Axigen Webmail to Gmail: Step-by-Step Migration Guide
Axigen webmail to Gmail migration is simple with the right tool. The Turgs Email Backup Wizard connects to your Axigen mail server over IMAP, pulls every folder and message, and deposits them directly into your Gmail or Google Workspace account. The free trial migrates 25 emails per folder so you can verify results before buying.
You run Axigen on your mail server. Gmail is where you need those emails to live.
The problem is that Axigen does not offer a native export-to-Gmail feature. You can configure IMAP in a desktop client and drag messages across, but that approach breaks on large mailboxes and drops folder structure. A dedicated migration tool handles it in one run.
This guide walks you through the fastest way to complete an Axigen webmail to Gmail transfer, step by step.
Why Move from Axigen to Gmail?
Axigen is a solid on-premises mail server. But running your own server means managing spam filters, SSL certificates, storage quotas and uptime. Gmail offloads all of that to Google.
Here are the most common reasons people make the switch:
- Cost reduction. A Google Workspace seat often costs less than server licensing plus hardware maintenance.
- Mobile access. Gmail’s apps are more polished than Axigen’s webmail on smaller screens.
- Storage. Google Workspace plans start at 30 GB per user and scale easily.
- Integration. Calendar, Drive, Meet and Chat are all built into the same account.
One limitation worth noting: once you migrate, your emails live in Google’s infrastructure. If data sovereignty is a concern for your organisation, check Google’s data region options before you commit.
What You Need Before You Start
Before you run the migration, gather these details:
- Your Axigen webmail login (email address and password)
- Your Axigen IMAP server hostname and port (usually 993 with SSL)
- Your Gmail or Google Workspace account credentials
- A Windows PC to run the migration tool (Windows 7 through Windows 11 and Windows Server 2012 through 2022)
If you are migrating a business account, ask your Axigen admin for the IMAP hostname. Most Axigen servers use port 993 with IMAP over SSL.
How to Migrate Axigen Webmail to Gmail
Watch the video below to see the full process, or follow the written steps.
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Download and install the Turgs Email Backup Wizard on your Windows machine. The free trial lets you migrate 25 emails per folder to confirm everything works before you purchase.
Step-by-Step Migration Guide
Step 1. Launch the application. On the left panel, select Axigen from the list of email sources.
Step 2. Enter your Axigen webmail credentials and your Axigen mail server hostname and port.
Step 3. The tool connects and loads all your Axigen folders. Select the folders you want to migrate. You can choose all folders or pick specific ones.
Step 4. Choose Gmail or G Suite as the destination. The option appears in the saving format panel on the right side.
Step 5. Enter your Gmail or Google Workspace account credentials. The tool uses OAuth or app password authentication depending on your Google account settings.
Step 6. Click Start. The migration begins. You see a live progress bar as each folder transfers.
Step 7. When the migration finishes, the tool shows a completion message. Open Gmail and check your inbox and labels to confirm all folders arrived.
Key Features of the Migration Tool
Here is what the Turgs Email Backup Wizard does that manual methods cannot:
- Direct server-to-server transfer. Emails move from Axigen straight to Gmail. No intermediate PST or MBOX file required.
- Folder hierarchy preserved. Your Inbox, Sent, custom folders and subfolders all land in Gmail as labels with the same names.
- Selective migration. You pick which folders to migrate. Leave out junk or trash folders to keep your Gmail clean.
- Date filters. Set a date range to migrate only recent emails, or only emails from a specific year.
- Multiple accounts. Migrate several Axigen accounts into a single Gmail or Google Workspace account, or into separate accounts in sequence.
- No data stored. The tool connects live using your credentials. It does not cache or upload your email data to any third-party server.
Axigen to Gmail vs. Manual IMAP Method
You can configure Axigen as an IMAP account in Outlook or Thunderbird, then add Gmail as a second account and drag emails between them. It works. But it is slow and fragile on large mailboxes.
Here is how the two methods compare:
| Factor | Manual IMAP drag | Migration tool |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | Slow (limited by client sync) | Fast (direct server connection) |
| Folder structure | Often breaks on nested folders | Preserved exactly |
| Large mailboxes | Times out or crashes | Handles thousands of emails |
| Filters and rules | Manual setup in Gmail after | Not transferred (Gmail rules differ) |
| Cost | Free | Paid after trial |
For mailboxes under 200 emails with simple folder structures, manual drag works fine. For anything larger, the tool saves hours of troubleshooting.
After the Migration
Once your Axigen emails are in Gmail, do three things:
- Check labels. Open Gmail and expand the label list on the left. Each Axigen folder should appear as a label. If a folder is missing, re-run the migration for that folder only.
- Update your MX records. If you are switching your domain’s email to Google Workspace, update your DNS MX records to point to Google’s mail servers. New emails will then arrive in Gmail instead of Axigen.
- Notify contacts. If your email address is changing (for example from user@yourdomain.com on Axigen to user@gmail.com), send a notification to your key contacts.
You can also look at migrating Gmail emails to Office 365 if you later decide to move to Microsoft’s platform. And if you need to handle other mailbox formats, the guide on importing Maildir to Exchange covers a similar step-by-step process for Exchange migrations.
Have you already tried moving your Axigen mail manually, or are you starting fresh with the migration tool?
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the tool migrate Axigen contacts and calendar events?
No. The Turgs Email Backup Wizard migrates email messages only. For contacts, export them from Axigen as a VCard file and import them into Google Contacts. For calendar events, export as ICS and import into Google Calendar.
Can I run the migration on a Mac?
The tool is Windows-only. If you only have a Mac, the best option is to use the manual IMAP method in Apple Mail, or run the tool on a Windows virtual machine.
How long does the Axigen to Gmail migration take?
Speed depends on mailbox size and your internet connection. A 5 GB mailbox typically transfers in 30 to 90 minutes. The tool shows a live progress bar so you can track it.
Will the migration duplicate emails already in Gmail?
The tool does not check for duplicates. If you have already forwarded some Axigen emails to Gmail manually, those messages may appear twice. Run the migration before any manual forwarding to avoid this.
What happens if the migration stops halfway?
You can restart the tool and re-run the migration. Gmail’s IMAP protocol handles duplicate prevention at the message level for most folders. Check the folder that was in progress and compare email counts before re-running.
Is the free trial enough to test the migration?
Yes. The free trial migrates 25 emails per folder. Run it on your Inbox and one or two other folders to confirm folder names, email formatting and attachments all look correct. Then purchase to migrate the full mailbox.
