futureme

FutureMe is a website that allows users to send emails to themselves that will be delivered at a future date. Users can write a message and then schedule it to be sent anywhere from a day to decades in the future. The service is free and has been in operation since 2001.

The primary purpose of FutureMe is to provide a tool for personal reflection, goal setting, and memory keeping. People use it to remind themselves of past ambitions, track progress on long-term projects, or simply to send a message of encouragement or advice to their future selves. Some users write about their current hopes and dreams, while others document their struggles and challenges, hoping their future selves will have overcome them. The anonymity of the service allows users to be candid about their thoughts and feelings.

To use FutureMe, a user simply visits the website, composes their message, selects a delivery date, and provides their email address. The website then stores the message and sends it on the scheduled date. FutureMe also offers options for sending anonymous messages or for making messages public, although this is less common. The service is designed to be simple and straightforward, making it accessible to a wide range of users. It serves as a unique digital time capsule for personal reflection and a reminder of one's journey.