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Proton Mail

Swiss encrypted email, with a free plan and apps on every platform.

Free planiPhoneAndroidMacWindowsLinuxWeb
PriceFree plan; Mail Plus about $4/month billed yearly
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Our verdict

The go-to for anyone who wants private, encrypted email without paying. Encryption means some conveniences, like third-party apps, are trickier.

Good
  • End-to-end and zero-access encryption
  • Free plan
  • Apps on web, mobile and desktop
Not so good
  • Custom domains need a paid plan

Best for

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