Who We Are

Meet Thunderbird

Thunderbird is a free and open-source software project founded in 2003 to make communicating and collaborating better. We are supported by the talent and generosity of thousands of individuals and part of the Mozilla family. Essential values guide us and make our work relevant. Read further to learn more.

Guided by Values

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Anyone can help make Thunderbird better. Programmers can contribute features they are passionate about or improve the existing code. Those who are multilingual can make Thunderbird accessible to everyone. Those willing can test new versions of Thunderbird and document issues. There are many ways to become part of a thriving community that makes Thunderbird unique. And if you don't have the time to volunteer, you can help support our work with a financial contribution.

Governed by Contributors

The Thunderbird Project is guided by the Thunderbird Council, an elected body functioning much like a board of directors for an open-source project. Established in 2014, this council is elected by contributors and acts as their voice in determining Thunderbird's strategic direction and goals. The Council oversees funds, approves budgets, and shapes the product roadmap, ensuring Thunderbird remains true to its core values.

Part of the Mozilla Family

Thunderbird operates in a separate, for-profit subsidiary of the Mozilla Foundation. This structure gives us the flexibility to offer optional paid services to sustain Thunderbird’s development far into the future.

We have a growing team of talented employees who develop and maintain Thunderbird, collaborate with our community and partners, and work to deliver Thunderbird to users around the world.