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Canary Mail
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Canary Mail: Comprehensive Setup and Usage Guide



1. Download and Install Canary Mail
  • Visit the official Canary Mail website.
  • Canary Mail is available on macOS, iOS, and Android.
  • Download the app for your platform:
     
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    • For macOS, click "Download for Mac" and follow the installation instructions.
       
    • For iOS, download Canary Mail from the Apple App Store.
       
    • For Android, download Canary Mail from the Google Play Store.
       
  • Once installed, open the app and begin the account setup process.

2. Add Email Accounts to Canary Mail
  • Open the Canary Mail app and click "Add Account".
  • Canary Mail supports a wide range of email providers, including:
     
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    • Gmail
       
    • iCloud
       
    • Outlook
       
    • Yahoo
       
    • IMAP/SMTP custom email accounts
       
  • Select your email provider and enter your email address and password.
  • If using an email provider that requires two-factor authentication (2FA), follow the steps to verify your account.
  • Once authenticated, Canary Mail will sync your email inbox, and you can start managing your messages.
  • You can add multiple email accounts by repeating the process in the app’s settings.

3. Understanding the Canary Mail Interface
  • The Canary Mail interface is intuitive and user-friendly, consisting of:
     
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    • Inbox: Displays all incoming messages from all connected accounts.
       
    • Sidebar: Shows folders such as Inbox, Sent, Drafts, Trash, and custom folders.
       
    • Unified Inbox: Manage emails from all accounts in one inbox.
       
    • Focus Mode: A clutter-free interface showing only important emails.
       
  • You can switch between accounts using the dropdown menu at the top of the sidebar.
  • Use keyboard shortcuts or the toolbar icons for quick access to common actions like composing, archiving, and deleting emails.

4. Composing and Sending Emails
  • To compose a new email, click the "Compose" button (represented by a pencil icon).
  • In the email composition window, enter the recipient’s email address, subject, and message content.
  • Canary Mail includes the following features to enhance your email composition:
     
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    • Rich Text Formatting: Style your text using bold, italics, bullet points, and links.
       
    • Attachments: Click the "Attach File" button to add files from your device or cloud storage.
       
    • Encryption: Click the lock icon to enable end-to-end encryption (more details in section 8).
       
    • Email Scheduling: Click the clock icon to schedule the email to be sent at a later time.
       
  • Once your email is ready, click "Send".

5. Organize Emails with Folders and Labels
  • Canary Mail allows you to organize your emails into custom folders and apply labels for better management.
  • To create a folder:
     
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    • Click on the "+" icon in the sidebar under "Folders."
       
    • Name the folder and press Enter.
       
  • You can drag and drop emails into folders for organization.
  • Apply labels by opening an email, clicking the "Label" button, and selecting or creating a new label.

6. Focus Mode and Smart Filters
  • Canary Mail’s Focus Mode helps reduce inbox clutter by showing only emails that are relevant or important.
  • Enable Focus Mode by clicking the "Focus" button in the toolbar.
  • Smart Filters help you quickly find emails based on:
     
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    • Unread Emails
       
    • Flagged or Important Emails
       
    • Emails with Attachments
       
  • Click the corresponding filter button in the toolbar to apply these filters.

7. Search for Emails
  • Use the search bar at the top of the Canary Mail interface to quickly find emails.
  • Type a keyword, email address, or subject line, and Canary Mail will display matching results.
  • You can also use advanced search operators to refine your search, such as:
     
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    • "from:" to search for emails from a specific sender.
       
    • "subject:" to search by subject line.
       
    • "has:attachment" to find emails with attachments.
       

8. Secure Emails with End-to-End Encryption
  • Canary Mail offers end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for securing your communications.
  • To encrypt an email, click the lock icon in the compose window.
  • If the recipient also uses Canary Mail or supports encryption, the email will be encrypted, ensuring that only the intended recipient can read it.
  • Canary Mail supports both PGP and S/MIME encryption standards.
  • If the recipient is not using encryption, you can still send a password-protected message with a decryption link.

9. Use Read Receipts and Email Tracking
  • Canary Mail includes read receipts and email tracking features so you can know when your emails have been opened.
  • To enable email tracking, click the eye icon when composing an email.
  • Once the email is opened by the recipient, you will receive a notification indicating the time and location where it was read.

10. Email Scheduling
  • Canary Mail allows you to schedule emails to be sent at a later time.
  • When composing an email, click the clock icon next to the send button.
  • Set the date and time when you want the email to be sent.
  • Once scheduled, the email will be saved in the Outbox and sent at the chosen time.

11. Snooze Emails for Later
  • You can use the Snooze feature to temporarily remove emails from your inbox and have them reappear later.
  • To snooze an email, click the Snooze icon (clock) when viewing an email.
  • Choose how long you want to snooze the email (e.g., 1 hour, Tomorrow, or Next Week).
  • The email will be temporarily moved out of your inbox and will return at the specified time.

12. Syncing Across Devices
  • Canary Mail syncs seamlessly across all your devices using iCloud or your email provider’s server.
  • Ensure you are signed in to the same Canary Mail account on all devices to sync your emails, contacts, and settings.
  • Syncing is automatic, ensuring that your inbox is up-to-date no matter where you are.



Key Features of Canary Mail
  • End-to-End Encryption: Secure your emails with PGP or S/MIME encryption.
  • Unified Inbox: Manage multiple email accounts in a single inbox.
  • Focus Mode: Filter out irrelevant emails to focus on what’s important.
  • Email Tracking: Receive notifications when your emails are opened.
  • Rich Text Formatting: Compose beautifully formatted emails with rich text.
  • Read Receipts: Track when and where your emails are read.
  • Email Scheduling: Schedule emails to be sent at a later time.
  • Snooze Emails: Temporarily remove emails from your inbox and have them reappear later.
  • Cross-Device Syncing: Keep your inbox and settings synced across multiple devices.
  • Search Functionality: Quickly find emails using advanced search operators.



Troubleshooting and Support
  • If Canary Mail is not syncing, ensure you have a stable internet connection and are signed in to the correct email account.
  • For encryption-related issues, ensure both the sender and recipient support PGP or S/MIME encryption.
  • Visit the Canary Mail Support Page for FAQs, guides, and technical support.
  • Contact Canary Mail support for help with account issues, app performance, or advanced settings.

Enjoy secure, organized, and efficient email management with Canary Mail!
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