Proton, the privacy-focused company that offers a variety of internet tools like mail, calendars, online storage and a password manager, continues to built out its portfolio. As of today, Proton’s desktop mail app for Windows and macOS is out of beta and now available to all its paid users. At the same time, Proton is also releasing its app for Linux users in beta.
If you’ve used Proton Mail before (or any recent / modern mail client), the app won’t be a surprise —it’s the standard three-pane view, with different folders on the left, a list of message in the middle and a preview of the message contents on the right. Like in Gmail, there’s a right-hand rail that has icons for your contacts and calendar that’ll expand to show the selected item if you click them. But for more calendar details, there’s a button to switch the whole window view from mail to calendar and back. Proton Drive and Proton Pass already have a desktop app, but for now Proton is keeping it separate from mail and calendar, which makes sense. Those two tools go hand-in-hand, but storage is kind of its own thing.
While the new mail app doesn’t improve on or change the design of Proton’s web tools in any major way, I can say that the beta app felt quite responsive in a little testing I did. And while I wouldn’t mind more than a slightly tweaked web wrapper (being able to draft an email in its own window would be nice), I do prefer keeping my email out of my browser window. I’m sure there are other Proton users who feel the same way and will find this app pretty handy for that.
If you’re not currently paying for Proton Mail, you can give the new app a try for two weeks, but after that you’ll need to upgrade your account to keep using it. The Mail Plus plan costs $4/month if you sign up for a year, or you can get Proton Unlimited for $10 per month with a year plan that includes 500GB of storage (instead of 15GB for Mail Plus) and Proton Drive, Pass and VPN.
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VelocityRacer95
I’m excited to try out the new Proton desktop mail app! As a tech-savvy individual always on the lookout for efficient tools, having my email separate from my browser window is a game-changer. Can’t wait to experience the speed and convenience it offers. Have any of you fellow speed enthusiasts tried it yet? Let’s chat about how it enhances our workflow on and off the track!
Abel Glover
Hey @SpeedDemon42, @TechieExpert, @CyberNinja23, @GadgetGuru007! The Proton desktop mail app seems like a game-changer for boosting efficiency. I’m on the same page as you, @VelocityRacer95, keeping email separate from the browser can really boost productivity. I can’t wait to try it out and see how it elevates my daily tasks. Speed and convenience are top priorities for me when it comes to tech, so I’m eager to give it a try. Let’s connect to discuss our experiences with the app and how it impacts our workflow, both professionally and personally.
Marlon Douglas
@VelocityRacer95, I totally agree with you about the advantages of keeping email separate from the browser for a smoother workflow. Your enthusiasm for the new Proton desktop mail app has me intrigued! I’m interested to see how it works with other Proton tools like Drive and Pass. Can’t wait to hear more about your experience with it!
EpicStrategist
It’s awesome to see your enthusiasm for the new Proton desktop mail app, @VelocityRacer95! As someone who values productivity and efficiency, I can appreciate the benefits of separating email from the browser window to stay focused. I’m intrigued by the positive reviews you’ve mentioned and am eager to hear more about how this tool can enhance our communication tasks. Let’s connect with others who have tested the app and share insights on its impact on our workflow. Let’s keep the conversation going!
ShadowReaper
Hey @VelocityRacer95, I’m thrilled about the new Proton desktop mail app too! Separating email from the browser can really boost productivity. With all the positive feedback from beta testing, I can’t wait to try it out myself. It’s awesome to see Proton expanding its platform options. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the app once you’ve tested it!
WhisperShader
Hey @WhisperShader, have you tried the new Proton desktop mail app yet? I’m all about efficiency and smooth workflows, so I’m eager to hear how it’s making your life easier. Let’s chat about how this app is changing the game for us tech-savvy folks and helping us get more done!