Proton vs Fastmail
Based on our analysis, Proton is the more privacy-respecting choice overall.
BACK →| Category | Proton | Fastmail |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | A · 88/100 | B+ · 79/100 |
| What they collect | Positive (90) | Mixed (74) |
| Who they share it with | Positive (82) | Mixed (76) |
| What you can do | Positive (84) | Positive (82) |
| What they promise | Positive (86) | Mixed (80) |
In plain English — Proton
Proton collects as little as technically possible, can't read your encrypted content even if asked, is governed by strict Swiss law, and gives you real control — the rare case where the privacy policy matches the privacy pitch.
View full analysis →In plain English — Fastmail
Fastmail is a paid email provider that doesn't sell your data or serve ads, has clear retention periods and a transparency report — but unlike Proton, staff can technically access your emails, data moves through US and Indian infrastructure, and IP logs are kept for a year.
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