here is the info in brief steps: '''BACKUP''' on first computer # ensure thunderbird is not running # enter %appdata% in search window on task bar and press Enter key # this should open windows file explorer in Appdata\roaming folder # highlight the Thunderbird folder and copy to external media '''RESTORE''' to second computer # ensure thunderbird is installed and NOT running # enter %appdata% in search window on task bar and press Enter key # you should be in Appdata\roaming folder , copy&paste the exported Thunderbird folder there. This may prompt to overwrite an existing folder of same name. allow it # start thunderbird and all should be there