proton post, from the privacy-focused technology company Protonis a free third-party email option for those who want end-to-end encryption and want to focus on managing email ads. Proton has now revamped its mobile apps for iOS and Android, creating a new design that will make them more competitive with iOS Mail and Gmail.
Proton Mail’s mobile redesign includes a new codebase that supports iPhone and Android platforms, making app updates faster and easier. Proton reports that the new apps offer features such as scrolling and responding twice as fast as previous versions.
Proton’s privacy features include end-to-end encryption and various tools to filter spam, stop email tracking and delete marketing emails. Proton Mail has added additional features, including an email snooze function and an offline mode that allows users to browse, archive and compose new emails, all synchronized when the internet connection is restored.
“We’ve rebuilt everything from the ground up so encrypted email is now as fast and seamless as Apple Mail or Gmail, the biggest difference is that it doesn’t scan your inbox or generate revenue. I’ve been using the new apps for a while now and the speed improvement is real.”
“It’s good to see the iOS and Android apps updated, which could make them an even more attractive option for people looking to move from apps like Gmail and Yahoo Mail to a more privacy-focused solution,” Long said.
Proton Mail offers free and paid subscription levels, depending on how many features you want and whether you’re using it for commercial purposes.