CounterMail vs PrivMail

CounterMail is an email service that applies encryption automatically and says each message is encrypted before leaving the user's computer. It supports communication with OpenPGP-compatible email users and provides an IMAP server for third-party email clients. Premium subscriptions include 4 GB of encrypted storage per mailbox, with additional storage available for a one-time fee. Other listed tools include dynamic aliases, filters, notifications, an autoresponder, password manager, secure forms, and an XMPP chat server. CounterMail lists SSL-MITM protection, diskless web servers, SSL encryption and authentication, and anonymous email headers. Its privacy policy says it does not log IP addresses and keeps email bodies and attachments encrypted; its servers are in Sweden, as is the maker's headquarters. The service supports Android, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. Pricing is listed from $3.29/user/mo, with a 10-day trial for people who already know a CounterMail user. New registrations are closed.

PrivMail, also called PrivateMail, provides encrypted email and file storage, along with tools including a calendar, tasks, notes and email aliases. Email supports end-to-end OpenPGP encryption. Users can generate or import OpenPGP keys, which the service says remain on their devices rather than its servers. SecureShare encrypts files locally before upload, for recipients to download and decrypt locally. PrivateMail Files encrypts synced-folder contents with AES 256 encryption and supports desktop folder sync. Users can add external services such as Gmail, Outlook or Mail.com and manage OpenPGP security through PrivateMail. Optional mobile sync covers native Android and iOS contacts and calendars. PrivateMail says it does not log inbox logins or IP addresses when users access its mail services. It is listed for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web and Windows. A free plan is available with a TorGuard subscription; it is webmail-only and includes 100mb email storage and 100mb file storage per month. Paid plan prices listed include $8.95 per month for Standard and $15.95 per month for PrivateMail Pro.