Thunderbird
@thunderbird.net
Thunderbird is an open-source, platform-neutral email, calendar and productivity suite designed for users who value customization, privacy, and control. Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android - Thunderbird helps you stay connected without lock in.
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Exchange email support has landed! We've invited members of our desktop team to Community Office Hours to give us all the details about what's in now and what's coming next!
#Thunderbird #Exchange
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We are building tech you can trust.
Thank you to and 7A Security for their collaboration on the security audit for Thunderbird Send, our end-to-end encrypted file transfer service (coming to everyone soon, open source now).
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Recently we completed a security audit of Thunderbird Send, our upcoming end-to-end encrypted large file sharing service, with the help of the @@ostifofficial.bsky.social and 7ASecurity. Learn how we're making Send worthy of your trust.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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Sorry for the hiccup with our tag in the previous post! Our thanks again to for their help with this important audit, which you can again read about in our blog post:
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We're grateful for Giving Tuesday, a day to support the organizations and projects you care about!
#Thunderbird #GivingTuesday
Fixing old Android code, integrating with the upcoming Thunderbird Pro, and making a balanced iOS roadmap are all part of our mobile development goals in 2026.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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Thunderbird Pro is getting closer to its Early Bird release! Find out what that means and what it includes in our latest update.
#Thunderbird #ThunderbirdPro #Thundermail #OpenSource
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Exchange/Microsoft365 account support built into Thunderbird now!
Thunderbird users have asked us for this for years and now it is here. Enjoy.
For nerds: the architecture built for this opens the door for JMAP support.
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If your school or workplace uses Exchange for email, accessing it with Thunderbird just got easier! Our blog post has all the details on getting connected and future features.
#Thunderbird #Exchange
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It seems like yesterday we released Thunderbird for Android. See how fast our first mobile app is growing up.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource #Android
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At Mozilla we make tech that puts people before profit. We make tech that is designed to help people live better lives. We make tech that is GOOD.
We’re excited to join the Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA) to help expand global access to open, people-first technology. As we face rapid changes in AI and digital governance, strengthening the digital commons is more important than ever.
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Getting closer to releasing Thundermail, Thunderbird Appointment and Thunderbird Send to the world.
Built on open source and open standards - we're working to make a suite of tools that help people break their reliance on big tech (think Microsoft O365 and Gmail).
Looking forward to sharing more.
Thunderbird 144 is out now! Exchange support is closer to officially landing, dragging and dropping your folders is easier, and we're adding new ways to keep your email safe!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource #Email
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Not all of our progress is headline worthy! But steady, detail-oriented work, described in our latest development update, is a firm foundation for the next leaps forward.
#Thunderbird #Email #OpenSource
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What's the topic of Office Hours conversation? Conversation view! From backend changes to in-person collaboration, find out how the Thunderbird team is making it possible:
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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In this month's Dev Digest, we're:
* describing the final QA steps as Exchange mail support lands in 144
* discussing future Exchange work
* adding Exchange to Account Hub
* recapping the Conversation View workweek
* and more!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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In-person and virtual community initiatives, adjusting the Android roadmap, and the journey to true Conversation View (and why it's hard!). All this and more, including a gassy Boston Terrier as a bonus. Read/watch/listen at the blog:
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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There's a lot going on in and Thunderbird this week! First, we're taking part in Mozilla Support's Ask-A Fox event! (community.mozilla.org/en/campaigns...) Get involved, have fun, and help fellow Thunderbird users on desktop and Android! (1/2)
#Firefox #Thunderbird #AskAFox
Second, we're hosting a live streamed AMA Thursday at 19:00 UTC and want your questions! Please share any questions for our team here: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8482945/T...
#Thunderbird #AMA
We've got updates on our Android and upcoming iOS apps! Take a peek at the new Android account drawer, iOS account setup and upcoming monthly release schedule and learn why recent updates affected readability and how we're fixing it.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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After a short hiatus, State of the Thunder is back! In addition to tackling community questions, we're also responding to the top 20-ish requested features from Mozilla Connect. Get the latest news on Sync, translations, and more!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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Back-to-school seasoning may be winding down, but Thunderbird is seeing where we make the grade (and don’t) with accessibility. Learn about our recent a11y study and how to help us make Thunderbird accessible to everyone!
#Thunderbird #Accessibility #OpenSource
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Thunderbird 142.0 has a host of exciting features and bug fixes. From improving the PDF experience to better support for quiet time, learn what's just landed in our recap of the newest monthly release.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource #Email
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We’ll be at the Meetup tonight! 🎉 Come say hi, chat about open source, and connect with the community!
#Thunderbird #JavaScript #Austin
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Curious about our progress on Thunderbird Pro? Our latest update, direct from Managing Director Ryan Sipes, keeps you in the know - and lets you know how to stay updated:
#Thunderbird #ThunderbirdPro #OpenSource
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Our regular Development Digest has some exciting updates on features that are nearing completion (Exchange email support) and are just starting development (Conversation View)! We're also tackling the usual maintenance tasks and bugs!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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For this month's Office Hours, we're talking to members of our Design Team about how we're assessing and improving Accessibility in Thunderbird. Have a question you'd like us to ask? Put it in the comments below and we'll do our best to answer them all in the video/blog
#Thunderbird #Accessibility
Getting Things Done + labels + keyboard shortcuts = 💙 and an organized inbox. Find out how to get started in our latest Maximize Your Day blog post!
