Gmail Generator
Generate alternative email addresses, for free, using Gmail's DOT trick. All emails sent to the following email addresses will appear in your inbox.
The fastest way to generate alternative email addresses on Gmail
Explore variations of your Gmail address effortlessly with our free Gmail generator tool. Enter your email, and we'll create alternative addresses for you. It's a handy way to customize your email without changing your primary address. Give it a try - simple and free!
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How it works
Learn why and how to generate email addresses in Gmail with our 1-min video tutorial.
Questions & answers about Gmail Generator
Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about our Gmail generator tool:
What is the Gmail dot trick?
Gmail ignores every dot (.) in the local part of a @gmail.com address. That means [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected] all deliver to the same inbox. You can use this to create unlimited aliases for the same account.
Does the Gmail dot trick still work in 2026?
Yes. The dot rule is a core part of Gmail’s username handling and hasn’t changed. It works for personal @gmail.com accounts, @googlemail.com, and Google Workspace (custom domain) accounts where the admin hasn’t disabled it.
How do I use the Gmail generator?
Enter your existing Gmail address (for example [email protected]) and click Generate. The tool produces every valid dot variation instantly — all deliver to the same inbox, so you can pick one to use as an alias.
What's the difference between the dot trick and the plus trick?
Both create aliases that route to the same inbox. The dot trick ([email protected]) hides that the address is an alias. The plus trick ([email protected]) adds a visible suffix that makes filtering easier but is sometimes stripped or blocked by web forms.
Does this tool support the + sign?
Yes. If you enter an address like [email protected], we preserve the +signups part and generate dot variations around the local name. That lets you combine both tricks.
What can I use Gmail aliases for?
Common uses include:
- Filter and label automatically — give each signup a unique alias and set up a Gmail filter
- Track who leaks your address — if
[email protected]starts receiving spam, you know where it came from - Separate work, personal, and subscriptions — without creating multiple accounts
- Sign up twice to services that only allow one account per email
Can I send email from a Gmail alias?
Dot and plus aliases only work for receiving email — Gmail still shows your canonical address as the sender. If you need to send from a different address, add a proper “Send mail as” alias in Gmail Settings → Accounts, or use a separate Workspace account.
Does it work with other email providers?
No. The dot trick is Gmail-only and applies to @gmail.com, @googlemail.com, and Google Workspace accounts. Outlook, Yahoo, iCloud, and most other providers treat dots as part of the address — [email protected] and [email protected] are two different mailboxes.
Is this Gmail alias generator safe?
Yes. The tool runs entirely in your browser. We don’t store, log, or transmit any email address you enter.
Will using aliases hurt my deliverability?
No. Aliases are a receive-only feature — they don’t affect your sender reputation. If you send cold outreach or newsletters, use Mailmeteor to keep your sending volume, authentication, and list hygiene in check.