WEB.DE Email and Portal Services

WEB.DE is one of Germany's pioneer internet portals and email providers, founded in 1995. Originally established as a search engine and directory by brothers Michael and Matthias Greve in Karlsruhe, it quickly evolved into a comprehensive communication platform. The brand is synonymous with German internet history and is widely recognized for its 'Freemail' services.

Today, the brand is owned by United Internet AG, a major European internet service provider headquartered in Montabaur, Germany. United Internet acquired the portal business of WEB.DE in 2005. The service operates primarily out of data centers located within Germany, adhering to strict local data protection regulations, which remains a core part of its brand identity and marketing strategy.

Under the umbrella of United Internet, WEB.DE operates alongside its sister brand GMX. While it provides international standards of service, it remains deeply rooted in the German-speaking market, serving millions of active users with email, cloud storage, and news content.