A better secure data room option for businesses
Traditional virtual data rooms are built for billion-dollar deals and priced to match. Proton Drive is a fully end-to-end encrypted solution with secure sharing and access controls — all backed by Swiss privacy. Perfect for teams that need security without the complexity or costs.
What is a secure data room?
A secure data room is a protected online space for storing, managing, and sharing confidential and sensitive information, particularly for business acquisitions. It keeps unauthorized users from gaining access while allowing authorized users to collaborate seamlessly within a secure environment without risk of exposure.
Types of data rooms
Physical data rooms are secure in-person locations for sensitive business activities. While they still exist in highly regulated industries, most businesses have moved to virtual data rooms.
Virtual data rooms, also known as VDRs, take the same concept but bring it online. They’re purpose-built for complex, multi-party transactions such as M&A deals and come with features like Q&A modules, dynamic watermarking, granular permissions, and redaction tools. If you’re managing a sensitive multi-party deal with regulatory scrutiny, VDRs provide the necessary infrastructure, but this specialization is costly.
The simple and affordable secure data room
Not every deal needs the full infrastructure of a VDR. Proton Drive is an end-to-end encrypted file storage and sharing solution that lets you handle sensitive transactions securely, without VDR pricing.
Protected with end-to-end encryption
Proton Drive is fully end-to-end encrypted by default. Rest assured that all your files remain secure and accessible only to authorized users — not even Proton can read them.
Secure file sharing
Share files and folders with password protection and expiration dates, and revoke access whenever you need to. You decide who sees what, and for how long.
Activity monitor
Monitor user login activity with the built-in activity monitor. Export activity logs easily for compliance and audit reviews.
Built-in collaborative tools
Online docs and spreadsheetsare included in Proton Drive. Empower your team with secure collaborative tools that enable greater productivity.
Simplify compliance
Proton is ISO 27001 certified and SOC 2 Type II verified. Our secure infrastructure makes compliance with regulatory frameworks such as GDPR and HIPAA seamless.
Open source and independently audited
All our apps are fully open source and independently audited by third parties — you can trust our security promises by verifying them in our code.
Protected by Swiss privacy laws
Proton is headquartered in Switzerland, keeping your business data firmly in Swiss jurisdiction — home to some of the world’s strongest privacy laws.
24/7 priority support
Need help using Proton Drive as your virtual data room? Our Support team is available around the clock, with priority assistance for Proton for Business users.
Transparent pricing
Proton Drive has no hidden fees, no per-page charges, and no ads. Our Drive Professional plan gives you everything you need at a predictable monthly or yearly rate.
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Upload and organize your files
Drag and drop files of all sizes and types. Organize them by project, client, or deal.
Share securely
Share access via email or generate secure share links with password protection and expiration dates.
Secure data rooms for every team
Finance
Proton Drive keeps sensitive information protected with zero-access encryption throughout the due diligence process. Granular permissions keep you in control, letting you segment access so stakeholders only see what they’re meant to. Easily set expiration dates, password-protect shared links, and revoke access the moment a transaction completes.
Consultancies
Protect access to key business tools by managing credentials with an end-to-end encrypted password manager.
Law firms
Confidentiality is non-negotiable in legal work. Proton Drive works as a secure data room for your firm, allowing you to exchange confidential documents without worrying about unauthorized access. Granular permissions keep you in control throughout every case, allowing you to share or revoke access at any time.
Healthcare
Research data and patient information are highly sensitive and demand airtight security. Proton Drive is end-to-end encrypted by default, keeping all your stored files private and secure at all times. Extensive access controls enable safe sharing while supporting HIPAA compliance.
Proton Drive vs. virtual data rooms
Traditional VDRs have features designed for complex enterprise transactions and are priced to match. But more features don’t necessarily mean more value, especially if you’re paying for capabilities you’re unlikely to use. Proton Drive strikes a balance between value and security, making it the best alternative for secure data rooms.
| |  Proton Drive | Traditional VDRs | Standard cloud storage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default end-to-end encryption | Yes | No | No |
| Open source apps | Yes | No | No |
| Transparent flat-rate pricing | Yes | No | Varies |
| Password-protected share links | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Link expiration | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Granular permissions | Yes | Yes | No |
| Dynamic watermarking | No | Yes | No |
| Q&A workflows | No | Yes | No |
Share and exchange files securely with Proton Drive
Frequently asked questions about virtual data rooms (VDRs)
- How much does a virtual data room cost?
- Do my clients need a Proton Account to view files?
- How does a secure data room differ from standard cloud storage?