Proton has recently introduced a privacy-centered alternative to Google Workspace and Microsoft 365.

      Google and Microsoft have long dominated the workplace productivity sector, but they have also established their businesses around your data. Proton is no longer sitting idly by. On March 31, 2026, Proton officially introduced its own workspace alternative known as Proton Workspace, which is very straightforward.

      According to Proton, their Workspace is a fully integrated productivity suite designed to provide businesses with a true, encryption-centric alternative to those offered by major tech corporations.

      What sets Proton Workspace apart?

      Proton Workspace encompasses several essential tools that people already incorporate into their digital routines. These include Proton Mail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, VPN, and Pass. It is available in two plans: Standard at $12.99 per month (billed annually) and Premium at $19.99 per month.

      With the Premium plan, you also receive 3TB of storage, increased limits for video calls, and access to Lumo, the company's privacy-oriented AI assistant. The highlight feature, in my opinion, is Proton Meet, a newly introduced encrypted video conferencing tool.

      It employs end-to-end encryption through the Messaging Layer Security (MLS) protocol. This ensures that not even Proton can eavesdrop on conversations. Notably, Proton allows anyone to host or join a meeting, even without an account. This functionality makes it particularly advantageous for journalists, activists, or anyone needing to keep their discussions private.

      Why is this important for businesses?

      The practical benefits are quite clear. Proton Mail manages encrypted emails, Drive and Docs facilitate file storage and collaboration, and Meet handles video calls; all under one subscription. For teams managing sensitive client information—such as public relations departments in multinational corporations—this provides a significant operational advantage.

      The company is compliant with GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA, which is crucial for professionals in healthcare, legal, or financial sectors. Additionally, operating under Swiss jurisdiction means adhering to some of the strictest privacy laws worldwide. Clearly, Proton is keen to capitalize on privacy—a focus that Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 do not prioritize as aggressively.