ProtonMail (unofficial)

Unofficial ProtonMail extension. Provides notifications and makes it possible to close the ProtonMail tab, and even the browser, without getting logged out.
ProtonMail (unofficial) is a Firefox plugin designed to enhance user experience with ProtonMail, a secure email service. Features of the add-on include unread email badges, notifications for new emails, persistence of user sessions, and the ability to view a list of unread emails within the extension. Persistent sessions can be saved to the browser's memory or disk. It enables user convenience by ensuring the ProtonMail tab isn't necessarily required to be open for ongoing Mail activity.
Manifest V2
By:
Gitladen7
Daily users:
426 1
Rating:
3.61
(23)
Version:
1.10.0 (Last updated: 2020-03-09)
Version code:
4978826
Creation date:
2019-10-09
Permissions:
  • https://mail.protonmail.com/*
  • https://old.protonmail.com/*
  • https://beta.protonmail.com/*
  • https://app.protonmail.ch/*
  • https://protonirockerxow.onion/*
  • tabs
  • storage
  • cookies
  • notifications
  • webRequest
  • See more
Size:
195.21K
Full description:
See detailed description
Updated:
a day ago

Other platforms

ProtonMail (unofficial) (v1.10.0)
1,000+ 3.42 (12)
ProtonMail (unofficial) (v1.10.0)
1,273+ 3.70 (3)

User reviews

Pros
  • Convenient to use ProtonMail on desktop without repeatedly entering credentials and 2FA
  • Enhances speed of ProtonMail web app
  • Notification feature was appreciated when it worked
Cons
  • Doesn't work consistently or at all for many users
  • Fails to recognize the 'mail.proton.me' domain
  • Issues with logging in and account recognition
  • Problems with notifications, often ceasing to function
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work or has stopped working
  • Notification issues
  • Account recognition problems
  • Requires adjustments to browser settings to function properly
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews

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Add-on safety

Risk impact
High risk impact

ProtonMail (unofficial) requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Low risk likelihood

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