# DavMail

> POP/IMAP/SMTP/Caldav/Carddav/LDAP exchange gateway allowing users to use any mail/calendar client with an Exchange server

**Wikidata**: [Q108061682](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q108061682)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/davmail

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for DavMail:

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## Summary  
DavMail is a free software gateway that allows users to connect any mail or calendar client to an Exchange server using standard protocols like POP, IMAP, SMTP, CalDAV, CardDAV, and LDAP. It bridges the gap between proprietary Exchange services and open-source or third-party email clients. The tool is compatible with multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

## Key Facts  
- **License**: GNU General Public License, version 2.0 or later  
- **Latest Stable Version**: 6.0.0 (released July 5, 2021)  
- **Operating Systems**: Microsoft Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, BSD  
- **Protocols Supported**: Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP), CardDAV, CalDAV, SMTP, IMAP, POP  
- **Instance Of**: Free software, gateway  
- **Website**: [Official Site](http://davmail.sourceforge.net/), [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/mguessan/davmail)  
- **Source Code Repository**: [SVN](https://svn.code.sf.net/p/davmail/code/trunk/), [GitHub](https://github.com/mguessan/davmail.git)  
- **Mailing List**: [DavMail Users](https://sourceforge.net/p/davmail/mailman/davmail-users/)  

## FAQs  
### Q: What problem does DavMail solve?  
A: DavMail enables users to access Microsoft Exchange services (email, calendar, contacts) from non-Exchange clients like Thunderbird or Apple Mail by translating Exchange protocols into standard ones like IMAP and CalDAV.  

### Q: Is DavMail free to use?  
A: Yes, DavMail is free software distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL), allowing users to run, modify, and distribute it freely.  

### Q: Which operating systems support DavMail?  
A: DavMail runs on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and BSD systems, making it versatile for desktop and mobile use.  

## Why It Matters  
DavMail addresses a critical interoperability gap in enterprise environments where Microsoft Exchange dominates but users prefer third-party email and calendar clients. By translating proprietary Exchange protocols into open standards, DavMail democratizes access to Exchange services without requiring vendor-specific software. This is particularly valuable for organizations or individuals seeking flexibility, privacy, or cost savings. Its cross-platform compatibility ensures broad accessibility, while its open-source nature fosters community-driven improvements and transparency.  

## Notable For  
- **Protocol Translation**: Converts Exchange-specific protocols into widely supported standards like IMAP and CalDAV.  
- **Cross-Platform Compatibility**: Works on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and BSD.  
- **Open-Source**: Licensed under GPL, allowing free use and modification.  
- **Community-Driven**: Hosted on SourceForge and GitHub with active mailing lists and issue tracking.  

## Body  
### Technical Specifications  
- **Latest Version**: 6.0.0 (stable release on July 5, 2021)  
- **Source Code Repositories**:  
  - SVN: `svn://svn.code.sf.net/p/davmail/code/trunk`  
  - GitHub: `https://github.com/mguessan/davmail.git`  

### Supported Protocols  
- Email: SMTP, IMAP, POP  
- Calendar/Contacts: CalDAV, CardDAV  
- Directory Services: LDAP  

### Installation Options  
- **Linux**: Available via Debian (`davmail`), Ubuntu (`davmail`), Flatpak (`org.davmail.DavMail`), and SlackBuilds (`network/davmail`).  
- **BSD**: FreeBSD port (`mail/davmail`).  
- **Windows/macOS**: Direct downloads from SourceForge.  

### Development and Support  
- **Issue Tracker**: [SourceForge Tickets](https://sourceforge.net/p/davmail/_list/tickets)  
- **Mailing List**: [DavMail Users Archive](https://sourceforge.net/p/davmail/mailman/davmail-users/)  

## Schema Markup  
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  "description": "A gateway enabling standard mail/calendar clients to connect to Microsoft Exchange servers.",
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  "softwareVersion": "6.0.0",
  "operatingSystem": ["Windows", "macOS", "Android", "iOS", "BSD"],
  "license": "GNU General Public License v2.0 or later",
  "applicationCategory": "Gateway",
  "downloadUrl": "https://sourceforge.net/projects/davmail/"
}

## References

1. [DavMail 6.0.0 released. 2021](https://sourceforge.net/p/davmail/mailman/message/37315286/)
2. [Source](https://sourceforge.net/projects/davmail/lists/davmail-users)