ProtonMail to Gmail

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To forward ProtonMail to Gmail, enable redirection inside Proton Settings and confirm the rule from Gmail. For a full move, export Proton mail to MBOX with the Import Export app and upload it to Gmail using PCDOTS Email Converter.

In this post, you will learn how to forward ProtonMail to Gmail. We also cover the steps to migrate Proton Mail emails to your Google account. Use the manual method or a safe tool option.

ProtonMail offers strong privacy and end-to-end encryption. But the free plan has limits on storage and features. Gmail gives more space, smart filters and easier access from any device. Many users want a way to forward ProtonMail to Gmail or fully switch over.

Table of Contents
  1. How to Forward Proton Mail to Gmail
  2. Set Up Auto Forward in ProtonMail
  3. ProtonMail Email Forwarding Setup
  4. How to Migrate from ProtonMail to Gmail
  5. Steps to Migrate Proton Email to Google Mail
  6. Add ProtonMail to Gmail App and Web
  7. Stop ProtonMail Forwarding to Gmail
  8. Why Migrate ProtonMail to Gmail
  9. The Conclusion
  10. FAQs

How to Forward Proton Mail to Gmail

ProtonMail forwarding to Gmail helps you read Proton messages inside Google Mail. It keeps both accounts active. You can manage all email in one inbox.

1

Enable Redirection in ProtonMail

  • Open a web browser and log in to your ProtonMail account.
  • Click the gear icon at the top right of the interface.
  • Go to the Forwarding or IMAP tab in Settings.
  • Enable email forwarding and enter your Gmail address.
  • Open the Gmail inbox and confirm the verification email from Proton.
  • Save the redirection settings to apply changes.
2

Set Up Gmail to Receive Proton Mail

  • Sign in to your Gmail account.
  • Open Settings and click the See all settings option.
  • Open the Accounts and Import tab.
  • Click Add a mail account next to Check mail from other accounts.
  • Enter your ProtonMail address and the Bridge IMAP details.
  • Save and let Gmail pull mail from Proton on a schedule.

Tip

Proton Bridge runs on the desktop. Keep it open so Gmail can fetch new mail through IMAP.

Set Up Auto Forward in ProtonMail

Auto forward sends every new Proton message to Gmail without manual steps. Set the rule once and Proton handles the rest.

  • Open ProtonMail Settings and pick the Forward tab.
  • Click Add forwarding rule and choose auto forward.
  • Type the Gmail address and save the rule.
  • Confirm the verification mail in your Gmail inbox.

ProtonMail Email Forwarding Setup

This setup uses Proton settings only. No extra app is needed for forwarding fresh mail.

  • Sign in to ProtonMail in a browser.
  • Open Settings then Forwarding.
  • Add the Gmail target address.
  • Save and confirm the rule from Gmail.

How to Migrate from ProtonMail to Gmail

A permanent move from Proton to Gmail is called migration. Forwarding only copies new mail. Migration moves your old mail as well.

You can pick a manual route or use PCDOTS Email Converter to handle the transfer safely. The manual route uses ProtonMail Bridge plus IMAP. It works but needs care with passwords and Bridge ports.

Steps to Migrate Proton Email to Google Mail

PCDOTS Email Converter reads the MBOX files you exported from Proton. It then uploads each email to your Gmail account with folder structure intact.

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1

Open the converter

Launch the converter and click the Open option.

open files in converter

2

Load the MBOX export

Choose Files or Folders and load the MBOX export.

choose files or folders

Export ProtonMail to MBOX First

Use the Proton Import Export app to save your Proton inbox as an MBOX file.

  • Open the Proton Import Export app on the desktop.
    open proton import export app
  • Sign in with your ProtonMail credentials.
    enter protonmail credentials
  • Pick Export all to back up the full mailbox.
    select export all option
  • Click Export to start the backup.
    click export to backup proton mail
  • Choose MBOX as the output format and save.
    select mbox format

Watch out

Keep ProtonMail Bridge running during the export. The Import Export app needs Bridge to read mail over IMAP.

Add ProtonMail to Gmail App and Web

You can add Proton inside the Gmail app on a phone or in Gmail on the web. Both routes use Bridge IMAP credentials.

  • Install Proton Bridge on the desktop and note the IMAP host and port.
  • Open the Gmail app and tap Add another account.
  • Pick Other and enter the Proton address.
  • Paste the Bridge IMAP and SMTP details.
  • Finish and let Gmail pull Proton mail.

Stop ProtonMail Forwarding to Gmail

Turn off forwarding anytime from Proton settings.

  • Open ProtonMail Settings and go to Forwarding.
  • Find the active rule for your Gmail address.
  • Click Remove or Disable to stop the rule.
  • Save and confirm the change.

Why Migrate ProtonMail to Gmail

Gmail offers wider device support and bigger free storage. It also ties into Google Drive, Calendar and Meet. A Proton move helps if you want daily access while keeping Proton for sensitive mail.

Migration also helps when you change jobs or close a Proton plan. Moving emails to Gmail keeps full history with labels and dates intact.

Key Takeaway

Pick forwarding for daily access in one inbox. Pick migration for a full move with old mail and folders.

The Conclusion

We covered the manual way to forward ProtonMail to Gmail and the steps to fully migrate Proton emails to your Google account. The manual route uses Proton settings and Bridge. The tool route uses PCDOTS Email Converter for a clean one-shot transfer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I migrate from ProtonMail to Gmail?

Gmail gives more storage, smart filters and wide app support. ProtonMail is great for privacy but the free plan has small space. A move to Gmail brings daily mail under one roof.

What is email forwarding and why should I forward ProtonMail to Gmail?

Email forwarding sends a copy of new mail from one inbox to another. Proton to Gmail forwarding lets you read Proton mail inside Gmail without opening a second app.

Can I set up ProtonMail auto forward for free?

ProtonMail auto forward is part of paid Proton plans. Free users can still export Proton mail to MBOX and upload it to Gmail using PCDOTS Email Converter.

When forwarding ProtonMail emails, can I forward attachments?

Yes. Proton to Gmail forwarding keeps the email body and the attached files together in the same message.

What happens to forwarded emails in my ProtonMail account?

Proton keeps the original copy in the Proton inbox by default. You can change this in the redirection settings to move or delete the source.

How do I add ProtonMail to the Gmail app?

Install Proton Bridge on the desktop and get IMAP credentials. Then open the Gmail app, tap Add another account, pick Other and paste the Bridge details.