See the latest Canary Mail updates across macOS, iOS, Windows, and Android. This page highlights recent release notes, bug fixes, and product improvements, with links to the full official announcements.
Canary Mail is a secure cross-platform email client with optional AI, built to help you manage Gmail, Outlook, iCloud, IMAP, and Exchange accounts in one workflow across Mac, iPhone, iPad, Windows, and Android. AI is optional, so you can use Canary Mail as a familiar email client without changing how you normally work.
What Changed Recently in Canary Mail
Recent Canary Mail updates have focused on stability, Gmail account setup, PDF loading, draft handling, compose reliability, Inbox Zero behavior, search visibility, printing fixes, and cross-platform polish. The latest releases show a consistent pattern - fewer crashes, better draft handling, steadier filters and search behavior, and smoother day-to-day workflows across desktop and mobile.
Latest Updates
24 March 2026 | Windows 5.1.54
A maintenance-focused update to address key issues and improve overall stability.
- Fixed: Gmail Account Setup - Resolved a crash that could occur while adding a Gmail account
- Fixed: PDF Email Loading - Emails with PDF attachments now load correctly
- Fixed: Stability Improvements - Includes crash fixes and general reliability enhancements
Why this matters: Improves reliability for Gmail users setting up accounts on Windows and resolves a common PDF loading issue.
23 March 2026 | Android 3.88
A small maintenance update focused on fixing a key issue and improving overall stability.
- Fixed: Draft Handling - Sent emails no longer reopen as drafts
- Fixed: Stability Improvements - Includes crash fixes and general reliability enhancements
Why this matters: Better draft handling reduces friction in everyday mobile email workflows.
20 February 2026 | macOS 5.18
A focused update covering compose reliability, thread ordering, theme behavior, and productivity integrations.
- Fixed: Copilot Reply Header - Replies generated via Copilot now correctly fetch the sender name and email header in the compose window
- Fixed: Sender Order in Threads - The most recent sender now appears first in the inbox list
- Fixed: Theme Switching - Message editor no longer caches the previous theme after switching
- Fixed: Send Again - The Send Again action is now functioning correctly
- Fixed: Todoist Integration - Fixed connection errors that caused the Todoist integration to appear unavailable
Why this matters: Makes the Mac experience more dependable for threaded conversations, follow-up workflows, and productivity integrations.
19 February 2026| iOS 5.18
A focused update covering compose reliability, Inbox Zero visibility, and field behavior on iPhone and iPad.
- Fixed: Inline Image Handling - Attached inline images no longer disappear after proofreading a message
- Fixed: Compose Screen Issue - Creating a new email no longer opens duplicate compose windows
- Fixed: Inbox Zero for O365 - Inbox Zero now remains visible consistently when your inbox is empty
- Fixed: CC/BCC Fields - Email addresses entered in CC/BCC are no longer removed when tapping outside the field
Why this matters: Improves the reliability of writing, editing, and clearing email on iPhone and iPad.
10 February 2026| Android 3.87
Several behind-the-scenes fixes to improve stability and everyday usability on Android.
- Fixed: Last Sent Email Opening as Draft - Fixed an issue where recently sent emails could reappear as drafts
- Fixed: Snooze Visibility in Search - Snoozed emails now reflect correctly in search results
Why this matters: Search and compose feel more consistent, especially when you rely on snooze and follow-up workflows.
10 February 2026| Windows 5.1.53
A stability and reliability update addressing filtering, printing, and account-specific sending on Windows.
- Fixed: Unread Filter Behavior - Read emails no longer disappear when using Filter by Unread
- Fixed: Crash Fixes - Resolved crashes reported across startup and normal workflows
- Fixed: Email Printing Issue - Embedded images now stay intact when printing emails
- Fixed: GMX Send Failure - Improved handling of GMX send failures caused by header and policy restrictions
Why this matters: Strengthens reliability for filtering, printing, and account-specific sending on Windows.
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Recent Improvement Theme
Stability and reliability improvements
Recent updates focused heavily on crash fixes, general stability, and making core email actions more dependable across Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows.
Compose and draft handling
Several releases improved duplicate compose behavior, sender details, draft recovery, inline images, and CC/BCC handling - helping everyday writing workflows feel steadier.
Inbox, search, and filters
Inbox Zero visibility, snooze behavior in search, unread filter logic, and thread ordering all received fixes, making it easier to stay organized and find the right message faster.
Workflow integrations and platform polish
Recent updates also improved Todoist connectivity, PDF email loading, Gmail account setup, printing behavior, and account-specific edge cases such as GMX sending.
Canary Mail at a Glance
Canary Mail is a secure cross-platform email client for people who want a familiar workflow with more control. It works with existing accounts like Gmail, Outlook, iCloud, IMAP, and Exchange, and is especially useful for people managing multiple accounts across Mac, iPhone, iPad, Windows, and Android.
Optional AI, familiar workflow
Canary Mail includes AI tools for drafting, summarization, and productivity, but AI is optional. You can use Canary Mail as a familiar email client without changing the way you normally work. This matters because many people want a better email client, not an AI-first inbox.
Related Help and Trust Pages
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Yearly Recap Posts
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All Product Updates and Release Notes
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FAQ
What's new in Canary Mail?
Canary Mail is updated regularly across macOS, iOS, Windows, and Android. Recent updates have focused on stability, Gmail account setup, PDF loading, draft handling, compose reliability, Inbox Zero behavior, search, and everyday workflow fixes.
Where can I find full Canary Mail release notes?
You can find the full official release notes on the Canary Mail announcements page. This help page highlights recent updates and links to the full announcement archive.
How often does Canary Mail release updates?
Canary Mail publishes regular announcements as new releases ship across different platforms. The live announcements archive includes version-specific updates for Android, macOS, iOS, and Windows.
Which platforms receive Canary Mail updates?
Canary Mail publishes updates for macOS, iOS, Windows, and Android. Recent examples include Windows 5.1.54, Android 3.88, macOS 5.18, iOS 5.18, Android 3.87, and Windows 5.1.53.
Does Canary Mail include AI features?
Yes. Canary Mail includes optional AI features for drafting, summarization, and productivity. You can still use Canary Mail as a familiar email client with your normal workflow without using any AI tools.
Does Canary Mail work with Gmail, Outlook, and iCloud?
Yes. Canary Mail works with existing accounts such as Gmail, Outlook, iCloud, IMAP, and Exchange. It is an email client, not an email provider.