Are you looking for a reliable cloud storage provider to back up your important photos, documents, and videos? Proton Drive is an established service with plenty to offer.
You may recognise Proton from its encrypted e-mail service, Proton Mail, and its VPN service, Proton VPN. Proton Drive is one part of Proton’s wider range of online services.
Proton Drive gives you 5GB of storage free of charge, which is enough for basic use or for trying the service before committing to a paid plan.
Based in Switzerland, Proton benefits from the country’s strict privacy laws and offers a straightforward, user-friendly way to store your files securely on your computer or mobile device.
Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS are all supported, and you can also sign in directly through any Web browser.
End-to-end encryption comes as standard with Proton Drive. This means that even Proton can’t read your files, and you can safely deal with sensitive documents.
You can also set up automatic file syncing, so files on your device are automatically synchronised with those in the cloud, helping you create a reliable backup system.
If you need to share files, you can send private links to recipients, set passwords, and add expiry dates, keeping you firmly in control.
There’s also a built-in online word processor and spreadsheet editor, allowing you to create and edit documents directly in the cloud.
Proton Drive works particularly well alongside Proton’s other services, including Mail, VPN, and Calendar.
Paid plans are available if you need more storage and access to a wider range of advanced features.