Best Proton Mail Alternatives
The top-ranked Proton Mail alternative is Tutanota (Freemium).
Proton Mail is a privacy-focused email service with end-to-end encryption based in Switzerland, but storage limits, feature paywalls, and the need for the Proton Bridge for IMAP lead users to consider alternatives. People look for secure email with better pricing, features, or interoperability.
1Tutanota
FreemiumPrivacy-first encrypted email provider with an open-source client.
2Gmail
FreemiumGoogle's widely used free web-based email with powerful search and filters.
3Outlook
FreemiumMicrosoft's email service integrated with Office and calendars.
Fastmail
PaidA fast, ad-free email service with strong privacy and IMAP support.
Mailbox.org
PaidA German secure email provider with encryption and office tools.
Zoho Mail
FreemiumAn ad-free business email suite with a free tier and encryption.
StartMail
PaidA privacy-focused email service from the makers of Startpage.
Hey
SubscriptionOpinionated email service focused on taming the inbox.
iCloud Mail
FreemiumApple's email service integrated across its devices.
Skiff Mail
FreemiumEnd-to-end encrypted email and workspace with privacy focus.
Mailfence
FreemiumSecure, private email suite with encryption and digital signatures.
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Proton Mail alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to Proton Mail?
Tutanota is ranked first on this list (Freemium). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
Which Proton Mail alternatives work on Mac?
Tutanota, Outlook, Hey and iCloud Mail run on macOS.
Which Proton Mail alternatives work on Linux?
Tutanota run on Linux.
Are there Proton Mail alternatives for Android?
Yes: Tutanota, Gmail, Outlook and Fastmail have Android apps.
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