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Google Workspace vs Proton Mail
Google Workspace offers Gmail with no zero-access encryption and is subject to data scanning for ads.
Short answer: Pick Google Workspace if you want business productivity suite; pick Proton Mail if you want encrypted email with Swiss privacy protection. Proton Mail has a free plan, paid from $3.99/month.
Which to pick
Pick Google Workspace if you want…
- Business productivity suite
Pick Proton Mail if you want…
- Encrypted email with Swiss privacy protection
Side by side
- What it is
- Google Workspace:Gmail, Docs, Drive and Meet for business
- Proton Mail:Proton Mail is an end-to-end encrypted email service that protects your messages with zero-access encryption.
- Best for
- Google Workspace:Business productivity suite
- Proton Mail:Encrypted email with Swiss privacy protection
- Who it’s for
- Google Workspace:—
- Proton Mail:Individuals and organizations seeking private, secure email communication.
- Pricing
- Google Workspace:Subscription
- Proton Mail:Freemium
- Starting price
- Google Workspace:—
- Proton Mail:$3.99/month (Mail Plus)
- Free plan or trial
- Google Workspace:—
- Proton Mail:Free plan (Proton Free) · Free trial
- Plans
- Google Workspace:—
- Proton Mail:Proton Free $0.00 · Mail Plus $3.99 per month · Proton Unlimited $9.99 per month
- Works with
- Google Workspace:—
- Proton Mail:Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo
Google Workspace features
Gmail, Docs, Drive and Meet for business
Proton Mail features
- Zero-access encryption. Emails are encrypted on your device and Proton cannot read them.
- Tracker blocking. Blocks email trackers to prevent senders from monitoring your activity.
- Easy import from other providers. One-click import and sync from Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, Apple and more.
- Custom domains & aliases. Add custom email domains and create unlimited hide-my-email aliases.
- Spam & phishing protection. PhishGuard filters phishing attempts and suspicious links.
- Cross-platform apps. Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS clients.
Google Workspace vs Proton Mail FAQ
What is the difference between Google Workspace and Proton Mail?+
Google Workspace offers Gmail with no zero-access encryption and is subject to data scanning for ads.
Should I use Google Workspace or Proton Mail?+
Pick Google Workspace if you want business productivity suite. Pick Proton Mail if you want encrypted email with Swiss privacy protection.
Is Google Workspace or Proton Mail free?+
Google Workspace is listed on DevHunt as a paid subscription. Proton Mail has a free plan (Proton Free); paid plans start at $3.99/month (Mail Plus).
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