Thunderbird Project

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 https://lnkd.in/gaCAHqP3

Recently we completed a security audit of Thunderbird Send, our upcoming end-to-end encrypted large file sharing service, with the help of the Open Source Technology Improvement Fund, Inc (OSTIF) and 7ASecurity . Read our summary of the report's findings, and learn how we've acted on these recommendations to be more secure and worthy of the trust our user community places in us. #Thunderbird #OpenSource #InfoSec https://lnkd.in/gyFgjtBh

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 https://lnkd.in/gpefF6Wy

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 https://lnkd.in/grfpKV5v

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. Additional features, like calendar and address book, are in the works. #Thunderbird #Exchange https://lnkd.in/enQqc8_B

It seems like yesterday we released Thunderbird for Android. See how fast our first mobile app is growing up. #Thunderbird #OpenSource #Android https://lnkd.in/gzba7SFd

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 https://lnkd.in/etHJREds

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 https://lnkd.in/gU9spHS4

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 https://lnkd.in/g39SjTEN

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 * diving back into the Calendar UI Rebuild * and more! #Thunderbird #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/gmKHqZVQ

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 https://lnkd.in/gk4Fv-vJ

There's a lot going on in Firefox and Thunderbird land this week! First, we're taking part in Mozilla Support's Ask-A Fox event this week! (https://lnkd.in/gkprakDH) Check out how you can get involved and help fellow Thunderbird users on desktop and Android! 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: https://lnkd.in/gMh7et95 #Firefox #AMA #Thunderbird #AskAFox

We've got the latest updates on our Android and upcoming iOS apps! Take a sneak peak 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 https://lnkd.in/gZscxRWW

After a short hiatus, State of the Thunder is back! This time, 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 https://lnkd.in/gdQh88ph

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 find how to help us make Thunderbird accessible to everyone! #Thunderbird #Accessibility #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/dd8jEEgi

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 https://lnkd.in/ejM23zxd

Manager of Community Programs Michael Ellis will be at the Austin JavaScript Meetup tonight! 🎉 Come say hi, chat about open source, and connect with the community! #Thunderbird #JavaScript #Austin https://lnkd.in/euhQVzrg

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 https://lnkd.in/ghi6rErR

Our regular Development Digest has some exciting updates on features that are nearing completion, in the case of Exchange email support, and are just starting development, in the case of the long-awaited Conversation View. We're also adjusting Account Hub and tackling the usual maintenance tasks and bug fixes #Thunderbird #OpenSource #SoftwareDevelopment https://lnkd.in/gvurdPvn

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. We'd love to bring them your questions! Please leave them in a comment to this post and we'll do our best to answer as many as we can in the recording and blog post! #Thunderbird #OpenSource #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 https://lnkd.in/dPCN_xhP

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 https://lnkd.in/gkpDm2PM

After introducing "State of the Thunder," a bi-weekly series that dives deep into our development, examines our roadmap progress, and answers your questions, we're bringing it to our blog, in addition to our video and podcast platforms. So if you'd like the latest Thunderbird updates and discussions, but don't have time to watch or listen to the episodes, we've got you covered! #Thunderbird #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/g_hbjQ2F

Thunderbird has survived (and now thrives) thanks to our community. So it's only fitting for us to build a growing community team to help our community thrive. Come meet the new members of our team, led by Manager of Community Program Michael Ellis in our latest blog post covering our team members and our initial plans! #Thunderbird #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/gCWyJC4n

Our Community Office Hours is back, and this month we've taken a deep dive into our latest yearly Extended Support Release, Thunderbird 140.0 ESR "Eclipse." We're talking with our Sr. Manager of Desktop Engineering (and introducing our new Manager of Community Programs) and talking about its new features, what didn't make the cut, and why you should give our new Monthly Release a try. #Thunderbird #OpenSource #Email https://lnkd.in/gvMKggZP

Do you have ideas on what might make a more welcoming, exciting and rewarding community experience for Thunderbird users & developers? We're gathering ideas on how to strengthen and improve the Thunderbird community. So, whether you are a long-time contributor or a curious newbie, we would love to hear your thoughts! Share your suggestions below and help shape the future of our community! #Thunderbird #OpenSource #Community https://lnkd.in/gUzGccQp

In our June Mobile Progress Report, we're sharing the initial work on our JMAP library, and coming closer to sharing screenshots of our initial work on the iOS app. In Android news, an updated and easier to use account drawer is landing soon, and our community and team continue their work on numerous other improvements to the app. #Thunderbird #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/dGz6T5NK

In the latest State of the Thunder, we're introducing Michael Ellis, our new head of Community Programs, and answering your questions about the upcoming Thunderbird Pro suite! We've also been listening to your feedback, and each video now includes a detailed summary, along with our usual chapter breakdown and resources, to make it easier to get the information you need! #Thunderbird #Community #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/emf5sNwX

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 https://lnkd.in/eF3WNW2x

Thunderbird 140 “Eclipse” is here! Our latest Extended Support Release (ESR) has improved visuals, including dark message mode, native OS notifications, a new Account Hub, and even more features to give you total control over your inbox and get on with your day. Read about these and other changes and improvements, including experimental Exchange support, at our blog. #Thunderbird #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/giRq4XPj

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 the hows and whys of our fundraising model. #Thunderbird #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/gpmgQ3n3

If you're heading to droidcon in NYC this week, so are we! Ashley Soucar and Todd Heasley from our Mobile team will be there, so if you see them, feel free to 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 https://lnkd.in/g6M2aaYX

With our next Extended Support Release, Thunderbird 140, due next week, our latest State of the Thunder takes a deep dive into our various update channels, from the yearly ESR and monthly Release to Beta and Daily. We discuss where our numbering system comes from, how to learn what channel you're on (and which is best for your use), and what you can look forward to in 140. https://lnkd.in/gfkvkEXH

In the latest State of the Thunder, we're answering questions from the community on a range of topics. These include technical challenges, from bringing the new monthly Release channel to Linux packaging and building Thunderbird, to concerns about accessibility and design. #Thunderbird #OpenSource #SoftwareDevelopment https://lnkd.in/g-ZPPmBV

Two months ago we announced our plan for a suite of open source and privacy productivity services, including our own email provider, Thundermail. Our latest Community Office Hours explores the initial features we have planned for each of the products, answers some of the most common questions we've received, and gives you an early look at the newest members of the Thunderbird family. #Thunderbird #OpenSource #Productivity #Email https://lnkd.in/gaQM8pjH

Do you have access to a Microsoft-hosted Exchange account? Exchange support is now available in Thunderbird Daily for testing, and we could use your help making sure it's ready for all our users in a few months. See our post on the Developers' mailing list to learn how to help: #Thunderbird #Exchange https://lnkd.in/g5Vbnba7

We've been talking a lot about roadmaps for the last four State of the Thunders, and this volume is all about priorities. How do we set them and decide on timing for certain items? How do we make mid-development adjustments? And how do we make sure our priorities are in line with what our users need? We're also updating you on Thunderbird Sync, Thundermail and the Pro suite, as well as our mobile development. Watch the entire discussion on YouTube: #Thunderbird #OpenSource #SoftwareDevelopment https://lnkd.in/gb2vxqVH

In our latest Community Office hours, we sit down with Director Ryan Sipes to discuss Thunderbird's history and how it led to our present home at MZLA. He also covers the relationship between MZLA, Mozilla, and the Mozilla Corporation, as well as the differences in our funding and governance. Finally, we talk about Thunderbird's future, from the mobile apps to the upcoming Thundermail and Thunderbird Pro suite. #Thunderbird #OpenSource https://lnkd.in/gc489eBq