mainly
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What is mainly?
Mainly is a self-hosted, multi-domain mail client that consolidates mailboxes from multiple domains into a single lightning-fast interface. Designed for users who need unified email management across several domains while maintaining full control over their infrastructure.
mainly pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
mainly pros
- Multi-domain support with unified message list across all mailboxes
- Self-hosted for complete data privacy and infrastructure control
- Simple one-command deployment (git clone + ./mainly.sh start)
- Open source and highly configurable via environment variables
mainly cons
- Requires self-hosting and technical setup; not a managed SaaS offering
- Limited mobile support information; appears to be web-based only
- Sparse feature documentation on landing page; requires GitHub README review
Frequently asked questions about mainly
How do I set up mainly?
Clone the repository and run ./mainly.sh start. The script auto-generates secrets, deploys Postgres and the app, then you create a user account and add mailboxes from the web UI.
Is mainly open source?
Yes, the full source code is available at github.com/crnst8/mainly.
Is mainly self-hosted?
Yes, mainly runs on your own infrastructure; it is not a managed SaaS product.