Proton has launched Proton Workspace, a privacy suite that integrates email, documents, a VPN, a password manager, AI, and encrypted video calls. The offering, aimed at providing a secure alternative to mainstream services like Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, emphasizes end-to-end encryption across all its tools.
Proton Meet, a key component of the suite, utilizes the open-source Messaging Layer Security (MLS) protocol to ensure default end-to-end encryption for video calls. This positions Proton Meet as a more secure option compared to competitors such as Zoom and Google Meet, where encryption isn’t fully enforced by default.
Proton eliminates the need to sign up or provide an email to use Proton Meet, allowing users to host or join calls by simply generating a link. This feature aims to enhance privacy, particularly for users concerned about data tracking or collection.
Proton is recognized for its encrypted email service, which serves approximately 100 million users. The introduction of Proton Workspace is seen as an effort to consolidate its services into one comprehensive package, offering tools that include mail, calendar, document storage, and now, secure video conferencing.
Proton Meet supports up to 50 participants per call for free and restricts calls to one hour. A paid plan for professional users is available at $7.99 per month for additional features. The overall Proton Workspace Standard suite is priced at $12.99 per month if billed annually.
The suite is accessible on various platforms, including web, iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux. Users can schedule meetings directly within Proton Calendar, with compatibility for Google and Microsoft calendars as well.
