
ProtonMail offers a generous number of email aliases, which is great news for anyone looking to keep their inbox organized.
Each ProtonMail account comes with 5 email aliases, which can be used to create separate email addresses for different purposes.
You can use these aliases to create a professional email address for work, a personal email address for friends and family, or even a separate email address for online shopping and subscriptions.
These aliases are easily manageable within your ProtonMail account, allowing you to switch between them with just a few clicks.
Setting Up Email Aliases
Setting up email aliases in Proton Mail is a straightforward process. You can create as many email aliases as you like if you're on a paid plan, or up to 10 aliases if you're on a free account.
To get started, log into Proton Mail on the web and click the shield icon in the sidebar on the right. This will take you to the Security Center, where you can create a new alias.
You can choose a name for your alias that will help you keep track of it, and add a note to remember why you created it. Your actual alias will be a randomly generated string of text and numbers.
Click "Create and copy alias" to generate your new alias, and you're ready to go.
If you're using Proton Pass, you can also create unique email aliases on the go. This is a great option if you need to create multiple aliases for different purposes.
Here's a quick rundown of the types of aliases you can create in Proton Mail:
- Hide-my-email aliases: These can be created from the Security Center and can be easily deactivated if they're ever revealed in a data breach or if you start receiving spam.
- +aliases: These can be created by adding a plus sign to your email address, and will all land on the same account.
- Domain aliases: Proton Mail offers three domain aliases: @protonmail.com, @proton.me, and @pm.me. You can use these for different purposes, such as business or personal use.
Overall, setting up email aliases in Proton Mail is a simple process that can help you keep your real email address private and secure.
Understanding Proton Mail Addresses
Proton Mail addresses are a bit more complex than your average email service. You can create as many email aliases as you like, but free account users are limited to 10.
With a paid Proton Mail plan, you can create aliases in the Security center by clicking the shield icon in the sidebar. This is where you can specify a name for the alias, which is then added to a randomly generated string of text and numbers.
You can create up to 10 aliases on a free account, but paid users can create as many as they need. To get to your aliases and delete any that you no longer need, just click on the shield icon again inside Proton Mail, then follow the All aliases link.
Proton Pass also makes it easy to create individual aliases for different purposes. When you're signing up for a new account or newsletter, Pass will suggest generating a new alias address. This address is randomized and will be forwarded to your main inbox.
You can create an alias by clicking the email address field and opening the browser extension → + (Add new item) → Alias. Alternatively, you can click the Proton Pass autofill icon next to the email address input field to create an alias using the default settings.
Here's a breakdown of the types of email addresses and aliases you can create in Proton Mail:
Proton Mail also allows you to create a unique email alias in the Security center, which can be used to receive and reply to mail. You don't need to take any extra steps to receive mail using a Proton Mail +alias.
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Managing Proton Mail Accounts
You can create multiple aliases in Proton Mail to receive and reply to mail without taking extra steps. Just think of a new address with a plus in the format "[email protected]" and give it out.
With a free Proton Mail account, you can use +aliases to receive mail, and the alias will automatically appear as the default From address when you reply.
You can't disable your free personal addresses, but if you have more than one Proton Mail account, you can merge their addresses into a single account to send and receive mail from the same mailbox.
Here are some examples of free personal addresses you may have:
- Original email address that belongs to individual Proton Mail users
- Short @pm.me address (if activated with a Proton Free plan)
Note that if you activated your short @pm.me address with a Proton Free plan, you can only receive emails at that address, and you'll need to upgrade to a paid plan to send emails from it.
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Add Address to Proton Mail
If you're looking to add an address to Proton Mail, you're in luck - it's easier than you think. You can create as many email aliases as you like, depending on your plan. On a paid plan, you can create as many aliases as you want, while free users are limited to 10.
To create an alias, log into Proton Mail on the web and click the shield icon in the sidebar on the right. Click Create an alias and specify a name for your alias - something that indicates what it's for will help you keep track of it. Then, click Create and copy alias, and you're done.
