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Kolab Now Review
Swiss open-source groupware with email, calendars, and collaboration tools
Switzerland
Founded 2012
Zero-Knowledge
Free Plan
Mobile Apps
2FA Support
Custom Domain
Overview
Kolab Now is a Swiss-based secure groupware and email service. Built on the open-source Kolab platform, it offers comprehensive collaboration tools including email, calendars, contacts, file storage, and more. As a Swiss service, it benefits from strong privacy protections and is trusted by privacy-conscious individuals and organizations worldwide.
Key Features
- Swiss jurisdiction
- Open-source software (Kolab)
- Full groupware suite
- Calendar and contacts sync
- File storage and sharing
- PGP encryption support
- Custom domain support
- Two-factor authentication
Pros
- Based in Switzerland with strong privacy laws
- Fully open-source software
- Complete groupware suite (email, calendar, files)
- Good for team collaboration
- Supports ActiveSync for mobile
- Strong commitment to privacy
Cons
- More expensive than basic email providers
- No free plan available
- Interface can feel complex for simple email needs
- Limited storage on base plan
- Not zero-knowledge encryption
- Better suited for businesses than individuals
Pricing
Starting at CHF 4.41/month
Technical Details
- Encryption
- PGP, TLS
- Storage
- 5GB
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland