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    mailfence

    A secure and private email suite with integrated OpenPGP encryption, digital signatures, and office tools based in Belgium.

    BEBelgium·Founded 1999
    Headquarters
    🇧🇪Belgium
    Data Hosting
    EU-based
    Structure
    Independent
    Compliance
    ▣GDPR◆EU HQ▦EU Data

    mailfence key facts

    Last updated
    Legal entity
    Mailfence (by ContactOffice Group)
    Headquarters
    Belgium (BE)
    Ownership
    Independent
    Founded
    1999
    Infrastructure
    Self-hosted (implied by 'hardened our servers')
    Open source
    No
    US Cloud Act exposure
    Low (no US parent)
    Replaces
    Gmail, Outlook, Tutanota

    About mailfence

    Mailfence is a privacy-oriented email service launched in 1999 that integrates end-to-end encryption and digital signatures directly into the browser. It operates under Belgian jurisdiction, offering strong legal protection against surveillance as data can only be requested by local judges with a court order. Beyond email, the platform provides a complete suite including calendars, document management, and contact groups. It distinguishes itself by using the OpenPGP standard, ensuring interoperability with other encrypted email services. The company emphasizes a 'no tracking' philosophy and does not use advertising or backdoors. A portion of their revenue from specific plans is donated to digital rights organizations like the EFF and EDRi.

    Alternative to

    GmailOutlookTutanota

    Hosting & Security

    Infrastructure

    Self-hosted (implied by 'hardened our servers')

    Key Features

    End-to-end encryption (OpenPGP)
    Digital signatures for emails
    Integrated Keystore for OpenPGP keys
    Encrypted Calendars
    Document storage and online editing
    Group collaboration tools
    Custom email domain support (Paid)
    POPS, IMAPS, SMTPS support (Paid)

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