Proton.me accounts

Proton Mail (accessible via proton.me/mail) is a Swiss‑based, end‑to‑end encrypted email service designed with a focus on privacy and security. Here’s what sets it apart:

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? Core Features

1. End‑to‑end & zero‑access encryption

All messages are encrypted on your device before being sent. Proton’s servers can’t read your emails or hand them over—only you (and intended recipients) have the keys  .

2. Strong privacy protections

Located in Switzerland, Proton falls under strict privacy laws (outside US/EU surveillance). They don’t track or serve ads, and encryption technology is automatic and open-source  .

3. Open-source & independently audited

Clients on web, iOS, Android, and Proton Bridge for desktop are open-source and regularly audited—providing transparency and trust  .

4. Built-in privacy tools

Password‑protected and self‑destructing emails (auto‑expire)  

Tracker and phishing protection, including link‑confirmation popups  

Two‑factor authentication including hardware keys  

5. Extra security: Proton Sentinel

Optional advanced protection against account takeover, combining AI-based threat detection with human analysts  .

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? Domain Options: @proton.me vs others

**@proton.me** — Default modern domain since 2022  

**@protonmail.com** — Legacy option, still available  

**@pm.me** — Shorter alias for paid users  

**@protonmail.ch** — For users who signed up before 2016  

All domains enjoy the same encryption, functionality, and privacy protections. Some users choose proton.me for simplicity, while pm.me offers brevity. Domain choice won’t affect your security  .

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? Plans & Ecosystem

Free plan: 1 GB storage, 150 emails/day, 1 address, basic features  

Plus / Unlimited: More storage, addresses, aliases, custom domains, Proton Bridge, desktop app, etc.  

Proton Scribe: AI writing assistant for paid users (free trial available); runs locally without compromising privacy  

Proton ecosystem: Includes Proton VPN, Drive, Calendar, Pass—all accessible through a single account  

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? Reputation & Reviews

Proton Mail is widely regarded as the top secure email service—praised for its interface, strong encryption, and Swiss jurisdiction. It's consistently ranked best among private email providers  .

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✅ In summary

Proton Mail is your choice if you care deeply about privacy, encryption, and data sovereignty. It's user-friendly yet strong on security—and its modern domain @proton.me wraps it all in a sleek, private package.