How to mail encrypted from gmail id

To send an encrypted email from a Gmail account, you'll need to use a third-party encryption service or plugin. Here are a few options:

Option 1: Use a third-party encryption service

  1. Sign up for a free account with a reputable encryption service like ProtonMail, Tutanota, or Mailfence.
  2. Compose your email as usual in Gmail.
  3. Copy the email content and paste it into the encryption service's web interface.
  4. Encrypt the email using the service's encryption tool.
  5. Send the encrypted email to the recipient's email address.

Option 2: Use a browser extension or plugin

  1. Install a browser extension or plugin like Mailvelope (Chrome, Firefox) or Encrypt Gmail (Chrome) that allows you to encrypt emails directly from Gmail.
  2. Compose your email as usual in Gmail.
  3. Click the extension's icon in your browser toolbar to encrypt the email.
  4. Enter the recipient's email address and any additional encryption settings (if required).
  5. Send the encrypted email.

Option 3: Use a Gmail add-on

  1. Install a Gmail add-on like Encrypt Email (Gmail) or Secure Mail (Gmail) that allows you to encrypt emails directly from Gmail.
  2. Compose your email as usual in Gmail.
  3. Click the add-on's icon in your Gmail compose window to encrypt the email.
  4. Enter the recipient's email address and any additional encryption settings (if required).
  5. Send the encrypted email.

Tips and considerations

Remember that encrypting emails is just one aspect of maintaining email security. It's also important to use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and be cautious when clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources.