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February 12, 2025
Big Tech Is A Toxic Partner. It's Time To Break Up.
If you look at the signs of a toxic partnership, they bear a striking resemblance to how Big Tech treats their users. This Valentine's Day, it's time to examine whether these companies are treating us the way we deserve...and break up with them if they're not.

January 27, 2025
6 Ways That Companies Violate Your Data Privacy
We believe that your right to privacy doesn’t stop at your inbox. That’s why, to commemorate International Data Privacy Week, we want to show you six common ways companies put your privacy at risk and how we can support you in maintaining control over your personal data.

November 14, 2024
How AI Threatens Your Email Privacy - And What You Can Do About It
Is AI invading your inbox? Discover how AI-powered email tools could compromise your privacy and learn essential steps to protect your personal data. From encryption to secure email providers, find out how to stay private in an AI-driven world.

October 2, 2024
The Hidden Costs of Free Email Services
Free email services may not cost money, but they compromise privacy by monetizing user data through ads and tracking. Discover why switching to privacy-focused alternatives with encryption and no data selling is essential for secure, private communication.

July 17, 2024
5 Benefits of Using a Secure Email Service for Your Business
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, safeguarding your business communications is more important than ever. Uncover the top 5 compelling advantages of using a secure email service and learn how it can keep your business emails safe and sound.

July 4, 2024
A Beginner’s Guide to IMAP: How to Configure a Secure Email Connection
Discover how IMAP and SMTP can enhance your email experience. We’ll show you how to set up a secure connection for your StartMail account.

June 17, 2024
Four Advantages of Using a Custom Email Domain
We explore the advantages of using a custom email domain and how StartMail can help you make the transition seamlessly.

March 22, 2024
The Cost of Phishing Scams
Phishing scams have become a persistent threat in the digital world, resulting in financial loss, compromised personal information, and damaged reputations. We explore real-life examples, the cost to businesses, and strategies for mitigating the risk of falling victim to these attacks.

November 14, 2023
Microsoft Outlook Update Raises Privacy Concerns
Outlook update sparks privacy concerns as user data and credentials may be sent to Microsoft servers, even for non-Microsoft email providers.

October 26, 2023
StartMail vs Gmail: A Privacy-Focused Gmail Alternative
With the average person spending several hours a day on email, it's essential to make sure you're using a provider that prioritizes privacy. In this article, we take a look at StartMail and Gmail and compare them on four key privacy aspects.