#Thunderbird #Productivity #Email
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Archiving from notifications, warnings about expiring PGP keys, bug fixes, and more! Find out what's in Thunderbird 141.0 (and how you can get it) in our new Monthly Release Recap!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource #Email
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All of the latest discussions about our development in our ongoing State of the Thunder series, now in an easy to read format, thanks to your feedback. (With links to the videos and podcasts for those who still want to watch or listen!)
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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Thunderbird has been so lucky to have a community that's helped us survive and now thrive, and we're building a team that can help our community thrive. Meet the members of the team and learn what they have planned!
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#Thunderbird #Community #OpenSource
Our new "Contributing to Thunderbird" videos break down the barriers to developing, testing, translating, and supporting Thunderbird on desktop and mobile. Learn how to set up a development environment on your Mac...
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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And learn how to set up a Thunderbird development environment on your Linux (specifically Ubuntu) machine! Windows users, we'll have a video for you in the next few weeks.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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As always, you can find this playlist on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Our Community Office Hours is back! This month we're exploring our latest Extended Support Release, Thunderbird 140.0 ESR "Eclipse" with new features, what didn't make the cut, and why you should give our new Monthly Release a try.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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We're gathering ideas on how to strengthen and improve the Thunderbird community. Whether you're a long-time contributor or a curious newbie, we would love to hear your thoughts! Share your suggestions below and help shape our community's future!
#Thunderbird
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The latest Thunderbird mobile update is out! We're getting closer to sharable iOS screenshots while sharing a sneak peak at the new Android account drawer and folders. And check out all the improvements from our team and community!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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In the latest State of the Thunder, we're introducing , our new head of Community Programs, and answering questions about the upcoming Thunderbird Pro suite! Watch the video (or read the included summary) to learn more.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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You can also watch the video/read the summary on YouTube: youtu.be/P_XYxdABgtQ
Our latest Thunderbird Monthly Development Digest is out! We have news about:
* The latest ESR, 140.0 "Eclipse"
* Details about new Exchange Support features
* Updates on Account Hub and the Global Message Database
* Features and Fixes
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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Thunderbird 140 “Eclipse” is here! Our latest yearly Extended Support Release (ESR) brings improved visuals, including dark message mode and more powerful Appearance settings, native OS notifications and more to bring your inbox out of the shadows.
#Thunderbird
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The latest volume of State of the Thunder is out! We're keeping you updated on our roadmap progress as we look towards Q3, sharing our advice on using Thunderbird developer tools, and giving you a deeper look into our fundraising model.
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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If you're heading to Droidcon in NYC this week, so are we! Two members from our Mobile team will be there, so if you see 'Thunderbird' on a name badge, say hi! We're looking forward to learning, making connections, and sharing our progress in the Android email space!
#dcnyc25 #Thunderbird #Android
Our May Mobile Progress Report shows how we're:
*getting ready for JMAP in iOS
* planing early for TestFlight
* coordinating localization for both apps
* asking for feedback with the Android beta
* improving the account drawer and more
#Thunderbird #Email
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Thunderbird 140 is due next week! State of the Thunder dives the difference between yearly ESR, monthly Release, and our testing channels, Beta and Daily, how to know which one you're on, and how to switch. We also highlight the features coming to 140!
#Thunderbird
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Our latest Thunderbird + Rust Office Hours video is up! In it, explores how Rust (along with a little C++) is powering our push to provide support for Microsoft Exchange. Learn more and find how to get involved!
#Thunderbird #Rust #OpenSource
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You brought your questions to our team, and in the latest State of the Thunder, we're bringing the answers! This discussion covers a wide range of topics, from the new monthly Release channel to accessibility to UI.
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Want to know more about Thunderbird Pro, including Thundermail? Our latest Community Office Hours has you covered! We're discussing planned features, answering questions, and getting to know our new productivity suite before it hatches!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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Have access to a Microsoft-hosted Exchange account? Exchange support is available in Thunderbird Daily for testing, and we could use your help making sure it's ready for users in a few months. See the Developers' mailing list to learn how to help:
#Thunderbird #Exchange
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This State of the Thunder is about priorities. How do we set them, line them up with user needs, and adjust as needed? Also, updates on Thunderbird Sync, Thundermail and the Pro suite, and mobile development. Watch the entire discussion on TILvids:
#Thunderbird #OpenSource
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Curious about MZLA, how it relates to Thunderbird and how it works with (but differs from) Mozilla and the Mozilla Corporation? Want to know more about future plans, including Thundermail, and Thunderbird Pro? Watch the newest Community Office Hours with Director Ryan Sipes.
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Heading to #KotlinConf later this week? So are two members of our mobile team! Be sure to say hi if you see them in talks and in the hallway track, and we've even been told is bringing some Thunderbird for Android stickers to share!
#Thunderbird #Kotlin
Our Android Progress Report is now our Mobile Progress Report! Last month, we laid the foundation for future work in the upcoming iOS app and made quite a few improvements to the Android app.
#Thunderbird #iOS #Android #Email
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Want to be in the know what what's coming to the Thunderbird desktop app? Our latest Monthly Development Digest has all the latest updates straight from our team!
#Thunderbird #OpenSource #Email
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Curious about boosting your productivity with Thunderbird keyboard shortcuts? We’ve got a guide to get you started! 🤔 ⌨️
#Thunderbird #ThunderbirdTips #Email
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