Proton has announced significant updates to its Proton Drive and Proton Docs services, including features that previously required alternatives like Google Drive and OneDrive.
Proton said the goal of these updates is to make workflows smoother, strengthen security, and offer a solid alternative to data-heavy services from larger tech companies. A major highlight of the release is improved team collaboration. Proton Drive now lets users create shareable links for files and folders, meaning that recipients don’t need a Proton account to access them.
This upgrade from Proton makes it simpler for teamwork by allowing easy information sharing with clients, partners, or other collaborators, irrespective of the tech they use. This capability also extends to Proton Docs, where users can share documents with people who might not use Proton services, which means secure co-creation and feedback gathering while maintaining strong encryption.
Moreover, Proton Docs users will now receive email notifications about new comments, replies, and suggestions on their documents. This real-time feedback system brings Proton to the level of Google Docs, which has had these features for years now. Even still, it’s nice to know that no important update is missed, which means more efficient team workflows.
The updates also improve platform compatibility, which will help push the reach of Proton Drive. The macOS application has been entirely redesigned, which means a revamped interface and a substantial performance upgrade. This is meant to double the speed of uploads and downloads.
The new user interface makes it easier to navigate, and the direct integration with the desktop menu bar simplifies file syncing progress monitoring, which improves the overall user experience. Better synchronization means files are accessible and editable directly from the user’s Finder, updating automatically across all devices and giving offline access to make sure there is continued productivity even without internet connectivity.
Prootn is a great alternative to the data-heavy practices of bigger tech companies. It’s got better privacy measures and now has new cross-platform support and improved collaboration features. This, alongside our review of the Proton Drive, presents a strong case for organizations and users looking for safer and more private cloud storage and collaboration options. Proton’s focus on end-to-end encryption, along with its Swiss servers, operates under strict privacy laws, and that makes sure user data stays private and safe from unauthorized access.
Going beyond macOS, Proton Drive now supports Windows devices that use ARM chipsets, like those in Microsoft Surface, HP, and Dell laptops. This addition lets more Windows users use secure cloud syncing, file backups, safe file sharing, and offline access. The integration with File Explorer gives ARM users a familiar and intuitive experience. Additionally, the Windows app now supports ten languages, which increases accessibility for a diverse audience and expands Proton’s global reach.
For Windows users with limited storage, Proton Drive introduces a new cloud feature, letting files stay in the cloud while remaining accessible locally. This is supposed to help users make the most of their storage space without losing access to files. This also gives a good solution for those who need extensive file access but lack the physical storage to keep all their data on their devices.
Proton has a free plan listed on its website that comes with 5GB of storage data, but if you want any more, you’ll have to pay. It’s hard to beat Google Drive prices listed on Google’s website, as Google charges $2.99 for 200GB (Proton charges $3.99) and $9.99 for 2TB (Proton charges the same for 500GB).
The prices can be overlooked because of the security Proton offers, and now these updates bring it closer to Google Drive. It’s a good time to try out Proton storage if you haven’t yet and are curious.
Source: Proton