EMDF File Converter

EMDF is eM Client's proprietary database format that stores all your email data including messages, contacts, calendars, tasks and notes.

Default location on Windows:

The AppData folder is hidden by default. To access it:

• Press Windows + R, type %appdata%, press Enter
• Navigate to the "eM Client" folder

Yes! PST export is one of the most popular features. The EMDF Converter exports eM Client emails to Outlook PST format with full preservation of:

• Email content (HTML and plain text)
• Folder structure (Inbox, Sent, custom folders)
• Attachments (all file types)
• Email headers and metadata
• Date/time stamps

The resulting PST file can be imported directly into Microsoft Outlook.

Yes, all attachments are fully preserved during conversion, including:

• Documents (PDF, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Images (JPG, PNG, GIF, etc.)
• Archives (ZIP, RAR)
• Any other file type attached to emails

Attachments retain their original filenames, content and can be accessed in the converted output.

Yes! The EMDF Converter supports batch processing:

• Add multiple EMDF files using "Choose Files"
• Add entire folders containing EMDF files
• Convert all loaded files in a single operation

This is ideal for migrating multiple user accounts or processing large email archives.

The converter supports 15+ output formats:

• Email formats: PST, EML, MSG, MBOX
• Document formats: PDF, HTML, MHT, DOC, DOCX, RTF
• Other formats: TXT, CSV, XPS

Choose the format that best suits your needs, PST for Outlook, MBOX for Thunderbird, PDF for archiving, etc.

Yes! The complete folder hierarchy is preserved during conversion:

• Standard folders (Inbox, Sent, Drafts, Trash)
• Custom folders and subfolders
• Folder nesting at any depth

Your converted output will mirror the exact organization of your eM Client mailbox.

Yes! The EMDF Converter handles files of any size:

• No file size limits
• Optimized memory management for large files
• Progress indicator for long conversions

For very large files, ensure you have sufficient disk space for the output and allow adequate processing time.

Absolutely. The EMDF Converter ensures complete privacy:

• 100% offline processing, no internet required
• No data uploaded to any server
• Original EMDF files are never modified
• Works entirely on your local computer

Your emails, attachments and personal data never leave your machine.

Yes! The converter handles all eM Client data types:

• Contacts: Export to VCF, CSV for import elsewhere
• Calendars: Export to ICS for calendar apps
• Tasks: Export task items
• Notes: Export notes and memos

The free version includes all features with a limitation on the number of items exported:

• Full preview of all EMDF content
• All output formats available
• Export limited number of emails

Upgrade to the Pro version for unlimited exports.

The EMDF Converter supports:

• Windows 11 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Windows 10 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Windows 8.1 / 8 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)

Requires .NET Framework 4.5 or higher (included in Windows 8+).

To import eM Client emails into Microsoft Outlook:

1. Use 4n6 EMDF Converter to export your EMDF files to PST format
2. Open Microsoft Outlook
3. Go to File → Open & Export → Import/Export
4. Select "Import from another program or file"
5. Choose "Outlook Data File (.pst)"
6. Browse to the converted PST file and import

All emails, folders and attachments will be imported into Outlook with the original structure preserved.

Yes! Convert EMDF to EML format for Gmail compatibility:

• Export EMDF files to EML using the converter
• Use Gmail's import feature or a third-party tool to upload EML files
• Alternatively, import the EML files into Thunderbird, then sync with Gmail via IMAP

EML is a universal email format that most email services can process.

EMDF Viewer:

• Opens and displays EMDF file contents
• Read-only access, doesn't modify or export data
• Use for previewing, searching and verifying emails
• Ideal for audits and investigations

EMDF Converter:

• Exports EMDF data to other formats (PST, PDF, EML, etc.)
• Transforms data for use in other applications
• Use for migration, backup and data extraction
• Creates new output files from EMDF source

Choose Viewer to inspect data, Converter to export it.

If eM Client is corrupted but the EMDF files are intact:

1. Locate the EMDF database folder (%appdata%\eM Client)
2. Copy the entire folder to a backup location
3. Use 4n6 EMDF Converter to open the database files
4. Preview content to verify data is accessible
5. Export to your desired format (PST, EML, MBOX)

The converter works independently of eM Client, so it can access EMDF data even when the email client is damaged or uninstalled.

Absolutely yes! This is one of the key benefits of the 4n6 EMDF Converter:

• Works as a completely standalone application
• Does not require eM Client to be installed (past or present)
• Simply copy the EMDF files to any Windows PC
• Install the converter and open the EMDF files directly

This is especially useful for forensic investigators, IT administrators and users who need to access EMDF data from another user's backup.