Email
inbound
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Free Email Aliases
For Custom Domains

The best ImprovMX alternative with unlimited free aliases, advanced webhook integration, and powerful API access. Perfect for developers, AI agents, and growing businesses.

No credit card required • Set up in 2 minutes • Forever free tier

Why Choose Inbound Over ImprovMX?

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ImprovMX

badge 13Limited to 25 free aliases
badge 13Paid plans start at $9/month
badge 13No email storage or IMAP access
badge 13Basic webhook support
badge 13No AI agent integration
badge 13Limited API capabilities
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inbound by exon

badge 13Unlimited free aliases per domain
badge 13Forever free tier - no hidden costs
badge 13Full catch-all domain support
badge 13Advanced webhook integration
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badge 13Full REST API + TypeScript SDK

Everything You Need for Custom Domain Email

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1 Free Domain

Connect one custom domain completely free. Verify ownership with simple DNS configuration and start receiving emails instantly.

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Infinite Email Aliases

Create unlimited individual aliases like hello@, support@, sales@ or set up a catch-all to receive emails sent to any address on your domain.

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Granular Email Blocking

Advanced blocking controls let you stop spam from specific addresses, domains, or patterns while keeping your catch-all active.

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Webhook Integration

Connect your email to any service or AI agent with reliable webhook delivery. Perfect for automation and custom workflows.

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AI-Ready API

Full REST API and TypeScript SDK for developers. Build email-powered AI agents and automate your email infrastructure.

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Enterprise Security

Built on AWS with enterprise-grade security, SPF/DKIM/DMARC support, and comprehensive email verification for high deliverability.

Built for Developers & AI Builders

Unlike ImprovMX, Inbound is designed from the ground up for developers who need programmatic email control and AI integration.

TypeScript SDK Example

import { createInboundClient } from 'exon-inbound'

const client = createInboundClient({
  apiKey: process.env.INBOUND_API_KEY
})

// Create a new email address
await client.emails.create({
  email: 'support@yourdomain.com',
  webhookUrl: 'https://api.yourapp.com/webhook'
})

// Set up catch-all for entire domain
await client.domains.setCatchAll({
  domain: 'yourdomain.com',
  webhookUrl: 'https://api.yourapp.com/webhook',
  blockList: ['spam@', 'abuse@']
})

Developer Experience

badge 13Full TypeScript SDK with type safety
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badge 13Webhook retry & failure handling
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AI Integration

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badge 13Structured email parsing & metadata
badge 13Auto-scaling email processing
badge 13Built-in spam & security filtering

Migrate from ImprovMX in Minutes

Switching from ImprovMX is simple. Keep your existing email addresses working while you transition to unlimited aliases and advanced features.

1

Connect Your Domain

Add your domain to Inbound and verify ownership with DNS records.

2

Configure Email Routing

Set up your aliases or catch-all configuration with advanced blocking rules.

3

Update DNS & Go Live

Update your MX records to point to Inbound and start receiving emails.

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Transparent Pricing - No Surprises

Start free and scale as you grow. Unlike ImprovMX, our free tier includes unlimited aliases on one domain.

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Ready to Switch from ImprovMX?

Join thousands of developers and businesses who have made the switch to unlimited email aliases and advanced automation.

✓ No credit card required ✓ 5-minute setup ✓ Unlimited aliases ✓ 24/7 support