Proton Mail
Proton Mail is a secure, privacy-focused email service developed by Proton AG, based in Switzerland. It uses end-to-end encryption and zero-access encryption to protect user data from unauthorized access, including by Proton Mail itself. The service is accessible via web browsers and mobile apps, offering features like self-destructing messages and no-logs policies.
Developers should learn about Proton Mail when building applications that require secure communication, such as in healthcare, finance, or activism contexts where data privacy is critical. It's useful for implementing email functionalities with enhanced security measures, like encrypting sensitive user notifications or integrating with privacy-compliant systems under regulations like GDPR.