Why Privacy-Conscious Users Should Switch to StartMail Amidst Skiff Shutdown

Why Privacy-Conscious Users Should Switch to StartMail Amidst Skiff Shutdown

The recent shutdown announcement of Skiff has prompted many to search for a reliable and secure email alternative. Concerns about the longevity of other privacy-oriented services have also emerged. Although trust is a crucial element of selecting any service provider, you can learn a lot by examining a company's history and track record.

Since its inception in 2013, StartMail has been at the forefront of privacy technology. Over the years, our service has earned the trust of hundreds of thousands of privacy-conscious individuals, and our team of security and privacy experts is committed to maintaining that trust. We are transparent about our policies and service, so that our users understand exactly how their data is being protected.

We firmly believe that privacy is a fundamental right and that email communications should remain private and secure. StartMail operates independently of commercial third parties or governments, with our headquarters and servers located in the Netherlands where the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the world's most stringent privacy standard, safeguards your emails and data.

Last year marked StartMail's tenth anniversary – a testament to our long-term commitment to privacy and security. While we may not offer a full suite of additional productivity features, our priority lies in refining our core mission: safeguarding your email communications within an easy-to-use interface.

StartMail's Stand-Out Features

At StartMail, we prioritize user security and privacy above all else. Our unique features include:

✔️ Unlimited personal and burner email aliases
✔️ No ads, no tracking
✔️ Encryption & password-protected messages
✔️ Full IMAP support
✔️ 20 GB storage
✔️ Easy email & contact migration
✔️ Personal support
✔️ Trusted secure email provider since 2013

Click here for a full list of StartMail’s features.

Making the Transition to StartMail

We know that transitioning to a new provider can seem daunting, but StartMail has been offering secure email services since 2013, making it a trusted Skiff alternative. For instructions on how to migrate your emails from Skiff to StartMail, check out our dedicated support article. And with our customer service readily available, any potential questions during the switch can be promptly addressed.

The shutdown of Skiff has highlighted the significance of reliability and longevity when it comes to privacy-focused services. At StartMail, we have a strong dedication to privacy that has been built over a decade of experience and trust and we constantly strive to innovate and maintain the highest security standards. We warmly welcome anyone looking for a dependable Skiff alternative to sign up for our 7-day trial and experience our service firsthand.

As a former Skiff user, you can take advantage of our special offer and get 50% off your first subscription year by following this link. At StartMail, your privacy is our priority, and you can trust that your emails are kept secure and confidential, always.

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