MailMyCertificate vs Certify'em

Answer: MailMyCertificate is a free, open-source, standalone alternative to Certify'em. No Google Workspace Marketplace installation required, no certificate export limits, and all PDF generation happens locally in your browser — participant data never reaches a third-party server.

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MailMyCertificate vs Certify'em — feature comparison

The core difference: Certify'em is a Google Forms add-on that runs inside Google's infrastructure. MailMyCertificate is a standalone browser tool with no installation and no cloud processing of participant data.

MailMyCertificate vs Certify'em comparison
FeatureMailMyCertificateCertify'em
InstallationNo install — open in any browserGoogle Workspace Marketplace add-on
PricingFree forever (MIT open source)Free tier with limits; paid plans for higher volume
Certificate generation locationYour browser (local, private)Google cloud infrastructure
Template formatPNG or JPG imageGoogle Slides template
Data sourceCSV file or public Google Sheets URLLinked Google Form / Sheet
Google Workspace requiredNoYes (for add-on installation)
Open sourceYes — full code on GitHubNo
Account requiredNoYes
Export limitsNoneTier-dependent

How to switch from Certify'em to MailMyCertificate

  1. 1

    Export your participant list

    Open the Google Sheet linked to your Form. File → Download → CSV. This is your data source for MailMyCertificate.

  2. 2

    Prepare your certificate template

    Export your Google Slides certificate template as PNG/JPG, or design a new one in Canva. Leave the name and event fields blank.

  3. 3

    Upload template to MailMyCertificate

    Open MailMyCertificate in your browser (no install needed), upload the PNG/JPG template file.

  4. 4

    Import the CSV participant list

    Upload your CSV or paste your public Google Sheets URL. Map columns (name, email) to certificate fields.

  5. 5

    Generate and send

    Generate all personalized PDFs locally in your browser, then send via Gmail or download as ZIP.

When to use each

Choose MailMyCertificate when:

  • No Google Workspace account or add-on budget
  • Privacy matters — participant data must stay local
  • You need unlimited certificate exports for free
  • You already have data in CSV or any spreadsheet
  • You want an open-source, auditable tool
  • You prefer sending from your own Gmail account

Consider Certify'em when:

  • You want certificates triggered automatically on form submit
  • Google Slides template integration is important
  • Your team already uses Workspace heavily

Certify'em vs MailMyCertificate FAQ

Common questions about switching or choosing

What is Certify'em?

Certify'em is a Google Workspace Marketplace add-on that installs inside Google Forms. It generates certificates when a form is submitted, using templates stored in Google Slides. It requires a Google Workspace account and sends certificates from Google's infrastructure.

What is the main difference between MailMyCertificate and Certify'em?

Certify'em lives inside Google Forms and triggers on submission. MailMyCertificate is a standalone tool you open in any browser — import your existing data (CSV or Google Sheets), generate PDFs locally, and send via Gmail. No Google Workspace installation required.

Is MailMyCertificate free compared to Certify'em?

MailMyCertificate is MIT-licensed and completely free with no certificate cap. Certify'em has a free tier with limits — paid plans are required for higher certificate volumes.

Does MailMyCertificate require a Google Workspace account?

No. MailMyCertificate works with any Gmail account (personal or Workspace) for email delivery. For data import, you can use a CSV file or a publicly viewable Google Sheets URL — no Workspace subscription needed.

Which tool is better for privacy?

MailMyCertificate. All PDF generation happens locally in your browser using Web Workers. Participant data is stored in IndexedDB on your device only. Certify'em processes certificates on Google's cloud infrastructure.

Can I switch from Certify'em to MailMyCertificate?

Yes. Export your participant list from the linked Google Sheet as CSV. Design or export your certificate template as PNG/JPG (Canva or Google Slides). Import both into MailMyCertificate and generate your batch.

No add-on. No limits. Just open and generate.

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