Email providers see everything that crosses your inbox. Encrypted alternatives change that contract.

Fastmail is an Australian company that offers private email funded entirely by its users, with no advertising or tracking. There’s a free trial, after which accounts cost various different prices for different features and amounts of storage space.

Why consider the swap

If you currently rely on Gmail and want more control over data, lower long-term costs, or a privacy-friendly licensing model, Fastmail covers most of the same ground.

What you trade off

Most privacy-friendly alternatives require more setup than their commercial counterparts and may lag on polish, mobile apps, or ecosystem integrations. Check the project’s documentation for current feature parity with Gmail before committing.

Where to start

• Project page: Fastmail
• Comparison reference: Gmail

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