Twenty years ago today, Google surprised the world by launching Gmail, offering a generous 1 GB of storage.
Initially mistaken for an April Fools’ Day joke, Gmail has since become an indispensable tool with over a billion users worldwide.
The journey from its humble beginnings to its current status as an internet giant is marked by significant milestones, including its transition from invitation-only to a fully public service in 2007.
Despite facing initial skepticism, Gmail’s revolutionary features, such as threaded conversations and powerful search capabilities, quickly garnered widespread acclaim.
Over the years, Gmail has undergone numerous updates and redesigns, evolving into the modern email service we know today.
From introducing features like ‘Undo Send’ in 2015 to recent AI-driven enhancements, Gmail continues to adapt to users’ needs while maintaining its core functionalities.
As Gmail celebrates its 20th anniversary, its enduring popularity and continued innovation underscore its pivotal role in shaping the way we communicate online.
