PrivMail

PrivMail is aimed at people who want OpenPGP-protected correspondence and encrypted file handling in the same account. It is particularly suitable for TorGuard customers who can use its restricted free tier, while organizations may value the Business Pro account allowances. The central attraction is user-controlled encryption across mail and files, but choosing the right plan requires close attention to storage, aliases, billing terms, and app access.

Overview

PrivMail combines encrypted email with file storage, calendar, tasks, notes, bulk import, and aliases. That breadth makes it more useful than a mailbox-only service for users trying to keep private communications and lightweight productivity work together. The trade-off is a wide and uneven plan lineup: some subscriptions provide only a 5GB mailbox, while other tiers add cloud storage, aliases, or multiple accounts at substantially different prices.

Key features

Email uses end-to-end OpenPGP encryption. You can generate or import public and private keys, and PrivMail says those keys remain on your device instead of its servers. That arrangement is well suited to readers who want direct control of key material, although it also makes key handling an important part of using the service.

SecureShare encrypts files locally with OpenPGP before upload; recipients download and decrypt them locally. This keeps the encryption step on the sender's device and is a sensible choice for confidential exchanges, provided recipients are prepared to complete decryption themselves. PrivateMail Files encrypts files in synchronized folders with AES 256 and supports desktop folder synchronization, extending protection beyond individual attachments.

The integrated calendar, tasks, notes, aliases, and bulk-import tools make PrivMail a possible replacement for several separate utilities. It can also bring in external services including Gmail, Outlook, and Mail.com, with OpenPGP security managed through PrivMail. On Android and iOS, contact and calendar synchronization with native apps is optional, so users can choose whether that data leaves the PrivMail environment. The service says it does not log inbox logins or IP addresses during mail access.

Pricing

The free plan costs $0.00 per free but requires a TorGuard subscription. It provides 100MB of email storage, 100MB of file storage per month, and webmail only. That is suitable for a small, occasional mailbox, not a primary archive; mobile and desktop apps are reserved for premium users.

The Monthly plan is $12.95 a month, billed monthly, with a 5GB mailbox, an @priv-mail.com address, secure webmail access, and cancellation at any time. It is the clearest fit for someone who wants a short commitment, but its storage is modest and the listed benefits focus on webmail.

The Quarterly plan is $29.99 a month and is billed annually; Semiannual is $55.99 a month and is also billed annually. Both include a 5GB mailbox, an @priv-mail.com address, and secure webmail access. Their annual billing terms make them less flexible than the Monthly option, so the lower apparent commitment should not be confused with monthly cancellation.

The Annual plan costs $95.99 a year, billed annually, and includes the same 5GB mailbox, @priv-mail.com address, and secure webmail access. It is the straightforward long-term choice among these mailbox plans, but it does not add storage or aliases.

Standard Plan costs $8.95 a month and includes five aliases, 10GB of encrypted email storage, and 10GB of encrypted cloud storage. PrivateMail Pro costs $15.95 a month for 20 aliases, 20GB of encrypted email storage, and 20GB of encrypted cloud storage. These tiers are better suited to users who need aliases and cloud capacity than the 5GB mailbox plans. Business Pro is $64.95 a month, with 10 email accounts, 20 aliases, 100GB of email storage, and 100GB of file storage; it is the only listed option clearly structured for a team, though the price is difficult to justify for a single user.

There is no free trial. Paid subscribers do get a seven-day money-back guarantee, giving a short period to reverse a purchase.

Platforms

PrivMail supports Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, the web, and Windows. Desktop downloads cover Windows, macOS, and Debian- and Red Hat-based Linux. Webmail is the only access method on the TorGuard-linked free plan, while mobile and desktop applications require a premium subscription.

Who it's for

Choose PrivMail if OpenPGP email, locally encrypted file sharing, and device-held keys matter more than a simple, low-cost mailbox. It is also a strong fit for TorGuard subscribers who can accept tiny free-tier quotas, and for small businesses that need multiple accounts and substantial shared storage. Look elsewhere if you need a generous free archive, a free trial, or a simple plan structure with consistent billing and allowances.

Pros and cons

• Pros: End-to-end OpenPGP email and locally encrypted SecureShare files keep encryption central to both messages and transfers.
• Pros: Device-resident keys, optional mobile contact/calendar sync, and stated non-logging of inbox logins and IP addresses support a privacy-focused setup.
• Pros: Calendar, tasks, notes, aliases, external-account connections, and folder synchronization reduce the need for separate tools.
• Cons: The free plan requires TorGuard, limits both storage types to 100MB, and omits mobile and desktop apps.
• Cons: Several plans list annual billing despite monthly price figures, making commitment and cost comparisons less transparent.
• Cons: The lowest mailbox plans provide only 5GB and do not list aliases or cloud-storage allowances.

Alternatives

For a broader starting point, see Secure Email Providers and Email providers. Choose Aster Mail instead if you want an open-source, freemium service with a 10GB free encrypted-storage plan and five aliases. Proton Mail is a better fit for a mainstream freemium option with a no-card free plan, 1GB storage, and one address. Disroot Email suits readers seeking a free service with webmail, standard mail protocols, and optional PGP. eclipso Mail Europe offers a free 4GB mailbox with no minimum contract. Neir is worth considering for a free encrypted-to-your-key mailbox with random aliases and no IP history. NevTan Mail is another freemium alternative. Tuta Mail provides a forever-free, end-to-end-encrypted plan with 1GB and a calendar. QeyeT is an alternative with a free preview tier and web and Android access.

Verdict

PrivMail is a good choice for privacy-conscious individuals and small teams that want OpenPGP mail, encrypted files, and productivity tools under one roof. Its strongest reason to buy is the combination of locally handled keys and file encryption across a broad platform range. Look elsewhere if your priority is a generous free plan, transparent month-to-month pricing, or a simpler mailbox-first experience.