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mailservr vs Apple Hide My Email

Apple Hide My Email is a privacy feature included with iCloud+ that generates random email addresses for sign-ups and forms. It's tightly integrated into Safari and Apple apps but limited to the Apple ecosystem. There's no inbox, no custom domains, and no API access.

Pay once, use forever

Apple Hide My Email charges Included with iCloud+ ($0.99–$12.99/month). mailservr is a one-time purchase — no recurring fees, no surprise charges. You own it forever after a single payment.

Feature comparison

A detailed look at how mailservr and Apple Hide My Email compare across key features.

Pricing

Feature
mailservr
Apple Hide My Email
Pricing model
One-time payment
Bundled with iCloud+ subscription
Standalone product
Requires iCloud+ subscription

Aliases

Feature
mailservr
Apple Hide My Email
Email aliases
50–200
Unlimited (random only)
Custom alias names

Domains

Feature
mailservr
Apple Hide My Email
Custom domains
Coming soon

Platform

Feature
mailservr
Apple Hide My Email
Built-in inbox
Threaded conversations
API access
Platform independent
Apple ecosystem only
Storage included
1–10 GB
Uses iCloud storage

Sending

Feature
mailservr
Apple Hide My Email
Send & reply from aliases
Limited

Why choose mailservr over Apple Hide My Email

Apple Hide My Email is convenient for quick sign-ups on Apple devices, but it's limited to random aliases with no customization, inbox, or API. If you want full control over your email aliases on any platform, mailservr is the clear winner.

  • Works on any platform — not locked to Apple devices
  • Choose your own alias names instead of random strings
  • Custom domain support coming soon for professional aliases
  • Built-in inbox with threaded conversations
  • API access for automation and integrations
  • One-time payment instead of an ongoing iCloud+ subscription

Frequently asked questions

Is mailservr better than Apple Hide My Email?

If you want custom alias names, a dedicated inbox, and API access, yes. Custom domain support is also coming soon. Apple Hide My Email only generates random addresses and works within the Apple ecosystem.

Does Apple Hide My Email work on Windows or Android?

No. Apple Hide My Email is limited to Apple devices and Safari. mailservr works on any device with a web browser.

Can I choose my alias name with Apple Hide My Email?

No. Apple generates random addresses like [email protected]. mailservr lets you pick meaningful names on shared domains, with custom domain support coming soon.

Do I need iCloud+ for Apple Hide My Email?

Yes, the full feature requires an iCloud+ subscription ($0.99–$12.99/month). mailservr is a standalone product with a one-time payment.

Switch from Apple Hide My Email to mailservr

Pay once and get private email aliases with a built-in inbox and API access. No recurring fees, ever.