I was also under the impression that Proton was a non-profit, but learned from the Reject Convenience video linked that they are, in fact, a for-profit company. Not trying to advocate for using or not using it, just sharing my learnings.
I was also under the impression that Proton was a non-profit, but learned from the Reject Convenience video linked that they are, in fact, a for-profit company. Not trying to advocate for using or not using it, just sharing my learnings.
Exactly, Proton AG is a for‑profit company that earns revenue through subscriptions.
Proton Foundation is a nonprofit entity that owns a controlling stake in Proton AG. The nonprofit structure is designed to protect the company from being fully acquired by outside investors who might compromise its principles.
So essentially, Proton operates as a for-profit business, but its mission is safeguarded by the nonprofit foundation.