0 for Windows |
|---|---|
| Download Size | 88.57 MB |
| Product Type | Desktop software that exports Zimbra data |
| Input | Zimbra TGZ files and Zimbra webmail accounts |
| Zimbra Editions | Network Edition plus the 7.3.1 desktop client and earlier 7.x clients |
| Output | PST, MBOX, EML, MSG, Office 365, vCard, CSV, ICS and PDF |
| Windows | Windows 11 in 64 bit, Windows 10, 8 and 7 in 32 and 64 bit, plus Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2.40 GHz or better |
| RAM and Disk Space | 4 GB RAM with 100 MB of free space |
| Pre Requisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later |
| Demo Limit | Exports 25 items from every folder |
8What is the price?
How Much Does Zimbra Converter Cost?
Choose the license by the number of computers. Prices are in US dollars.
1 Computer
$49
- Home and private use
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 100 Computers
$199
- One location in one country
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 500 Computers
$499
- Offices in many places
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Need more Office repair tools? Office File Recovery Suite adds Excel Recovery, Access Recovery and PowerPoint Recovery for $99 instead of $212.
See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.
9Is it safe?
Can You Trust the Software With Your Zimbra Data?
See Results First
Test the free demo on a copy of your TGZ file and check the result 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 Zimbra Export
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 Zimbra 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 select, preview and save screens.
11Still have a question?
Questions About Converting Zimbra Data
How do I convert a Zimbra TGZ file?
Click Add File, select the TGZ file, preview the items and choose an export format.
Do I need to unzip the TGZ file first?
No. Add the TGZ file as it is.
Can I export an online Zimbra mailbox?
Yes. Sign in with your Zimbra details and export the webmail data directly.
Which output formats work?
PST, MBOX, EML, MSG, Office 365, vCard, CSV, ICS and PDF work.
Does the software export Zimbra calendars?
Yes. Calendars export as ICS or PST along with contacts and tasks.
Can I open TGZ files from Zimbra Desktop 7.3.1?
Yes. Files from the 7.3.1 desktop client and earlier 7.x clients work.
Does the software work with Zimbra Network Edition?
Yes. Network Edition files work next to the open source edition.
Can I export only a date range?
Yes. Set a From and To date before you export.
Are attachments and folders kept?
Yes. Folder hierarchy and attachments, including inline ones, stay in place.
Is there a file size limit?
No. Software handles large TGZ files.
What does the free demo do?
Free demo mode converts 25 items per folder. Full version converts every item.
Is there a Mac edition?
Not on this page. Zimbra Converter is a Windows edition.
How much does Zimbra Converter cost?
Personal costs $49 for 1 computer. Business costs $199 for up to 100 computers. Enterprise costs $499 for up to 500 computers.
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.
Convert Your Zimbra Mail With the Free Demo
Download the free demo, export a few items and buy the license when you want the full mailbox.