Apple Boosts Custom Email Slots in iCloud+ to Ten

Why Apple Raised the Limit

Apple has raised the limit for personalized email addresses that can be created with custom domains linked to i Cloud+. Previously capped at three, the new cap allows users to generate up to ten unique addresses, offering greater flexibility for personal and professional use.

How to Set Up Your New Addresses

The change is part of Apple’s ongoing effort to enhance i Cloud+ services, which already let customers host their own domain names instead of the default i Cloud.com or mac.com addresses. By expanding the number of permissible addresses, Apple aims to make its email platform more competitive with other providers that offer unlimited custom email aliases.

What This Means for Privacy and Security

Apple’s decision follows feedback from users who found the three‑address restriction limiting. Many small businesses and freelancers use i Cloud+ to manage multiple email identities under a single domain. The increase to ten addresses provides a more practical range for managing separate inboxes for different roles or projects. It also aligns with industry standards, where competitors routinely offer unlimited custom aliases or higher caps.

After updating to the latest iOS or macOS version, users can add new custom email addresses through the Settings app. The process remains unchanged: the user selects „Custom Email Address,” enters the desired alias, and confirms that the domain is already connected to i Cloud+. The new limit is automatically applied, allowing up to ten distinct aliases per domain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Apple continues to emphasize privacy in its email service. Each custom address remains encrypted and protected by i Cloud’s end‑to‑end security. The increase in address count does not alter the underlying security model; users still benefit from the same safeguards that prevent third‑party access to email content. This expansion therefore offers greater convenience without compromising privacy.