Trimbox
Trimbox helps users manage unwanted email by finding mailing lists and older messages in Gmail.
What Trimbox is
Trimbox helps users manage unwanted email by finding mailing lists and older messages in Gmail. It offers one-click unsubscribing, and can send a formal unsubscribe request when a list requires one. Users can remove older messages from a sender in a single action; deleted mail goes to Trash and is permanently removed after 30 days. Trimbox also creates editable Gmail filters to block unwanted senders. The maker says email data stays on the user's device and is not shared, and says the product is verified by Google. Trimbox requires access to a Gmail account to identify mailing lists and delete unwanted messages. It is offered as an extension, in a browser for Gmail, and as a mobile app, with Android, iOS, web, and extension listed as platforms. The App Store listing says users can connect unlimited email accounts, while the first 10 unsubscribes are free and a subscription unlocks unlimited unsubscribes. Trimbox lists Gmail as its supported email provider. It offers a help center and email support, and says users can request a refund if unsatisfied.
Good
- One-click unsubscribe, with formal requests when needed
- Bulk deletion removes older messages from a sender
- Editable Gmail filters block unwanted senders
- First 10 unsubscribes are free
- Available as an extension and mobile app
Watch out
- Supports Gmail only
- A Gmail account connection is required
- Unlimited unsubscribes require a subscription
Who it suits
Trimbox suits Gmail users who want to unsubscribe from mailing lists, clear older messages, or block unwanted senders with filters. It may also suit people who want to manage multiple email accounts through its mobile app.
Verdict
Trimbox combines unsubscribe tools, sender-based cleanup, and Gmail filters. Note the Gmail access requirement and the limit of 10 free unsubscribes before opting for a subscription.
Plans and prices
From Trimbox's own pricing page, checked 4 Oct 2001.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | First 10 unsubscribes free |
The facts
Each one read from Trimbox's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Bulk deletion
- Users can delete old emails from a sender in one click; deleted messages go to Trash and are permanently removed after 30 days.checked 4 Oct 2001
- Email access
- Trimbox says it needs access to a Gmail account to find mailing lists and delete old junk mail.checked 4 Oct 2001
- Gmail filters
- Trimbox creates editable Gmail filters to block messages from unwanted senders.checked 4 Oct 2001
- Mobile accounts
- The App Store listing says users can connect unlimited email accounts.checked 4 Oct 2001
- One-click unsubscribe
- Users can unsubscribe from email lists with one click, and Trimbox can send a formal unsubscribe request when a list requires one.checked 4 Oct 2001
- Privacy
- The maker says email data stays on the user's device and is never shared, and says Trimbox is verified by Google.checked 4 Oct 2001
- Purpose
- Trimbox scans inboxes for mailing lists and unwanted email, then helps users unsubscribe and delete old messages.checked 4 Oct 2001
- Support
- Trimbox offers a help center and email support at [email protected], and says users can request a refund if unsatisfied.checked 4 Oct 2001
- Supported use
- The download page offers an extension and browser use for Gmail, plus a mobile app.checked 4 Oct 2001
The company
- Company
- The privacy policy identifies Trimbox LLC and gives its registered address as 1 East Erie Street, Suite 525, Chicago, Illinois 60611, United States.checked 4 Oct 2001
Money
- Free limit
- The App Store listing says the first 10 unsubscribes are free and a subscription unlocks unlimited unsubscribes.checked 4 Oct 2001
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