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IMAP/Email Sync

IMAP/Email Sync

IMAP/Email Sync is a tool used to migrate or backup IMAP accounts. By connecting IMAP/Email Sync to Datagrid, you can gain insights into your email migration processes, track transfer statistics, and monitor the overall health of your email systems.

1. How-to

1. Prerequisites

To configure the IMAP/Email Sync connector, follow these steps:

  • Access to the command-line tool Imapsync. Imapsync runs on Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X.
  • Knowledge of the IMAP server details for both the source and destination accounts.
  • Credentials (username and password) for both the source and destination IMAP accounts.
  • Select the data you want to import into Datagrid

2. Connect

Creating a dataset from the IMAP/Email Sync connector involves configuring the connection and running the synchronization:

  1. Connect IMAP/Email Sync App: a. Click on the "+ Create” Button on the top left of the screen. b. Select the "Connect Apps" item. c. Search for the IMAP/Email Sync connector from the list. d. Enter the necessary details, including source and destination IMAP server addresses, usernames, and passwords. e. Click on the “Next” button.
  2. Pick your Data: a. Choose the data you want to include in your dataset. This might include transfer logs, statistics, or error reports. b. Click on the “Start First Import” Button to start syncing your IMAP/Email Sync dataset.

3. Set Up a Schedule

Scheduling regular data pulls allows you to monitor ongoing email migrations or backups:

  1. Navigate to IMAP/Email Sync Dataset: a. Go to the left side panel and locate and click on the IMAP/Email Sync dataset you created.
  2. Schedule Settings: a. Click on the “...” on the top right of the dataset. b. Click on “Edit Pipeline” to edit your connector's name. c. Click the “Schedule” button on the right, beside the “Import Configuration” button.
  3. Configure Schedule: a. Set the desired frequency for data pulls (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly). b. Specify the time of day for the data pull to occur. c. Specify downtime if needed – when the sync should not happen. d. Click the “Update” button to update the new configuration.

4. Data Access

  • Mailboxes
  • Messages
  • Folders
  • Transfer logs
  • Statistics
  • Errors

5. Use Cases

  • Email Migration Monitoring: Track the progress of email migrations, identify potential issues, and ensure a smooth transition.
  • Backup Verification: Verify that email backups are completing successfully and that all data is being transferred.
  • Compliance Reporting: Generate reports on email migrations and backups for compliance purposes.
  • Troubleshooting: Analyze transfer logs and error reports to identify and resolve issues with email migrations or backups.

6. FAQ

Q: What is IMAP/Email Sync? A: IMAP/Email Sync, specifically using Imapsync, is a tool to migrate or backup IMAP accounts.

Q: What kind of data can I import from IMAP/Email Sync? A: You can import data related to mailbox transfers, including logs, statistics, and error reports.

Q: Can IMAP/Email Sync migrate Contacts and Calendars? A: No, Imapsync can't migrate Contacts and Calendars directly via the IMAP protocol.

7. Support & Additional Resources