Manx Telecom is ending its free Manx.net email service, transferring it to provider Junara in a move that will see users charged for the first time.
As of today, Junara will take full control, requiring customers to pay to keep their addresses.
Gary Lamb, CEO, Manx Telecom, said: “We have been proud to support the Island community with Manx.net for more than two decades.
“Transitioning the service to Junara, who already power the platform, ensures customers can continue using their @manx.net email address with specialist management.
“This change protects customers and the service itself for the long term, while Manx Telecom continues to focus on fibre broadband, mobile networks, and business connectivity for the Isle of Man.”
Security Warning
The transition has prompted a security warning.
Mike Haywood, Director of the Cyber Security Centre for the Isle of Man, said: “Major service transitions are moments when scammers try to exploit uncertainty.
“We’re urging everyone to be vigilant — Manx Telecom will never send clickable links about this change. Always go directly to www.manx.net by typing it yourself into your browser.”
Users must register directly at www.manx.net between October 21 2025 and January 20 2026 and can choose a plan costing £65 per year or £6.50 per month.
Accounts not registered and paid for by the January 20 2026 deadline will be suspended, entering a grace period before permanent deletion on April 21 2026.