Gmail Alternative can refer to two different services: YAHOO and AOL. YAHOO is a web service provider that offers email, news, search, and other services. It has been around since 1994 and is one of the most popular web services in the world. AOL is an American web portal and online service provider that offers email, instant messaging, and web browsing services. It was founded in 1985 and is now owned by Verizon Media. Both YAHOO and AOL offer email services that are alternatives to Gmail.