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New year, new inbox: 7 Email habits for a stress-free 2026

A new year always feels like a reset button for life. New goals, new routines, maybe even a new gym membership that will definitely last past February. So why not hit refresh on your inbox too? If your email feels messy or a little out of control, this is the perfect moment to give it a glow-up.
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5 smartphone AI features you're probably using wrong

Ever really stopped to think about how smart your phone actually is? It’s loaded with AI features most of us barely notice, and some of them are way more useful than you'd expect! In this post, we’re breaking down five underrated or often overlooked AI tools your phone already has. And yes… one of them could literally save your life.
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9 people found this article helpful.

Myths about the cloud: How secure is cloud storage really?

Still a bit skeptical about using the cloud? You’re definitely not alone. A lot of us have those lingering “yeah, but…” thoughts whenever the topic comes up. So today, let’s clear up some of the biggest myths about the cloud once and for all!
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24 people found this article helpful.

What are push notifications and what is the best way to manage them?

*Ding* Your smart phone lights up. *Vibrate* A notification appears on your lock screen. And what’s that pop-up in your browser window? Push notifications help keep us up to date at all times. This has its advantages, but it can also be distracting or even annoying.
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Storage time : A smarter way to keep your email organized

If you’re using mail.com, you can totally clean out your emails whenever you want, but why not make life easier? With the storage time feature, you can set your folders to automatically delete old messages after a certain amount of time.
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Is that email for real? Here’s how to find out

Have you ever gotten an email that just didn’t feel right? Maybe the sender’s address looked a little off, or you weren’t sure if it was even real. What if we told you there’s actually a way to check? Keep reading to find out how to check if an email is real and a few simple ways to spot fake ones before they fool you.
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Email Security How-to
45 people found this article helpful.

Now even better! The mail.com Cloud on your computer

The mail.com Cloud for Windows and macOS has received a major update. From now on, you can open, save, and share files even more smoothly – and thanks to the new activity window, you always have a clear overview of what’s happening in your Cloud.
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17 people found this article helpful.

Phones get viruses too - Here’s how to stay safe

We all know computers need antivirus software, but what about our phones? Are they just as vulnerable, and should we be protecting them the same way? And what’s the deal with Apple vs. Android? Is it really true that iPhones are safer? Let’s break it all down and clear up some common myths!
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35 people found this article helpful.

Switching email accounts? How to transfer emails & contacts easily

Changing email accounts doesn’t mean leaving your messages behind. Whether you’re switching from Gmail or just tidying up multiple inboxes, here’s how to transfer your emails quickly and safely.
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Email How-to
23 people found this article helpful.

Party Mode: Everyone shares photos the easy way!

Tired of chasing party photos? Try Party Mode – the easy way to collect everyone’s pictures and videos in one safe, shared online album. New from mail.com!
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12 people found this article helpful.

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