The OptMsg v1.0.0 release notes below list what changed in the OptMsg app on March 19, 2025. Each OptMsg release ships to the iOS and Android apps and to the web app at the same time, so the notes apply to every platform unless a section says otherwise. If you are new to OptMsg, the short version is: your inbox only shows mail from senders you opted in, and each release makes that easier to manage.
Version: 1.0.0
Release Date: March 19, 2025
We’re excited to introduce OptMsg, a private, secure, opt-in email platform that blocks spam that puts you in control of your inbox. Now available on web, iOS, and Android, OptMsg eliminates unwanted emails, enhances security, and ensures your communication stays private.
Key Features
Inbox Control
- Only people you approve can reach your inbox. Everyone else goes to Trash.
- Easily grant or revoke access to your inbox.
- Auto-delete trash after 30 days to keep your inbox clean and efficient.
Private Always
- Messages between OptMsg users are encrypted at rest and in transit and stay on OptMsg infrastructure.
- We don’t sell your data and we don’t show ads.
- No ads, just a clean, distraction-free experience.
Security First
- No passwords required, eliminating phishing risks and credential theft.
- Passkey authentication provides seamless, secure access.
- Advanced encryption ensures your emails and data stay protected.
Simple by Design
- Clean, intuitive interface for effortless email management.
- No complicated settings, just straightforward, secure communication.
- Reliable performance to keep your inbox running smoothly.
Other Key Features
- A new [username]@optmsg.com email address that others can trust.
- Send and receive emails and attachments with ease.
- Organize your inbox with tags and simple swipe gestures.
- Stay informed with important notifications.
- Manage your contacts effortlessly.
- Use Community Recommendations to identify new senders of interest.
- Set OptMsg as your default email app.
Platform Specific Features
Web App Features
- Register for your [username]@optmsg.com email account.
- Manage your account settings with ease.
Mobile Apps (iOS & Android)
- Import contacts for easy communication.
- Enhanced security with Face ID and Touch ID.
How to get the OptMsg v1.0.0 release
On iOS and Android, open the App Store or Google Play and update OptMsg; automatic updates install it for you within a day or two. On the web, reload the app once and you are on the new version. So there is nothing to configure: the OptMsg v1.0.0 release applies as soon as the update is installed.
About OptMsg release notes
We publish release notes for every version, because you should know what changed in the app that holds your mail. Earlier and later notes are in the OptMsg News category, and the support center explains each feature in more depth. If something in the OptMsg v1.0.0 release does not work the way these notes describe, tell us through the support page and we will look at it.
