I have been using gmail/google for a long time now (decade or more). But the systems I have come to rely on have been getting enshitified. With their new AI advertisements popping up like crazy…Im just done.

Anyone have a good alternative to gmail? Im looking for something that will not break the bank.

For a bit there, I was running my own email server, but spam and issues with my internet provider (other email servers kept thinking my domain was spamming others) made it hard to keep up. I just dont have the patience anymore for that.

I was thinking of trying out proton or namecheaps offerings and seeing if I like them.

I am used to working with thunderbird but can use online portals if needed. If they have ac alendar that might be a bonus. Personally, I want minimal or no AI. And I want the company to be trusted and in business for at least 5 years.

Any good recommendations?

  • ExtremeDullard@piefed.socialEnglish
    51·
    4 days ago

    Proton is on my shit list because of this.

    I know it was Proton’s CEO and not Proton-the-company that said this, but there has to be consequences for shit like that, so maybe the next cretinous CEO will think twice before siding with fascists. Andy Yen lost his company this customer forever, and they can thank him for that.

    • fleem@piefed.zeromedia.vipEnglish
      5·
      4 days ago

      i am in the same boat, i am weirdly ashamed to admit? i mean not that i dont admit it freely with anyone who will listen, but just, all it took was that one little remark and my trust was irrevocably broken, and i was getting ready to bring my entire little family unit over into that ecosystem.

      instead i went with posteo for email and self hosted everything else