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Thunderbird
Free desktop email, calendar and contacts from Mozilla.
Official source: thunderbird.netLast verified: awaiting review · How we check softwareDeveloper: MZLA Technologies
What is Thunderbird?
Free desktop email, calendar and contacts from Mozilla.
Key features
- Multiple email accounts
- Built-in calendar
- OpenPGP encryption
Who should use Thunderbird?
- BusinessBuild a setup for this
- Everyday useBuild a setup for this
Supported platforms
Pricing & licence
Open Source Free and open source
Open source: the source code is public, so anyone can inspect it, and it's free to use.
Prices change, so check thunderbird.net for current pricing.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Free and ad-free
- Highly customisable
Cons
- Exchange support needs setup
Installation
Windows
Windows · Winget
PS> winget install --id Mozilla.Thunderbird --exact --source wingetmacOS
Mac · Homebrew
$ brew install --cask thunderbirdLinux
Linux · Flatpak (any distribution)
$ flatpak install flathub org.mozilla.ThunderbirdLinux · APT (Ubuntu and Debian-based)
$ sudo apt install thunderbirdPackage names were checked against each official package registry, and commands install the same software as the official download. Only run commands you understand.
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Thunderbird FAQ
Is Thunderbird free?
Free and open source. It's also open source.
Which platforms does Thunderbird support?
Thunderbird is available for Windows, macOS, Linux and Android. It isn't available for iPhone & iPad.
Can I install Thunderbird with Winget?
Yes. Run "winget install --id Mozilla.Thunderbird --exact --source winget" in PowerShell or Windows Terminal. The package ID was checked against Microsoft's official Winget repository.
Can I install Thunderbird with Homebrew?
Yes. Run "brew install --cask thunderbird" in Terminal.
Where can I download Thunderbird safely?
From the official website, thunderbird.net, or from Google Play. Aptorise links only to official sources and never hosts installers.