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Proton Mail

brew install --cask proton-mail v1.12.1

Native desktop client for encrypted Proton Mail email and calendar.

Why you might care

Provides end-to-end encryption for email by default, with Swiss legal protections and no ads or tracking. Good for users prioritizing email privacy who prefer a native app over webmail.

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