# FairEmail

> e-mail client for Android

**Wikidata**: [Q131249271](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q131249271)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/fairemail

## Summary  
FairEmail is a free‑software e‑mail client designed specifically for Android devices. It is written in Java, distributed as a digital download through Google Play and F‑Droid, and its source code is openly hosted on GitHub.

## Key Facts  
- FairEmail is classified as **free software** and a **mobile app** (instance_of).  
- The app runs on the **Android** operating system and is optimized for **touchscreen** input.  
- It is written in the **Java** programming language.  
- Stable releases 1.895 – 1.904 were published between **11 January 2020** and **15 January 2020**.  
- The official website is **https://email.faircode.eu** (English language).  
- Distribution is handled through **Google Play** (app ID eu.faircode.email) and **F‑Droid** (package eu.faircode.email).  
- The source‑code repository is hosted at **https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail**.  
- FairEmail’s license is recorded under Wikidata as **Q27016754**.  
- The app’s copyright status is **copyrighted** but released under a free‑software license.  

## FAQs  
### Q: Is FairEmail free to use and modify?  
A: Yes. FairEmail is released as free software, meaning users can run, study, modify, and redistribute it under its stated license.

### Q: Which platforms can I install FairEmail on?  
A: FairEmail is available exclusively for Android devices and can be installed via Google Play or the F‑Droid repository.

### Q: Where can I view or contribute to the source code?  
A: The full source code is publicly accessible on GitHub at https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail, and contributions are accepted under the project’s free‑software license.

### Q: What programming language is FairEmail built with?  
A: The application is developed in Java.

### Q: How often are stable versions released?  
A: In early 2020, FairEmail released a series of stable builds (1.895 to 1.904) on consecutive days in January.

## Why It Matters  
FairEmail provides Android users with a privacy‑focused, open‑source alternative to proprietary e‑mail clients. By being free software, it empowers users to audit the code for security vulnerabilities, customize functionality, and ensure that no hidden telemetry or advertising is embedded. Its availability through both Google Play and the community‑driven F‑Droid store broadens access, catering to users who prefer mainstream distribution as well as those who prioritize open‑source ecosystems. The rapid succession of stable releases in early 2020 demonstrates an active development cadence, reinforcing confidence that the app stays current with Android’s evolving platform. For individuals and organizations seeking transparent, controllable e‑mail handling on mobile devices, FairEmail offers a verifiable, community‑backed solution.

## Notable For  
- **Open‑source licensing** (free software) that permits full code inspection and modification.  
- **Dual distribution** via Google Play and F‑Droid, ensuring accessibility for both mainstream and open‑source‑focused users.  
- **Java‑based implementation**, aligning with Android’s native development ecosystem.  
- **Rapid stable‑release cycle** in January 2020, delivering nine incremental versions (1.895‑1.904).  
- **Touchscreen‑optimized UI**, tailored specifically for mobile interaction.

## Body  

### Overview  
FairEmail is an Android‑only e‑mail client that emphasizes privacy, security, and user control. It is listed on Wikidata with the description “e‑mail client for Android.”  

### Licensing & Copyright  
- The application is released under a free‑software license identified by Wikidata as **Q27016754**.  
- Although the software is copyrighted, the license grants users the freedoms typical of free software (run, study, modify, redistribute).  

### Platform & Distribution  
- **Operating System:** Android (since its inception on 23 September 2008).  
- **Input Method:** Designed for touchscreen devices.  
- **Distribution Channels:**  
  - Google Play (app ID eu.faircode.email).  
  - F‑Droid (package eu.faircode.email).  
- **Download Format:** Digital download.  

### Development & Versions  
| Version | Release Date (stable) | Reference |
|---------|----------------------|-----------|
| 1.895   | 11 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.895 |
| 1.896   | 12 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.896 |
| 1.897   | 12 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.897 |
| 1.898   | 12 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.898 |
| 1.899   | 13 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.899 |
| 1.900   | 13 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.900 |
| 1.901   | 13 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.901 |
| 1.902   | 13 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.902 |
| 1.903   | 14 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.903 |
| 1.904   | 15 Jan 2020          | GitHub release tag 1.904 |

These releases were all marked as **stable versions** and were published within a five‑day window, indicating an intensive maintenance period.  

### Technical Architecture  
- **Programming Language:** Java (object‑oriented language introduced in 1995).  
- **Source Repository:** https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail, hosted on GitHub and linked to the Wikidata property for source code repositories.  

### Community & Ecosystem  
- The project is listed under the **framalibre_id** “fairemail,” connecting it to the French free‑software directory.  
- Being free software, it can be audited and forked by the community, fostering transparency and collaborative improvement.  

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## References

1. [Release 1.895. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.895)
2. [Release 1.896. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.896)
3. [Release 1.897. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.897)
4. [Release 1.898. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.898)
5. [Release 1.899. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.899)
6. [Release 1.900. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.900)
7. [Release 1.901. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.901)
8. [Release 1.902. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.902)
9. [Release 1.903. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.903)
10. [Release 1.904. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.904)
11. [Release 1.905. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.905)
12. [Release 1.906. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.906)
13. [Release 1.907. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.907)
14. [Release 1.908. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.908)
15. [Release 1.909. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.909)
16. [Release 1.911. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.911)
17. [Release 1.912. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.912)
18. [Release 1.913. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.913)
19. [Release 1.914. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.914)
20. [Release 1.915. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.915)
21. [Release 1.916. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.916)
22. [Release 1.917. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.917)
23. [Release 1.918. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.918)
24. [Release 1.919. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.919)
25. [Release 1.920. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.920)
26. [Release 1.921. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.921)
27. [Release 1.922. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.922)
28. [Release 1.923. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.923)
29. [Release 1.924. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.924)
30. [Release 1.925. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.925)
31. [Release 1.926. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.926)
32. [Release 1.927. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.927)
33. [Release 1.928. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.928)
34. [Release 1.929. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.929)
35. [Release 1.930. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.930)
36. [Release 1.931. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.931)
37. [Release 1.932. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.932)
38. [Release 1.933. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.933)
39. [Release 1.934. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.934)
40. [Release 1.935. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.935)
41. [Release 1.936. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.936)
42. [Release 1.937. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.937)
43. [Release 1.938. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.938)
44. [Release 1.939. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.939)
45. [Release 1.940. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.940)
46. [Release 1.941. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.941)
47. [Release 1.942. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.942)
48. [Release 1.943. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.943)
49. [Release 1.944. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.944)
50. [Release 1.945. 2020](https://github.com/M66B/FairEmail/releases/tag/1.945)