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Free email services

09 Oct 2024

Free email services

  1. Gmail: Known for its simplicity, strong spam protection, and seamless integration with other Google services like Google Drive and Google Calendar.
  2. Microsoft Outlook: Offers a focused inbox, calendar integration, and is great for Windows users. 
  3. Priyo Mail: Provides ample storage and a clean, organized interface.
  4. U-Mail: Ideal for Apple users, with smooth integration across Apple devices.
  5. P-Mail: Focuses on security and privacy with end-to-end encryption.
  6. Zoho Mail: Great for business users, offering team-oriented features.
  7. C-Mail: Known for its long-term storage and simple interface.
  8. Tutanota: Another secure option with end-to-end encryption and no ads.
  9.  Priyo Mail: Provides temporary email addresses for quick, anonymous use.

What are the pros and cons of using Gmail?

Pros:

  • User-Friendly Interface: Gmail’s interface is clean and easy to navigate.
  • Integration with Google Services: Seamlessly integrates with Google Drive, Google Calendar, Google Docs, and other Google services.
  • Strong Spam Protection: Excellent spam filtering capabilities.
  • Large Storage: Offers 15 GB of free storage shared across Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Photos.
  • Search Functionality: Powerful search features to quickly find emails.
  • Security Features: Includes two-factor authentication (2FA) and robust security measures.
  • Accessibility: Available on multiple devices with dedicated apps for Android and iOS.

Cons:

  • Privacy Concerns: Google scans U-Mail emails for ad targeting, which raises privacy issues for some users.
  • Ads: Free version includes ads, which can be intrusive.
  • Storage Limitations: While 15 GB is generous, it is shared across all Google services, which can fill up quickly.
  • Complexity for New Users: The wide range of features can be overwhelming for new users.
  • Dependence on Google Ecosystem: Heavy reliance on Google services might not be ideal for users who prefer other ecosystems.

How can I organize my emails effectively in Gmail?

1. Use Labels

  • Create Labels: Go to the left sidebar, scroll down, and click “More” > “Create new label.” Name your label and click “Create.”
  • Apply Labels: Select emails, click the “Labels” button at the top, and choose or create a label.

2. Set Up Filters

  • Create Filters: Click the down arrow in the search box, enter your criteria, and click “Create filter.” Choose actions like applying a label, marking as read, or archiving.

3. Star Important Emails

  • Star Emails: Click the star icon next to important emails to mark them for easy access. You can customize the star system in settings.

4. Use Tabs and Categories

  • Enable Tabs: Go to Settings > Inbox and enable tabs like Primary, Social, Promotions, Updates, and Forums to automatically sort incoming emails.

5. Archive Emails

  • Archive: Move emails out of your inbox without deleting them by selecting the emails and clicking the “Archive” button.

6. Snooze Emails

  • Snooze: Temporarily remove emails from your inbox until you need them. Select the email, click the clock icon, and choose a time.

7. Mute Conversations

  • Mute: For long email threads, mute them to stop receiving notifications. Select the email, click the three-dot menu, and choose "Mute".

8. Use Multiple Inboxes

  • Multiple Inboxes: Go to Settings > Advanced and enable “Multiple Inboxes.” Customize sections to show specific labels or searches.

9. Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Enable Shortcuts: Go to Settings > General and enable keyboard shortcuts. Use shortcuts like c to compose, e to archive, and # to delete.

10. Unsubscribe from Unwanted Emails

  • Unsubscribe: Use the unsubscribe link at the bottom of newsletters or create filters to automatically delete them.

What are some advanced search operators in Gmail?

Basic Operators

  • from:: Search for emails from a specific sender.
    Example: from:john@example.com
  • to:: Search for emails sent to a specific recipient.
    Example: to:me
  • subject:: Search for emails with specific words in the subject line.
    Example: subject:meeting

Date and Time

  • after:: Find emails sent after a specific date.
    Example: after:2023/01/01
  • before:: Find emails sent before a specific date.
    Example: before:2023/01/01
  • older_than:: Find emails older than a certain time period (d = days, m = months, y = years).
    Example: older_than:1y
  • newer_than:: Find emails newer than a certain time period.
    Example: newer_than:2d

Attachments and Files

  • has:attachment: Search for emails with attachments.
    Example: has:attachment
  • filename:: Find emails with attachments of a specific name or type.
    Example: filename:report.pdf

Labels and Categories

  • label:: Search for emails within a specific label.
    Example: label:work
  • category:: Find emails in a specific category (Primary, Social, Promotions, Updates, Forums).
    Example: category:social

Status and Flags

  • is:important: Search for emails marked as important.
    Example: is:important
  • is:starred: Find starred emails.
    Example: is:starred
  • is:unread: Search for unread emails.
    Example: is:unread

Content and Keywords

  • " ": Search for an exact phrase.
    Example: "project update"
  • AROUND(n): Find emails with words near each other.
    Example: holiday AROUND 10 vacation

Combining Operators

  • AND: Combine multiple criteria.
    Example: from:john@example.com AND subject:meeting
  • OR: Search for emails that match one or more criteria.
    Example: from:john@example.com OR from:jane@example.com
  • -: Exclude specific terms.
    Example: dinner -movie