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About HEY
What is HEY?
HEY is a refreshing email and calendar platform from 37signals that puts you in control. Instead of drowning in spam and clutter, HEY screens unknown senders, separates transactional emails into a Paper Trail, and lets your Imbox hold only what matters. It blocks spy pixels and guarantees your data is never used for ads.
Who is it for?
HEY is ideal for professionals, freelancers, and families who value privacy and want to reclaim hours lost to email overload. It’s not for people who need free email storage or rely on Gmail/Outlook integrations — HEY replaces your address with a @hey.com or custom domain, and doesn’t play well with conventional email clients.
Real use cases
Use HEY to screen cold emails like a call screener, keep receipts and order confirmations out of your main inbox, and collaborate with your team using private thread comments. The built-in HEY Calendar adds seamless scheduling without third-party apps. For families, HEY for Families lets up to 5 members each have their own @hey.com account and calendar under one bill.
Key features
- The Screener — First-time senders land here; you decide yes or no, and you never hear from rejected senders again.
- Imbox — A clean, focused inbox for emails from people and services you’ve approved.
- Paper Trail — Automatic folder for receipts, order confirmations, and notifications — out of your way until needed.
- Spy Pixel Blocking — HEY stops senders from tracking when you open an email.
- HEY Calendar — A built-in calendar that integrates with your email and workflows.
- HEY World — A personal blog attached to your HEY account, letting you share via email.
- Privacy Guarantee — No ads, no scanning, no selling of your personal data.
SaaSpartout Score
6.6
/10
Editorial score from our review methodology — not user ratings.
HEY Pricing
HEY pricing: from $99/year.
HEY for You – $99/year ($8.25/mo)
Includes a @hey.com email address, HEY Calendar, all core email features, 100GB storage, spy pixel blocking, HEY World blog, and 30-day free trial (no credit card required).
HEY for Domains – $10/month (first user) then $12/month per user
Includes everything in HEY for You except @hey.com address and HEY World. Offers custom domain email, multi-user management, thread sharing, private team comments, and email aliases. Billed monthly.
HEY for Families – $179/year total
Add up to 4 additional family members, each with their own @hey.com address, calendar, and account. Add-on to a HEY for You subscription.
Frequently asked questions
How much does HEY cost?
HEY for You is $99/year ($8.25/month), billed annually. HEY for Domains starts at $10/month for the first user and $12/month for each additional user. HEY for Families is $179/year for up to 5 members.
Does HEY have a free trial?
Yes, HEY offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required. You can cancel at any time during the trial and export your data.
What is the main difference between HEY and Gmail?
HEY flips the model: instead of letting anyone email you and then sorting it, HEY screens unknown senders first. It also blocks spy pixels, separates transactional emails, and does not use your data for ads.
Who is HEY best for?
HEY is best for professionals, entrepreneurs, and families who want a private, distraction-free email experience and are willing to switch to a @hey.com or custom domain address. It’s less suited for heavy Google ecosystem users or those needing free storage.
What are top alternatives to HEY?
Top alternatives include ProtonMail (privacy-focused), Fastmail (custom domain email), and Superhuman (speed-focused email). But HEY stands out for its unique screener and Paper Trail features.
Can I use my own domain with HEY?
Yes, with HEY for Domains you can send and receive email using your own custom domain name. The first user costs $10/month, additional users $12/month.
