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StartMail

StartMail

Privacy-first email service alternative to Gmail or Protonmail

About StartMail

StartMail is a privacy-focused email service that gives users a secure, ad-free inbox without tracking or profiling.

Based in the Netherlands, StartMail helps individuals and businesses keep their email communications private while maintaining the flexibility to use email the way they prefer. Users can access StartMail through webmail, the StartMail mobile app for iOS and Android, or their preferred email client via IMAP.

Key features include unlimited email aliases, PGP encryption, password-protected emails, advanced spam and phishing filtering, custom domains, and an ad- and tracking-free experience. Email aliases allow users to create unique addresses for online accounts, newsletters, shopping, and other services without exposing their primary email address. Aliases can be easily managed from a dedicated tab, organized into folders, and deleted at any time if they start receiving spam.

Unlike many mainstream email providers, StartMail does not scan, analyze, or monetize users’ emails or personal data. StartMail is designed for people and businesses looking for a private email alternative without giving up flexibility and everyday usability.

Key features

Unlimited aliases

Unique extra email addresses you can create and delete at any time. Help to keep your main address exclusive and prevent spam and phishing.

One-click burner aliases

Ideal for when you need an email to download a white paper or sign up for a service but don't want to share your personal email. Generated with a simple click and automatically disappears after one hour.

No ads, no tracking

Your privacy is our top priority. We don't track your email activity, serve ads, or sell your data. You're in control of your data at all times.

Compliant with GDPR for European data protection

Our headquarters and servers are located in the Netherlands, ensuring that your emails and data are protected by the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the world's highest privacy standard.

Shared aliases on your domain

Collaborate seamlessly with shared email aliases. Multiple subscription members can send and receive emails from the same alias address, enhancing coordination under a unified identity.

Pay with Bitcoin

If you choose to pay annually, you can do so anonymously with Bitcoin. Contact us to receive the Bitcoin price and the address to which you can transfer the payment.

PGP encrypted emails

We make it easy to keep your emails secure with PGP encryption. With just one click, you can encrypt your email with PGP and ensure that only the intended recipients can read your message.

Password protected email

Send encrypted emails securely to anyone, anywhere. Even if the recipient does not use encryption, we allow you to set a password for them to receive and reply to your encrypted emails.

End-to-end-encryption via IMAP

With OpenPGP, you can configure your IMAP mail client to use end-to-end encryption.

Paid only

Personal

$4.99 per month

Secure, encrypted email with StartMail domain or your own domain. Most popular with individuals and families.

Business

$6.99 per month

Secure, encrypted email with your own domains. Perfect for teams, entrepreneurs, and freelancers.

Fit profile

Team size
Solo makersSmall teams (2–10)Mid-size (11–50)
Hosting model
Fully managed (SaaS)

Builder Fit Radar

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Data confidence:Low

Strong on momentum, weaker on control & portability and budget friendliness.

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Company

Name
StartMail B.V.
Postbus 1079 3700 BB Zeist, The Netherlands
Team size
30
Founded
2013
Founders
  • Robert E.G. Beens
    Founder and CEO

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Model
Paid only

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