Himalaya is a terminal-based email client that brings full email management to the command line. Whether you're a developer, system administrator, or power user who prefers working in the terminal, this tool eliminates the need for bulky GUI email clients while maintaining complete functionality.

Key capabilities include:

Multi-account support with interactive setup wizard or TOML configuration
Multiple backends: IMAP, Maildir, Notmuch, SMTP, and Sendmail
Security features: PGP encryption, OAuth2 authentication, and system keyring integration
Popular provider support: Gmail, Proton Mail, Outlook, iCloud Mail, and others
Flexible output: JSON export for scripting and automation
Editor integration: Compose messages using your preferred text editor
Attachment handling: Full support for adding and managing attachments

The tool is particularly valuable for automation and scripting tasks, checking mail on remote servers, and managing multiple email accounts without leaving your terminal. Credentials are securely stored using your system's keyring, and you can configure accounts either through an interactive wizard or by manually editing configuration files. Himalaya is written in Rust and available across Linux, macOS, and Windows with multiple installation methods including Homebrew, Cargo, and package managers.