IN THE FIELD GUIDE
proton
proton.me
Proton is a privacy-focused software suite offering encrypted email, VPN, cloud storage, password management, and collaboration tools. It is based in Switzerland and emphasizes end-to-end encryption and strong privacy laws to protect user data.
THE PRODUCT, BEYOND THE PITCH
Editorially reviewed · Sources checked Sep 16, 2026
A good fit for
- Individuals and businesses seeking privacy-focused communication and collaboration tools.
- Users wanting to switch from mainstream providers to privacy-respecting services easily.
Know the limitations
- Free plan includes only 1 GB storage and 1 encrypted email address.
- Some advanced features and higher storage limits require paid plans.
What you can do
- Private email communication with spam and tracking protection.
Features
- End-to-end encrypted email and calendar services.
- End-to-end encrypted cloud storage with file sharing and collaboration.
- Encrypted password manager that syncs across devices and alerts to breaches.
- Secure authenticator app for syncing and backing up two-factor authentication codes.
- End-to-end encrypted video meetings with team collaboration features.
Integrations
Not confirmed yet.
Platforms & data export
- Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android platforms.
- Supports importing emails, contacts, and calendars from Google and Outlook.
THE COST FOR YOUR TEAM
Go beyond the starting price.
Published plan prices for your team size and usage. Results update as you type. Taxes, currency conversion and unlisted add-ons are excluded, and anything the source did not state is called out rather than guessed.
Known monthly subtotal
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1 of 1 tools could not be priced with these inputs, so this is not the full cost.
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A practical workflow
- Create a free Proton account to start using encrypted services.
- Move emails, contacts, and calendars from other providers to Proton with a few clicks.
Based on the sources below. Editorial review does not imply hands-on product testing.
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