Guides

Step-by-step help, in plain English. Each guide says up front how long it takes and what you’ll need. Start at the top if you’re new. Skip around if you’re not.

• Your Email Isn't the Website
  Start here. What's actually happening when you check your email, and why you can switch apps without losing anything. 5 minutes, no installs.
• Set Up Thunderbird with Your Gmail
  Read your Gmail in a free, open-source program instead of the Google website. Nothing gets deleted. 20 minutes.
• Encrypt Email on Windows with Kleopatra
  Make your own encryption key and send your first locked message, using free software on Windows. Works with any email account. 20 minutes.