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By Heinz Tschabitscher Heinz Tschabitscher Writer University of Vienna A former freelance contributor who has reviewed hundreds of email programs and services since 1997. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on July 28, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Windows The Ultimate Laptop Buying Guide If you're a Windows user just starting to learn about email, you may have difficulty choosing the right application. Your best choice may be a simple email client that's secure, easy to use, and loaded with help options. Also, look for good export functionality so you can easily make the switch when you're ready for a more powerful program. Here are a few Windows email clients that match these criteria. 01 of 03 Tried and True AOL Mail
Wikimedia Commons / Public Domain What We Like Free and easy. Offers all the basics without introducing complex features. What We Don't Like Future of AOL is uncertain. Most seasoned emailers recoil from the AOL.com domain. The granddaddy of the bunch, AOL email (formerly known as AIM mail) has been evolving since the company first offered online access in 1993 with the iconic "You've got mail!" alert. AOL email remains popular among those who appreciate its ease of use, good spam filters, and virus protection. Plus, you can choose a free AOL email address and store 25 MB in photo and video attachments. Join AOL 02 of 03 Windows' Default Email Client Windows Mail
Windows Mail What We Like Stock program in Windows 10, no need to download. Continuously improving. What We Don't Like Too bare-bones for complex mail management. Some features controlled at the account level, instead of the application level. Read Our Review of Windows Mail If you have Windows, you have Windows Mail, which includes everything you need to begin your email life. Graphically, its interface looks more serious and businesslike than others but that doesn't mean you can't have fun with it. If you're used to the Windows ecosystem, Mail builds on what you already know to deliver a smooth experience. If you've ever used Outlook Express, you'll find Mail very easy, as it has replaced Outlook Express as Windows' default email client. 03 of 03 Familiar Interface Mozilla Thunderbird
Mozilla What We Like Free, stand-alone email program (not a web interface). Long track record of maintenance and feature development. What We Don't Like May be too complicated for some newbies. Not the prettiest program on the planet. Like AOL, Mozilla Thunderbird offers a free email address and easy setup. Its full feature set is packaged well enough to still be intuitive for beginners. Adding a new contact is as quick as clicking a star in an email you've received, and you're automatically reminded if your email mentions an attachment you've forgotten to include. If you're familiar with the tabbed interface of most browsers, Thunderbird's tabs will pose no learning curve at all. Download Thunderbird Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Best Free Windows Email Programs How to Open, Edit, and Convert EMAIL Files The 5 Best Free Email Clients for Mac in 2022 How to Use AOL Mail Through an Email Client 10 Best Free Email Accounts for 2022 14 Best Free Hard Drive Testing Tools (October 2022) 9 Best Free HTML Editors for Windows for 2022 3 Best Free Full Disk Encryption Programs Top 4 Fun Email Programs for Windows How to View a Sent Message's Bcc Recipients in Windows Mail 12 Best Free Defrag Software Tools (October 2022) How to Export Contacts in Mozilla Thunderbird How to Set up Gmail as Your Default Email in Firefox How to Access Your AIM Mail Account via POP or IMAP How to Access Free Windows Mail in Gmail 5 Best Free Start Menu Replacements for Windows 8 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies