Firefox Relay provides masked email addresses that forward messages to a user's real inbox, helping keep the real address private. Its dashboard also supports managing masks, while paid features add expanded email and phone masking capabilities.
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Device fit
Supported platforms
WebBrowser
Capabilities can differ across platforms. Check the official plan and device requirements.
Before you subscribe
Free-plan availability
A free plan is available.
Mozilla states that everyone gets 5 email masks for free, and that free Relay is available in most countries. The FAQ also says masks can be generated on other browsers or mobile devices by logging in to the Relay dashboard; specific Android and iOS support is not named.
Listed features
From the linked official sources
Email masks that forward messages to a true email address
Browser extension for using Relay on websites
Dashboard for creating and labeling masks
Removal of common email trackers from forwarded emails
Blocking promotional emails with Relay Premium
What the facts offer
Strengths
The free tier includes 5 email masks and browser-extension access.
The dashboard lets users create and label masks, and forwarded messages can be managed by blocking a mask that receives too much spam.
Check the trade-offs
Things to consider
Relay does not filter spam itself, and forwarded email attachments are limited to 10 MB.
Some websites may reject Relay addresses, and Mozilla advises against using masks where identity verification or important attachments are required.
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