Proton Drive vs Google Drive - Secure Cloud Storage

All files and metadata are encrypted on your device before upload — no one but you can access your data, not even Proton. Stored under Swiss privacy laws.

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Google Drive vs Proton Drive

See why privacy-conscious users are making the switch

The Privacy Problem

Google Drive

Google can access your files

No client-side encryption

Files used to train AI models

Integrated with Google's data collection

Subject to US government data requests

The Privacy Solution

Proton Drive

Client-side encryption before upload

Zero-knowledge - only you can access your files

Swiss data protection laws apply

Your files are never used to train AI

Secure file sharing with password protection

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Why Switch from Google Drive to Proton Drive?

When you store files on Google Drive, Google can access them. They scan your documents, can share data with authorities, and may use your files to train AI models. Your most sensitive documents deserve better protection.

Proton Drive encrypts your files before they leave your device, meaning only you can access them — not even Proton.

Key Benefits

Client-Side Encryption

All files are encrypted on your device before upload. The encryption keys never leave your control, so Proton cannot access your files even if they wanted to. File names, folder names, and all metadata are encrypted too.

Swiss Data Protection

Your encrypted files are stored in Switzerland under some of the world’s strongest privacy laws. No mass surveillance, no data sharing with foreign governments.

Proton Docs & Sheets

Create and collaborate on documents and spreadsheets with end-to-end encryption. Proton Docs and the new Proton Sheets (launched 2025) let you work together without exposing your data.

Photo Backup & Albums

Back up photos from your mobile device with automatic encryption. Organize with albums, migrate from Google Photos on Windows, and import local folders — all protected by E2E encryption.

Secure File Sharing

Share files and folders with encrypted links. Set passwords and expiration dates for shared links to maintain control over who accesses your data.

Desktop & Mobile Sync

Folder synchronization on macOS and Windows keeps your files in sync across all devices. The “Optimize Storage” feature manages disk space automatically.

Feature Comparison

Feature	Google Drive	Proton Drive
Client-Side Encryption	No	Yes
Zero-Knowledge Storage	No	Yes
Encrypted File Names	No	Yes
AI Training Opt-Out	Complicated	N/A (can’t access)
Swiss Privacy Laws	No	Yes
Encrypted Collaboration	No	Proton Docs & Sheets
Secure Sharing	Basic	E2E Encrypted
Open Source	No	Yes

How to Switch from Google Drive

1. Create your free Proton account using the button above
2. Download the Proton Drive app for desktop and mobile
3. Upload your important files — they’re encrypted automatically
4. Set up automatic photo backup on mobile
5. Migrate from Google Photos using the built-in import tool on Windows

Storage Plans

Proton Drive free tier includes 1 GB of encrypted storage with secure file sharing on web, desktop, and mobile. Paid plans offer up to 500 GB storage, priority support, and advanced sharing features.

Available on All Your Devices

Proton Drive works seamlessly across desktop, mobile, and web.

Desktop

Mobile

Zero-Knowledge Cloud Storage

All files, folder names, and metadata are encrypted on your device before upload. Proton has zero knowledge of what you store — your encryption keys never leave your control.

Collaborate Without Compromise

Share files with end-to-end encryption, collaborate on Proton Docs, and use Proton Sheets for encrypted spreadsheets — all without sacrificing your privacy.

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