Security

Proton Mail

Encrypted email from Switzerland. End-to-end encryption, no ads, no scanning your inbox. Gmail for people who value privacy.

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The honest take.

Encrypted email from Switzerland. End-to-end encryption, no ads, no scanning your inbox. Gmail for people who value privacy.

Who it's for.

Best for
General use across stages.
Avoid if
You need something very specific not covered here.

Our verdict.

FEWERTOOLS BEST SCORE · UNIVERSAL
62/100
Solid
58 category fit · 72 stack score · auto-derived
Recommended
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Where Proton Mail sits on the score ladder
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Score has been stable since this tool was reviewed. No pricing events logged.
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Proton Mail is solid. Encrypted email from Switzerland. End-to-end encryption, no ads, no scanning your inbox. Gmail for people who value privacy.

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