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EML File Viewer
View .eml email message files directly in your browser. View email headers, message content in both plain text and HTML formats, and easily download attachments - all without installing any email client software. Tool is 100% private: operates entirely in your browser. No data ever leaves your device.
Drag & drop an EML file here or click to select
Drop a single EML file to view its contents
Tool Introduction
Our EML File Viewer is a convenient online tool that allows you to open and inspect email message (EML) files directly in your web browser. View email headers, message content in both plain text and HTML formats, and easily download attachments - all without installing any email client software. This tool is perfect for quickly viewing email backups, investigating email headers, or accessing email content when you don't have access to your regular email client.
How to Use EML Online Viewer
- Either drag and drop your EML file onto the designated area or click to select a file from your computer
- The tool will automatically parse and display the email contents
- View different sections of the email using the accordion panels:
- Email Headers - See detailed routing and technical information
- Plain Text Content - Read the email in simple text format
- HTML Content - View the formatted email as it would appear in an email client
- Attachments - Download any files that were included with the email
- Use the "View Another File" button to load a different EML file
FAQs
What is an EML file?
An EML file is an email message saved in the standard format used by many email programs. It contains the email headers, message body, and any attachments.
Is this tool secure?
Yes, our EML viewer processes everything locally in your browser. No data is ever sent to our servers, ensuring your email content remains private and secure.
What information can I view with this tool?
You can view email headers (From, To, Subject, Date), plain text content, HTML content, and download any attachments included in the EML file.
Is there a file size limit?
Yes, the tool currently has a 5MB file size limit to ensure optimal performance in the browser.
Can I modify the EML file with this tool?
No, this is a viewer only. It allows you to read and extract content from EML files but not modify them.
How do I get an EML file from my email client?
Most email clients allow you to save individual emails as EML files. In Outlook, drag an email to your desktop or use "Save As". In Thunderbird, use "Save As > File".
Can I view multiple EML files at once?
Currently, the tool supports viewing one EML file at a time. You'll need to load each file separately.
Are email attachments safe to download?
The tool allows you to download attachments exactly as they were in the original email. However, you should always exercise caution when downloading email attachments and scan them with antivirus software.
Why can't I see images in the HTML content?
If the original email contained externally hosted images, they might not display for privacy reasons. Embedded images will display normally.
Does this tool work on mobile devices?
Yes, the EML viewer is fully responsive and works on both desktop and mobile devices.
Can I share the viewed email content?
The tool doesn't provide direct sharing functionality. However, you can save the content or attachments locally and share them through other means.
What browsers are supported?
The EML viewer works in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.