How to Set Up Proton Mail with Bridge + Add Users & Configure Apps

(Encrypted Email for Teams & Power Users)

Proton Mail is a secure, privacy-first email service based in Switzerland — perfect for professionals who value end-to-end encryption, data protection, and open-source tools.

This guide walks you through:

• Setting up your Proton Mail account

• Using Proton Mail Bridge with desktop email clients

• Adding users to your Proton Mail (for Proton Mail for Business or Visionary plans)

• Setting up Proton Mail on desktop & mobile apps

Step 1: Create Your Proton Mail Account

1. Go to https://proton.me/mail

2. Click Sign Up and choose a plan (Free, Mail Plus, Proton Unlimited, or Business)

3. Follow the steps to:

   • Create a secure username and password

   • Set up recovery email or phone

   • Verify your account (via email or CAPTCHA)

Proton Mail accounts include built-in encryption, anonymous signup, and no ads.

Step 2: Set Up Proton Mail Bridge (For Desktop Email Clients)

Proton Mail Bridge lets you use your Proton Mail account with desktop apps like:

• Outlook

• Apple Mail

• Thunderbird

• eM Client