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Spec sheet

Free plan
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · ncf.ca
Privacy
NCF says it does not gather or sell personal information, scan emails, or target users with ads.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Support
NCF provides email help pages and a HelpDesk for members.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Headquarters
Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaRead 28 Sep 2026 · ncf.ca
Ad-free inbox
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · ncf.ca
Connection settings
NCF lists IMAP over SSL on port 993, POP-3 over SSL on port 995, and outgoing submission using TLS or STARTTLS on port 587.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Data location
NCF says its email is locally hosted in Ottawa, Ontario, and mailboxes are stored in Canada.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Email aliases
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · ncf.ca
Features
The service includes spam filtering, calendars, contacts, folders, mailing lists, aliases, and tagging.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Mail clients
NCF documents email setup for clients including Apple Mail, Outlook, Thunderbird, Gmail, and mobile devices.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Message limit
NCF's help page states a maximum message size of 50 MB, with attachment capacity reduced by encoding.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Organization
National Capital FreeNet describes itself as a local not-for-profit alternative to commercial internet providers serving Canada's National Capital Region.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Platform access
web_mobile_desktopRead 22 Sep 2026 · ncf.ca
Sending limit
NCF limits sending to 200 messages over a four-hour period and asks members with larger distribution needs to contact the office.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Service
NCF members receive an email address based on their Member ID, with the option to personalize it.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Spam controls
YellowMail holds questionable messages for review, and disposable addresses can help protect a primary address.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Webmail
Members can use browser-based NCF Webmail without installing software, and mail is stored and backed up on NCF computers.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
Who it is for
Email is available to NCF members, including people who join to support its digital access work and do not use its internet service.Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca

Plans and prices

NCF Email C$1 a month Recommended donation: $1 per month 3 GB storage per account · NCF membership required Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca
NCF Email C$12 a year Recommended donation: $12 per year 3 GB storage per account · NCF membership required Read 12 Oct 2026 · ncf.ca

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