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) - Firefox Add-On

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.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
By: Gitladen7
Daily users: 459
-9
Version: 1.10.0 (Last updated: 2020-03-09)
Version code: 4978826
Creation date: 2019-10-09
Weekly download count: 11
Firefox on Android: No
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

Other platforms

ProtonMail (unofficial) (v1.10.0)
1,000 3.42 (12)
Not available on Android
ProtonMail (unofficial) (v1.10.0)
1,271 5.00 (2)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
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
User reviews
by Thomas4280, 2025-03-06


Doesn't work anymore. But thanks anyway !
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

ProtonMail (unofficial) requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

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Risk likelihood analysis details
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