How to Save Emails to Dropbox
- George Apostolov
How to Save Emails to Dropbox: step-by-step guide
In Gmail, Outlook, or any email provider, open the email you want to save.
Click the three dots (⋯) then click Print and select Save as PDF.
Go to Dropbox and Drag or drop the PDF file into your Dropbox folder (via the web, desktop app, or mobile app).
You can save emails to Dropbox by converting them to PDFs manually, using add-ons for Gmail or Outlook
Quick answer: To save emails to Dropbox, open the desired email in your email provider, select Print to save it as a PDF, and then drag or drop the resulting PDF file into your Dropbox folder using the web, desktop, or mobile app.
About this Dropbox tutorial
Store your important messages securely by converting them to PDFs and uploading them directly into your Dropbox folder. This guide shows how to save Emails to Dropbox in 4 steps, starting with "In Gmail, Outlook, or any email provider, open the email you want to save" and finishing with "You can save emails to Dropbox by converting them to PDFs manually, using add-ons for G...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Dropbox interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to save Emails to Dropbox?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Dropbox data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Dropbox. Related guides: How to See Folder Size in Dropbox, How to Send a Dropbox and How to send a dropbox link. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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