Proton Mail employs:
Proton has recently been working on a dedicated standalone desktop application. As of late 2023 and into 2024, Proton has been rolling out a new desktop app available for Windows (and macOS/Linux). protonmail windows app
This creates a ProtonMail icon in your taskbar and Start Menu. It feels just like a native Windows app but runs entirely through your browser's secure engine. Proton Mail employs: Proton has recently been working
The author recommends reverse-engineering the app’s app.asar archive (after unpacking) to verify claims about telemetry and local storage encryption – as of 2026, Proton has not fully open-sourced the desktop client (only web client and mobile apps). It feels just like a native Windows app
Proton Mail now offers a , allowing you to access your encrypted email and calendar without a web browser. Previously, Windows users had to rely on the "Proton Mail Bridge" to use apps like Outlook; while that is still an option, the standalone app provides a more streamlined, "Proton-first" experience. 1. Download and Installation