[Corp Blog] Ultimate guide to the 19 best secure, encrypted, and private email services
[Corp Blog] Ultimate guide to the 19 best secure, encrypted, and private email services
Dive deep into the world of encrypted, secure email services of 2023 and find the best fit for your privacy needs.
In an article discussing secure email services, the need for data protection online is emphasized due to personal details in emails being vulnerable to hackers. Encrypted secure email is recommended for its ability to turn emails into code readable only with a special key, ensuring data privacy and trust-building. The article then lists 10 secure email services:
- ProtonMail: Swiss-based, zero-access encryption, open-source.
- Tutanota: German, open-source, comprehensive encryption.
- Hushmail: Canadian, end-to-end encryption, user-friendly.
- Mailfence: Belgian, OpenPGP encryption, no third-party cloud use.
- Posteo: German, emphasis on privacy and green energy.
- Runbox: Norwegian, security, and environmental sustainability.
- Zoho Mail: Versatile, encrypted communication, integration.
- CounterMail: Swedish, end-to-end encryption, focus on privacy.
- Kolab Now: Swiss-based, end-to-end encryption, collaboration.
- Thexyz: Canadian, security filters, customizable features.
The article also mentions the advantages of temporary mail over full email accounts, like anonymity, spam/phishing protection, and quick setup. It highlights top temporary mail services:
- Temp Mail: Short-term email, automatic message deletion.
- MyTemp.email: Short-lived email with user control, free.
- Maildrop: Temporary email without registration, spam filter.
- Fake Mail Generator: Temporary addresses with various domains.
- Guerilla Mail: Disposable mailbox, one-hour email access.
- ThrowAwayMail: Disposable email for short-term tasks.
- Mailinator: Spontaneous email addresses for single-use.
- YOPmail: Temporary email for 8 days, no registration.
- 10 Minute Mail: Auto-deleted temporary email in 10 minutes.
These services provide solutions for safeguarding privacy and managing emails effectively.
No mention of MailboxORG?
Correct me if I'm wrong, but afaik Mailbox.org is not encrypted (beyond standard TLS, that is).
Their main selling point used to be bring-your-own-domain emails for 1€/mo but they changed their pricing to a more average 3€/mo earlier this year.
They have an opt-in feature that encrypts all emails that will be saved in your inbox with an PGP key pair, like Proton does. https://kb.mailbox.org/en/private/security-privacy-article/activate-your-mailbox-org-guard
How is the Protonmail mobile client compared to fastmail? Just asking in case someone has used both.
I really like Fastmail though. So many useful features everywhere and it's very fast.
I realize I have no privacy from governments however. Fastmail is part of 5 eyes pact.
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I migrated to ProtonMail out of curiosity after more than a decade, but when they turned over the IP address of a fucking CLIMATE ACTIVIST to police, I decided to halt that process
Are you referring to this?
Notable cases involving Swiss court orders include a case involving death threats made against well-known immunologist Anthony Fauci and a case against French climate activists. After these cases, in October 2021, Proton Mail won an important Swiss court victory that confirmed that email services cannot be considered telecommunications providers, and consequently are not subject to the data retention requirements imposed on telecommunications providers.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton_Mail
It sounds like they followed Swiss law and then worked to update the laws to prevent it from happening again, all while never sharing the contents of any emails (which they can't because they're encrypted).
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This is likely because the app has been cached by the OS and then once it loads realizes it needs to prompt for authentication again. I see the same thing happening with work apps like teams and Outlook where it opens to what I had been previously looking at before locking and asking for authentication.
It seems to work fine for me. Haven't received any problems. If you're interested in getting protonmail and protonvpn, proton unlimited is a really sweet plan, really recommend it. Proton has really good support as well.
No skiff?
Tutanota needs a native mail client that’s not based on electron. It feels like a chore to open new emails in their current apps.
I use tutanota and really dig it. I basically only give its email address to more important things and let gmail be a junk mail now.
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For those interested in exploring this secure email platform offerings, there's a complimentary version available, allowing users to familiarize themselves with the service before considering premium subscription options.
While being cost-effective and user-friendly, Tutanota also extends a complimentary plan, positioning it as a commendable choice for individuals venturing into the realm of secure email services.
Adhering rigorously to European data protection regulations, Mailfence ensures robust defense against unauthorized access to personal and professional correspondence.
While ensuring these premium features, this secure email platform operates on a modest monthly subscription model, abstaining from offering complimentary tiers.
Catering to the discerning user, it boasts premium features such as end-to-end encrypted messages, robust automatic backups, and the added layer of two-factor authentication.
ThrowAwayMail offers users the ability to generate disposable email addresses, ensuring their primary inbox remains free from unwanted spam and extraneous newsletters.
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- ProtonMail is more name than actual security product
I use StartMail.com with Apple Mail for Client… This is way more safe and better than gmail