Opinion: Sorry, Gmail, I’m leaving you

Ezra Klein euthanized his Gmail account. Here's why.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 3, 2024 When Google unveiled Gmail 20 years ago, everyone wanted in — but you needed an invite, our Opinion columnist Ezra Klein writes. He remembers the thrill of finding one: "I felt lucky. I felt chosen." Photo Illustration by David Avazzadeh/Connected Archives A few months ago, he euthanized his Gmail account. Here's why. → Sign up for the Opinion Today newsletter Get expert analysis of the news and a guide to the big ideas shaping the world every weekday morning. Get it in your inbox ADVERTISEMENT Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018