What we love
- Privacy-first + employee-owned
- Excellent IMAP + JMAP performance
- Custom domains + aliases
What to watch
- UI less polished than Gmail
- No advanced filters/AI features
Best for
Privacy-conscious knowledge workers + indie founders.
Key features
- Privacy-first email
- Custom domains + aliases
- Calendar + contacts
- JMAP protocol
- Strong spam filtering
What is Fastmail?
Fastmail is the indie alternative to Gmail — fast, private, owned by employees in Australia. Custom domains, JMAP, fantastic IMAP performance.
Who is it for?
Fastmail is a great fit for teams looking for a productivity & notes tool that fits the paid tier. It's especially loved by individual contributors, founders, and knowledge workers.
Key tags
EmailPrivacyIndie
How it compares
We curate Fastmail among the top Productivity & Notes tools on saas.fyi. Browse all Productivity & Notes tools to compare alternatives, or use the directory's search and filters to find a closer fit.
Pricing
from $3/mo. Pricing tier: Paid. Always confirm current pricing on the official site — SaaS pricing changes frequently.
Quick facts
- Category: Productivity & Notes
- Pricing: Paid — from $3/mo
- Website: fastmail.com