Hiri is a desktop email client developed by Hiri Ltd. specifically designed to help professionals reduce email overload and increase productivity by focusing on actionable tasks. Its core feature is a unique "Actionable Email" approach, separating emails into a focused "To Do" list and a "FYI" (For Your Information) section, along with a built-in task manager. This tool is primarily built for knowledge workers, managers, and anyone who feels overwhelmed by their inbox and wants to transform email into a more productive tool. Users typically open Hiri when they want to escape the constant distraction of a traditional inbox and process emails more deliberately. It supports Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, and Outlook.com accounts, and is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Why It’s Useful
Hiri offers a distinctly different workflow than standard email clients like Outlook or Gmail, actively encouraging users to process emails with a clear intent (Act, Respond, Delegate, Archive). For the project manager struggling with a chaotic inbox, Hiri's "Actionable Email" system helps prioritize urgent tasks and delegate responsibilities directly from an email. For the executive looking to minimize distractions and focus on strategic work, the separate "FYI" section ensures important but non-actionable information doesn't interrupt their workflow. Hiri offers a free 7-day trial, after which it requires a paid subscription for continued use. A subtle but powerful feature is its "Email Score," which nudges users towards better email habits by tracking how quickly they process emails and how often they send actionable messages. It's not more popular because its strict focus on actionable email requires a shift in user habits, and it primarily supports Microsoft email ecosystems, limiting its audience. Hiri is actively developed with regular updates and a clear roadmap, but it does not have a public plugin or community ecosystem.
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