SaneArchive: What it is and How to Use It Effectively
What is SaneArchive?
SaneArchive is a folder you might encounter in your SaneBox account. It serves two purposes, depending on when you signed up:
- For accounts created before July 24, 2019: It acted as an overflow folder when your total email count (Inbox + Sane folders) reached 5,000. Older emails would be automatically moved here to keep your main folders manageable.
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For accounts created after July 24, 2019: It can appear under two circumstances:
- SaneBox can’t locate a system archive folder in your email service.
- You’ve set a specific Sane folder to automatically archive emails to “@SaneArchive”.
Is SaneArchive for storing important emails?
No. SaneArchive is a temporary holding ground, not a long-term storage solution. It doesn’t impact SaneBox’s functionality.
What’s the best way to use emails in SaneArchive?
Once you’ve reviewed an email in SaneArchive, follow these best practices:
- Delete: If you don’t need it anymore.
- Archive: If you might need it later (outside of SaneBox folders).
- Create a custom folder: Similar to archiving but with a specific category (e.g., “Travel Receipts”).
Why do I still have a lot of emails in my Inbox?
SaneBox prioritizes your current emails. When you sign up, new emails go straight to the appropriate Sane folder. Older emails may take some time to process. SaneBox files them into relevant folders between 11 PM and 5 AM nightly until your Inbox is clear.
For accounts before July 24, 2019: Emails exceeding the 5,000 limit might have been moved to SaneArchive.
Want automatic archiving for older emails?
SaneBox offers tools to automatically archive emails after a set period. You can learn more here: “Have SaneBox automatically archive or trash non-Inbox emails for you”.
In summary, SaneArchive is a temporary storage space. Utilize SaneBox’s archiving features or custom folders for long-term email management.
Note for Comcast Customers
Comcast doesn’t have an archive folder by default so we’ll automatically turn on SaneArchive for you.