Mailchain provides a purpose-built protocol and SDK for developers to integrate secure, private, end-to-end encrypted web3 email functionality into their applications. This platform enables unified communication across various blockchain addresses and decentralized identities, supporting notifications, direct messaging, and web3 authentication. Users benefit from a unified inbox experience that abstracts wallet keys for enhanced privacy while maintaining compatibility with existing web3 tooling.
Funding
$4.7M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Web3 applications lack a native, secure communication channel, forcing users to rely on traditional Web2 messaging platforms. This exposes users to privacy risks and vulnerabilities, as blockchain addresses are publicly visible and susceptible to exploitation. Existing solutions often lack end-to-end encryption and verified sender origin, hindering secure and private interactions between decentralized identities.
Solution
Mailchain provides a secure messaging protocol for Web3, enabling users to send and receive private, end-to-end encrypted messages using blockchain addresses. The protocol abstracts private keys, utilizing unique identity keys for each registered account to maintain privacy and safety. Mailchain supports various address schemes, including blockchain protocol addresses, Web3 names, and Mailchain accounts, facilitating communication across multiple chains and identities. The platform offers a unified inbox application for managing and viewing messages, similar to traditional email, but with enhanced security and privacy features tailored for Web3 interactions.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes Web3 users and developers seeking a secure, private, and native communication layer for decentralized applications and blockchain interactions.
Features
- End-to-end encryption ensures only the sender and recipient can read messages.
- Private key abstraction enhances security by using separate messaging keys.
- Support for multiple address schemes, including ENS, Lens, and NEAR.
- Unified inbox application for easy message management across multiple wallets and identities.
- SDK for developers to integrate secure messaging into Web3 applications.
- Compatibility with all EVMs and major chains.
- Support for web3 authentication.