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Hey

Paid
email

Hey redefines email with a fresh, opinionated approach, focusing on control over your inbox and minimizing distractions.


Opinionated email by 37signals.

Hey is an email service that filters out unwanted emails before they reach your inbox, categorizing them into distinct feeds like 'The Imbox' for important messages, 'The Feed' for newsletters, and 'Paper Trail' for receipts. It allows users to screen who can email them, giving them complete control over their digital communication. The service differentiates itself by introducing innovative features like 'Reply Later' and 'Focus & Reply' to streamline workflow and reduce email overload, moving away from traditional email paradigms.

Pros

  • Robust spam and unsolicited email filtering keeps your primary inbox clean.
  • Unique screening feature allows granular control over who can send you emails for the first time.
  • Innovative organizational features like The Imbox, The Feed, and Paper Trail enhance productivity and reduce cognitive load.

Cons

  • Reliance on Hey's ecosystem means migrating existing email history can be cumbersome.
  • Annual subscription model can be a barrier for users accustomed to free email services.
  • Lack of extensive third-party integrations compared to more established email platforms.

Key features

  • Screener: You decide who's allowed to email you.
  • The Imbox: Your main inbox for important, direct communications.
  • The Feed: A dedicated stream for newsletters and promotional emails, separate from conversations.
  • Paper Trail: A distinct section for receipts, confirmations, and transactional emails.
  • Reply Later & Focus & Reply: Tools to manage and batch email responses efficiently.

Integrations

No direct third-party integrations (designed to be self-contained)API for developers (limited functionality currently)Desktop apps for Mac and WindowsMobile apps for iOS and AndroidEmail forwarding from other servicesZapier (indirect potential via email parsing)

Target audience

Individuals and small teams frustrated with traditional email overload and seeking a highly controlled, privacy-focused email experience.


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Active Users

100K+

Founded

2020

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois/USA

Pricing Tiers

Personal

Premium email service for individuals with an @hey.com address.

$99/year

Hey for Work

Email service for teams with custom domains and @hey.com addresses for each user.

$12/user/month


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Top Alternatives to Hey

Fastmail

Popular alternative with overlapping features and a strong user base.

Proton Mail

Well-regarded competitor with similar workflows and integrations.

Shortwave

Trusted option for teams comparing capabilities and pricing.

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