Alternatively, you can use the +alias feature. With a free Proton Mail account, you can use +aliases to receive and reply to mail without taking any extra steps. Just think of a new address with a plus in the format and give it out - any mail sent to that address will arrive in your usual Proton Mail inbox.
If you're using Proton Pass, creating aliases is just as easy. When signing up for a new account or newsletter, Pass will suggest generating a new alias address. You can also create an alias by clicking the email address field, opening the browser extension, and clicking + (Add new item) → Alias. Accept the suggested settings and click Create alias, and you're good to go.
Here are the steps to create an alias using Proton Pass:
- Click the email address field and open the browser extension → + (Add new item) → Alias.
- Accept the suggested settings and click Create alias.
- Alternatively, simply click the Proton Pass autofill icon next to the email address input field to create an alias using the default settings.
Once you've created your alias, you can use it to sign in to your Proton account. There's no need to designate a "primary" address, and you can make any one of your aliases your default sending address.
Organize Your Inbox
You can use aliases to sort your mail with filters or rules, automatically sending it to folders or applying labels or flags.
Proton Mail offers many options for connecting multiple identities to a single inbox or protecting your email address from untrusted sites.
To organize your inbox, create aliases like [email protected] for online shopping and receipts, which will be sent to a folder called "Shopping".
You can also use SimpleLogin aliases and additional addresses to protect your email address from sites you don't trust.
For example, you could create an alias like [email protected] for news updates and newsletters, which will be sent to the "News" folder.
Mail labeled with "subscriptions" can be sent using an alias like [email protected].
Proton Mail provides more options for organizing your inbox than typical email services, thanks to its commitment to privacy and security.
Here are some examples of how you can use aliases to sort your mail:
- [email protected] (for online shopping and receipts): Mail is sent to a folder called “Shopping”.
- [email protected] (for news updates and newsletters): Mail is sent to the “News” folder.
- [email protected] (for updates from your soccer club): Mail is sent to the “Sport” folder and labeled “soccer”.
- [email protected] (for mail relating to subscriptions): Mail is labeled “subscriptions”.
Security and Organization
Proton Mail's commitment to security and organization is evident in its features. With the ability to create multiple aliases, you can protect your email address from sites you don't trust.
One of the most useful ways to use aliases is to sort your mail. You can automatically sort your incoming emails into folders, or apply a label or star/flag, so you can easily find them later.
For example, let's say you're Alice Jones with the email address [email protected]. You could create aliases and filters to automatically sort your mail into different folders, such as "Shopping", "News", and "Sport".
Here are some examples of how you can use aliases to organize your inbox:
- [email protected] (for online shopping and receipts): Mail is sent to a folder called “Shopping”.
- [email protected] (for news updates and newsletters): Mail is sent to the “News” folder.
- [email protected] (for updates from your soccer club): Mail is sent to the “Sport” folder and labeled “soccer”.
- [email protected] (for mail relating to subscriptions): Mail is labeled “subscriptions”.
By using these features, you can have a better email experience and benefit from end-to-end email encryption.
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Creating Unique Identifiers
You can create individual aliases for different purposes in Proton Pass.
Proton Pass will suggest generating a new alias address when you're signing up for a new account or a newsletter. This address is randomized and will be forwarded to your main inbox.
To create an alias email address for a website, click the email address field and open the browser extension → + (Add new item) → Alias. Accept the suggested settings and click Create alias.
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Alternatively, simply click the Proton Pass autofill icon next to the email address input field to create an alias using the default settings.
Your alias will then be able to receive emails, and if you need to reply via your alias, it's possible to do this in Pass.
You can also use Proton Pass and SimpleLogin to create unique email aliases.
SimpleLogin is an email aliasing tool that allows you to create unique email aliases that will instantly forward all incoming emails to the email address of your choice.
Here's a brief overview of how to create unique aliases using Proton Pass and SimpleLogin:
- Create a Proton Pass account.
- Sync your Proton account with your SimpleLogin account.
- Use the SimpleLogin dashboard to create a unique email alias, such as [email protected].
- Use this alias anytime you need to share your email address with a third party.
Aliases generated using Pass and SimpleLogin can provide more privacy than +aliases.
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