# Importing and exporting webmail contacts

> Import contacts into Roundcube webmail from a vCard file, or export your address book for backup or moving elsewhere.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/email/cpanel-email/importing-and-exporting-webmail-contacts/

The **Roundcube webmail client** in cPanel allows you to easily manage your contacts by importing existing address books or exporting them for backup and migration.

## Importing Contacts

1. Log in to **Roundcube Webmail**.
2. Click **Contacts** in the left sidebar.
3. Click the **Import** icon.
4. Click **Choose Files** → select the contact file from your computer.

   - Supported format: **VCF (vCard)**.
5. (Optional) Check **Replace the entire address book** if you want to overwrite existing contacts.
6. Click **Import**.
7. Roundcube will add the contacts to your address book.

## Exporting Contacts

1. Log in to **Roundcube Webmail**.
2. Click **Contacts**.
3. Click the **down arrow** next to **Export**.
4. Choose one of the following:

   - **Export all** → saves all contacts.
   - **Export selected** → saves only highlighted contacts.
5. Save the **VCF file** to your local computer.

> **Note:**
- The **VCF format** is widely supported by most e‑mail clients (Outlook, Thunderbird, Apple Mail, Gmail).
- Exported files can be imported into another Roundcube account or any compatible mail client.
- Always back up your contacts before making major changes.