How to Export and Import Contacts in Roundcube Webmail on Bluehost

The ability to export and import contacts in Roundcube Webmail allows you to back up your email address book or transfer contacts between accounts and devices.

This feature is especially useful when migrating email accounts, switching devices, or restoring saved contacts. Bluehost webmail (Roundcube) includes built-in tools to manage your contacts quickly and efficiently.

• When Should You Export or Import Contacts?
• How to Access Roundcube Webmail
• How to Export Contacts in Roundcube
• How to Import Contacts in Roundcube
• Supported Contact File Formats
• Tips for Managing Contacts
• Troubleshooting Contact Import Issues
• Summary

When Should You Export or Import Contacts?

You may need to export or import contacts if you:

• Move your email to another provider
• Back up your address book
• Switch devices or email applications
• Restore deleted or missing contacts

Exporting creates a backup file, while importing allows you to restore or transfer that data.

How to Access Roundcube Webmail

Before managing your contacts, you’ll need to access your webmail account.

You can refer to the How to Access Webmail: Log into Your Email Account article on how to access your Roundcube webmail.

How to Export Contacts in Roundcube

Exporting contacts allows you to download your address book for backup or transfer.

Steps to Export Contacts

1. Log in to Roundcube Webmail.
2. Click Contacts in the top menu.

   

3. Select the contact group (if applicable).
4. Click the Export button.

   

5. If you haven't selected the contacts you want to export yet, you can click the down arrow beside the Export icon and choose to (1)Export all or (2)Export selected contacts. Otherwise, your selected contacts will automatically be exported to your computer.

   

6. Save the file to your computer

Contacts are typically exported as a .vcf (vCard) file.

How to Import Contacts in Roundcube

Importing contacts lets you upload an existing contact list into your email account.

Steps to Import Contacts

1. Log in to Roundcube Webmail.
2. Click Contacts.

   

3. Select the destination address book.
4. Click the Import button.

   

5. Upload your contact file (.vcf recommended).

   

6. Confirm the import.

Your contacts will be added to your address book.

Supported Contact File Formats

Roundcube supports the following formats:

• VCF (vCard) – Recommended for best compatibility
• CSV – May require proper formatting

Using the correct format helps ensure a successful import.

Tips for Managing Contacts

• Export contacts regularly as a backup
• Organize contacts into groups for easier management
• Verify imported contacts for accuracy
• Keep your contact list updated

Troubleshooting Contact Import Issues

If contacts do not import correctly:

• Confirm the file format is supported (.vcf preferred)
• Check for formatting issues in CSV files
• Try importing smaller batches
• Ensure there are no duplicate or corrupted entries

Summary

The export and import contacts in Roundcube Webmail feature on Bluehost allows you to easily back up, transfer, and restore your email contacts. By exporting your contacts as a file and importing them when needed, you can ensure your address book remains accessible and secure across different platforms and devices.