5 Reasons to Ditch Gmail for ProtonMail
Image: ProtonMail
You may assume that you have to rely on Google, Apple or Microsoft for fast and free email, but that’s not true. If you want to break away from the big tech giants, there are other options. One of those is ProtonMail.
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Many Gizmodo staffers rely on Gmail, but some of us also use ProtonMail, and we think it’s worth highlighting this lesser-known service. ProtonMail may lack the polish of its rivals, but it does have some advantages.
1. It’s fast and free
Screenshot: ProtonMail
Let’s start with the basics: ProtonMail has a free tier, and you’ll get your messages quickly. Those are two of the most important facets of any email service, and this one checks those boxes. The interface is slick and uncomplicated, even if it is a bit more basic than the apps offered by its big name rivals. It’s simple and clean, and keeps the focus where it should be: on your messages.