Posteo: 3 alternative email providers

If you are looking for a secure email provider, you can use Posteo. In this practical tip we have summarized the 3 best alternatives to Posteo for you.

1. Alternative to Posteo: aikQ

• Functions: aikQ offers you a secure mailbox for one euro a month. You don't have to use your correct contact details when registering. You will not find any advertising on the site.
• Handling: After you have logged in with your data, you can directly access your mailbox. The operation is self-explanatory and accordingly very easy.
• Security: All connections to aikQ are encrypted using SSL / TLS. You will also receive virus and spam protection for your email address. Practical: the provider does not require real names and also allows anonymized registrations using a pseudonym.
• More offers: For just one euro more you get up to 40 email aliases and a 30GB mailbox.
• Conclusion: Ideally suited for anonymous registration and a good offer - to the provider

2. Alternative to Posteo: mailbox.org

• Features: You can get a secure email inbox with 2GB of storage space and 3 email aliases for just one euro per month. You can also use the calendar, address book and task management. Mailbox.org also works completely ad-free.
• Handling: Handling is child's play. No real name is required when registering. After you have confirmed the email, you can log in and get started.
• Security: This provider also encrypts its website using TLS or DANE encryption so that you can surf safely and send e-mails.
• Other offers: In your mailbox you also have the option of secure file sharing. Uploaded documents can also be conveniently viewed and edited online. If you want to use multiple accounts, you can book additional tariffs for a few euros more.
• Conclusion: Good security standards and a good offer for everyone who values ​​security - to the provider

3. Alternative to Posteo: RiseUp

• Features: RiseUp is the only provider to offer you secure email for free. Only one user name and the associated password are required when registering.
• Handling: After the fast and anonymous registration you can start and create further aliases.
• Security: All email traffic and the website are encrypted and secured by StartTLS. In addition, the provider does not create any log files, so your IP address is not saved.
• Other offers: The provider specializes in offering free and secure emails, there are no other offers. If you want to support the project, you can donate.
• Conclusion: the only free and secure provider. No personal data is necessary and you can write and receive emails anonymously - directly to the provider

When creating an account, you should always choose a secure password. We will show you how to check password security in the next practical tip.