Explore all Canary Mail updates from 2026, organized by date and platform. Scan key improvements across iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows, with links to official release notes, feature hubs, and the public roadmap to track progress and plan your next upgrade confidently.
Quick summary:Smarter compose controls, stronger stability, and reliable sync fixes landed across iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows in early 2026. This page consolidates every release and links to the official notes so you can scan what changed and decide when to update.
Canary Mail continues to evolve as a privacy-first email app for professionals and teams. Each release this year has enhanced stability, compose reliability, and cross-platform consistency. Optional AI features continue to improve alongside core email functionality.
For a complete list of detailed release notes and platform-specific fixes, visit our official Canary Mail Roadmap & Announcements page.
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February 2026 - Stability and Sync Fixes
Windows 5.1.53 (Feb 10, 2026)
- Fixed unread filter behavior - read emails now stay visible and correctly marked when using Filter by Unread.
- Resolved startup and workflow crash fixes.
- Fixed embedded images breaking when printing emails.
- Improved GMX send failure handling caused by header and policy restrictions.
Android 3.87 (Feb 10, 2026)
- Fixed recently sent emails reappearing as drafts.
- Fixed snoozed emails not reflecting correctly in search results.
iOS 5.18 (Feb 19, 2026)
- Fixed inline images disappearing after proofreading a message.
- Fixed duplicate compose windows opening when creating a new email.
- Fixed Inbox Zero not staying visible consistently for O365 accounts when inbox is empty.
- Fixed CC/BCC email addresses being removed when tapping outside the field.
macOS 5.18 (Feb 20, 2026)
- Fixed Copilot reply header incorrectly fetching sender name and email.
- Fixed sender order in threads - most recent sender now appears first.
- Fixed theme switching - message editor no longer caches the previous theme.
- Fixed Send Again action not functioning properly.
- Fixed Todoist integration connection errors.
March 2026 - Draft Handling and Reliability
Android 3.88 (Mar 23, 2026)
- Fixed sent emails reopening as drafts.
- General crash fixes and stability improvements.
Windows 5.1.54 (Mar 24, 2026)
- Fixed crash occurring while adding a Gmail account.
- Fixed emails with PDF attachments not loading correctly.
- General crash fixes and reliability enhancements.
April 2026 - Compose Control and Polish
iOS 5.19 (Apr 1, 2026)
- New: Compose Suggestions Control - remove unwanted email suggestions while composing by swiping left and tapping delete.
- Fixed calendar events save option becoming unresponsive when editing.
- Fixed screenshots now shareable directly without saving first.
- Fixed share status settings not being saved.
- Fixed video attachments limited to Files app only - all sources now supported.
macOS 5.19 (Apr 8, 2026)
- New: Compose Suggestions Control - remove unwanted suggestions while composing by clicking the x next to a suggestion.
- Fixed folder creation failing due to duplicate name errors.
- Fixed Compose Toolbar text not displaying correctly in Icon + Text mode.
- General stability improvements and crash fixes.
All Canary Mail Updates in 2026: Every Release by Platform and Version
For full changelogs, see the Announcements hub.
iOS releases (Feb-Apr 2026)
Highlights: Compose suggestions control, inline image reliability, CC/BCC field fixes, and video attachment improvements.
- 5.18 (Feb 19): Inline image fix post-proofreading, duplicate compose window fix, Inbox Zero O365 fix, CC/BCC field fix.
- 5.19 (Apr 1): New compose suggestions control, calendar event save fix, screenshot sharing fix, video attachment fix.
macOS releases (Feb-Apr 2026)
Highlights: Compose suggestions control, Copilot reply header fix, sender order in threads, and Todoist reliability.
- 5.18 (Feb 20): Copilot reply header fix, sender thread order fix, theme switching fix, Send Again fix, Todoist fix.
- 5.19 (Apr 8): New compose suggestions control, folder creation fix, compose toolbar text fix, stability improvements.
Android releases (Feb-Mar 2026)
Highlights: Draft handling fixes, snooze search visibility, and stability improvements.
- 3.87 (Feb 10): Sent emails reopening as drafts fix, snoozed email search visibility fix.
- 3.88 (Mar 23): Draft handling fix, crash fixes and stability improvements.
Windows releases (Feb-Mar 2026)
Highlights: Unread filter fix, PDF loading fix, Gmail setup crash fix, and print reliability.
- 5.1.53 (Feb 10): Unread filter fix, crash fixes, print image fix, GMX send failure fix.
- 5.1.54 (Mar 24): Gmail account setup crash fix, PDF email loading fix, stability improvements.
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Canary Mail 2026 Updates by Platform and Version
What These Upgrades Mean for You
- Better compose reliability: Compose suggestions can now be dismissed permanently, giving you a cleaner drafting experience without distractions.
- Stronger sync and draft handling: Sent emails no longer reopen as drafts on Android, and snoozed emails reflect correctly in search - fewer surprises in your inbox.
- Smoother Windows experience: Unread filter now behaves correctly, PDF emails load properly, and Gmail account setup is more reliable.
- Cross-platform polish: Todoist reconnects cleanly on macOS, inline images stay intact after proofreading on iOS, and theme switching works correctly without caching old styles.
How These Updates Strengthen Canary Mail
Every release reinforces Canary Mail's commitment to privacy, cross-platform consistency, and reliable daily email management. Optional AI features including Copilot continue to improve alongside core fixes, so users who use AI get a better experience and users who do not still benefit from every stability update.
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Looking Ahead: What Is Next for Canary Mail
Canary Mail evolves with your feedback. If you would like to see what is coming next or share your own suggestions, explore the public boards:
- Feature Ideas - Vote or suggest new capabilities you would love to see.
- Product Roadmap - Follow upcoming milestones and track what the team is building next.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Canary Mail 2026 Updates
How often does Canary Mail ship new versions?
Every 4 to 6 weeks, with platform parity and stability as priorities.
Where can I find release notes for a specific version?
All versions are listed on the Announcements hub by date and platform.
What are the biggest improvements in early 2026?
Compose Suggestions Control on iOS and macOS, Windows unread filter reliability, and cross-platform draft handling fixes are the standout improvements from the first four months of 2026.
Is this page updated as new releases arrive?
Yes. This page will be updated with each new release throughout 2026. Bookmark it or check the Announcements hub for the latest notes.