Proton Drive key facts
Last updated- Headquarters
- Switzerland (CH)
- Ownership
- Independent
- Deployment
- SaaS
- Open source
- No
- US Cloud Act exposure
- Low (no US parent)
- Replaces
- Dropbox, Google Drive, iCloud, Google Photos
About Proton Drive
Proton Drive is an end-to-end encrypted cloud storage service that protects files, filenames, and metadata on your device before upload, ensuring only you and chosen recipients can access your data. It supports secure file storage and sharing with passwords, expiring links, and the ability to revoke access at any time. Beyond storage, Proton Drive includes productivity tools like Proton Docs for real-time collaborative editing and Proton Sheets for encrypted spreadsheets. The service emphasizes privacy by default, is open source with independent audits, and is operated by Proton, which is based in Switzerland and highlights protection from US and UK jurisdiction.
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