MailPorter vs Email Forwarding
Email forwarding seems simple, but it has hidden problems. Here's why direct API import is the better choice.
The Problem with Email Forwarding
When you forward email, it appears to come from the forwarding server, not the original sender. This breaks SPF/DKIM authentication and can damage the original sender's reputation.
Forwarded emails often trigger spam filters because they come from an unexpected relay server. Important emails may end up in spam or be rejected entirely.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | MailPorter | Email Forwarding |
|---|---|---|
| Sender reputation | Preserved | Damaged by relay |
| Original headers | Fully preserved | Modified |
| Spam filter risk | Bypassed (API) | May trigger filters |
| Setup complexity | 2 minutes | Configure both ends |
| Historical emails | Imports all | New emails only |
| Gmail permissions | Write-only | N/A |
| Duplicate handling | Automatic detection | May duplicate |
| Cost | Free | Usually free |
How MailPorter Solves These Problems
Direct API Import
MailPorter fetches emails from your mail server and imports them directly into Gmail via the Gmail API. No forwarding relay in the middle.
Preserved Headers
Original email headers (including From, Date, Reply-To) are preserved exactly. The email appears in Gmail as if it was always there.
Bypass Spam Filters
API-imported emails are trusted by Gmail and bypass spam filtering. Your important emails won't get lost.
Switch from Forwarding to MailPorter
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