Show HN: TriageBox – AI checker for Gmail that flags phishing and clutter

TriageBox launched as a free Chrome extension that scans Gmail for phishing and suspicious emails while helping users clear inbox clutter, per a Show HN post from the creator. The tool uses AI to identify potentially dangerous messages and organize mail automatically.

The extension works directly within Gmail as a Chrome add-on, analyzing incoming messages to flag security threats and low-priority emails. According to the creator, it is free and currently open to user feedback, suggesting an early-stage release aimed at gathering initial reactions and bug reports.

TriageBox addresses a common pain point: email inboxes simultaneously under threat from phishing attacks and overwhelmed with clutter. Phishing remains a leading attack vector for credential theft and malware distribution, while email overload reduces productivity. By automating the detection and triage of both threats and noise, the tool aims to reduce manual sorting and security vulnerabilities in a single workflow.

The extension represents a growing category of AI-powered email management tools. Similar products have attempted to combine security scanning with inbox optimization, though adoption often depends on ease of use and false-positive rates. The free model and browser-based approach lower barriers to trying the product, though the creator's openness to feedback suggests the detection accuracy and feature set remain under development.