For simple backups, you can manually duplicate your Apple Mail folders (~/Library/Mail) to an external drive or export using Mail’s export feature. This approach is not automated and may miss important emails or attachments.

For powerful, commercial-level protection, MigrateEmails Apple Mail Backup Tool provides better functionality with:
– Batch processing for bulk email archiving
– Multi-format export (PDF, EML, MBOX)
– Backup of selected important messages
– One-click automation for easy use

Key Benefits Over Manual Backups:
1. Saves all metadata & attachments intact
2. Supports scheduled & incremental backups
3. Provides military-grade encryption
4. Perfect for businesses and power users and many more.

Free yourself from the pitfalls of manual backups with enterprise-class security and intelligent automation.