Email alias comparison
SimpleLogin Alternative: Unlimited Aliases, Zero Setup
SimpleLogin is strong for Proton users, open-source trust, and PGP workflows. Emcognito is the simpler SimpleLogin alternative when you want unlimited aliases on the free tier, no alias cap, no DNS setup, and transparent 100-forward/month free metering.
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When SimpleLogin wins
- You need PGP encryption or Proton-owned infrastructure.
- Open-source code is a hard requirement for your threat model.
- Ten free aliases are enough and you value a mature mobile/browser ecosystem.
When Emcognito wins
- You keep hitting the 10-alias free cap.
- You want to meter the costly thing, forwarded mail, instead of the addresses themselves.
- You want passwordless web signup without choosing an ecosystem.
SimpleLogin to Emcognito migration checklist
- Create one Emcognito alias for every account category first.
- Move low-risk newsletters and shopping accounts before financial accounts.
- Keep SimpleLogin active until password resets and security alerts have been confirmed on the new aliases.
Frequently asked questions
Is Emcognito open source like SimpleLogin?
No. Emcognito is closed source, so users who require source availability should choose SimpleLogin or addy.io. Emcognito competes on zero setup, unlimited aliases, and transparent forward metering.
Does Emcognito cap aliases?
No. Emcognito allows unlimited aliases on every tier and meters forwarded emails instead.