Question 1

Is Tutanota truly encrypted?

Accepted Answer

Tutanota uses end-to-end encryption for all emails. Your emails are encrypted on your device before being sent. Tutanota cannot read your emails. Encryption is automatic for Tutanota-to-Tutanota emails and optional for external recipients.

Question 2

What data does Tutanota collect?

Accepted Answer

Tutanota collects minimal data. They store your encrypted emails and account information. Tutanota does not collect metadata about your emails or track your activity. They do not use your data for advertising.

Question 3

Can Tutanota read my emails?

Accepted Answer

No, Tutanota cannot read your emails due to end-to-end encryption. Your emails are encrypted on your device and only you have the decryption key. Tutanota's servers store encrypted data they cannot access.

Question 4

Is Tutanota free?

Accepted Answer

Tutanota offers a free tier with limited features. Paid plans offer more storage and features. The free tier is useful for testing but has limitations like 1GB storage.

Question 5

How does Tutanota compare to ProtonMail?

Accepted Answer

Both Tutanota and ProtonMail use end-to-end encryption. Tutanota encrypts more data including metadata, while ProtonMail focuses on email content. Both are privacy-focused, but Tutanota may offer slightly better privacy.

Question 6

Can I use Tutanota with other email clients?

Accepted Answer

Tutanota does not support traditional email clients due to its encryption design. You must use Tutanota's official apps or web interface. This ensures encryption is maintained but limits flexibility.

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