Proton
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Securityend-to-end-encryptionprivacyemailvpnpassword-manageropen-sourcecloud-storage
About
Proton is a Swiss-based privacy platform offering end-to-end encrypted email, cloud storage, password management, VPN, calendar, and video conferencing under a single account. Founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN, Proton is built on open-source, independently audited software and backed by Swiss privacy laws. It serves over 100 million users and more than 100,000 businesses worldwide.
Problem
Mainstream tech companies exploit user data through surveillance and ad-based business models, leaving users with little control over their personal information.
For
Individuals and businesses seeking private, encrypted alternatives to mainstream tech services
How it works
Proton provides a suite of encrypted services — mail, drive, VPN, calendar, pass, and video — all accessible via one account, with end-to-end and zero-access encryption ensuring even Proton cannot read user data.
Business model
freemium
Status
launched
Company
Proton AG
Launched
2014