How to use mdbox format instead of maildir format

[mejay]

Hi,

What is the best/proper way to setup dovecot to use mdbox format instead of maildir format in DirectAdmin?

Thank you.

 

[zEitEr]

Hello,

Mbox format is deprecated and should not be used in production setups at all.

More details: https://doc.dovecot.org/main/core/config/mailbox_formats/mbox.html

And I am not even sure, the setup is possible under Dovecot+Exim+DirectAdmin

 

[mejay]

Yes, mbox is no longer used, but I'm asking about mdbox which is completely different and is widely used and supported.

 

[SEO Guru]

Mdbox is prone to corruption. Also modern backup solutions dont duplicate files so the backup footprint gets smaller.

Stick to Maildir!