I Switched to an Encrypted Email Provider, but I've Already Given Up
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Summary
The writer switched from Gmail to Proton Mail, an encrypted email provider, but quickly encountered obstacles that made them return to Gmail
Although Proton Mail has end-to-end encryption for maximum privacy, it requires both the sender and receiver to use the same service, meaning friends and colleagues would also have to switch
The service lacks the convenience and smooth ecosystem integration of Gmail, such as seamless sync support and easy email sorting
Proton Mail also has limited compatibility with third-party apps and services and the company’s other tools, like Proton Drive, don’t work together seamlessly
The only solution is to use Proton Mail Bridge (paid user only) with a third-party app, which is inconvenient and cumbersome
