Yes. Proton Meet includes a free plan that lets you host video meetings at no cost. Participants can join using a meeting link, making it easy to connect with colleagues, clients, friends, and family.

Is Proton Meet a good Microsoft Teams alternative?

Yes. Proton Meet is a strong Microsoft Teams alternative for anyone looking for secure, straightforward video conferencing [/business/meet]. It provides the core features people expect from modern meeting software while prioritizing privacy through end-to-end encryption.

What are the best alternatives to Microsoft Teams?

There are many Microsoft Teams alternatives, but Proton Meet stands apart by making privacy the default. It offers the video conferencing features you need, including HD video, screen sharing, browser-based meetings, and easy guest access, while protecting every conversation with end-to-end encryption. Built by the team behind Proton Mail, Proton Meet combines a familiar meeting experience with the privacy millions of people already trust.

Why use end-to-end encrypted video conferencing?

End-to-end encryption [/learn/encryption]protects the contents of your meetings so that only participants can access them. This helps keep sensitive discussions private and reduces the risk of unauthorized access by third parties, service providers, or attackers.

The privacy-first Microsoft Teams alternative

Whether you're meeting with colleagues, clients, friends, or family, Proton Meet makes video calls simple, secure, and private.

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Proton Meet vs. Microsoft Teams

Unlike Microsoft Teams, Proton Meet puts privacy at the center of every meeting. All of your calls are protected with end-to-end encryption, helping ensure your conversations stay between participants.

Compare with:

Proton Meet vs. Microsoft Teams
Host 250 participants	Yes	Yes
	Proton Meet	Microsoft Teams
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Host 24 hour calls	Yes	Yes
Available on web, desktop, mobile	Yes	Yes
Screensharing	Yes	Yes
Live chat messaging	Yes	Yes
Call without an account	Yes	No
End-to-end encryption by default	Yes	No
Open source	Yes	No
Based in Europe	Yes	No
Part of an encrypted suite	Yes	No
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Choose a more private alternative to Microsoft Teams

With end-to-end encryption built in, Proton Meet ensures your conversations stay between you and the people you're speaking with.

Encrypt every call

Microsoft Teams only supports end-to-end encryption for 1-to-1 calls, while Proton Meet end-to-end encrypts every call by default, including group meetings with up to 250 participants.

Keep your data yours

Many apps like Microsoft Teams collect data about how you use their services. Proton Meet is built around privacy, not data collection. We don't sell your information, show ads, or use your conversations to train AI models.

Meet in seconds

Create a meeting, share a link, and start talking. Guests can join directly from their browser without creating an account, downloading software, or signing up for Proton.

Join from anywhere

Use Proton Meet on desktop, mobile, or the web. Whether you're working remotely, traveling, or catching up from home, you'll get reliable, high-quality video on every device.

Stay in control

Share your screen, lock meetings, manage participants, blur your background, and reduce unwanted noise. Everything you need for focused, productive conversations.

European privacy laws

Proton is headquartered in Europe, where some of the world's strongest privacy protections help safeguard your personal and professional communications.

Built on a mission

Unlike companies whose business models depend on collecting user data, Proton is supported by paid subscriptions. That means our incentives are aligned with yours: protecting your privacy.

Secure meetings for every business

Confidential discussions deserve strong protection. Proton Meet helps teams communicate with clients, partners, and colleagues without exposing sensitive information to unnecessary risk.

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Frequently asked questions about Proton Meet

Is Proton Meet free?: Yes. Proton Meet includes a free plan that lets you host video meetings at no cost. Participants can join using a meeting link, making it easy to connect with colleagues, clients, friends, and family.
Is Proton Meet a good Microsoft Teams alternative?: Yes. Proton Meet is a strong Microsoft Teams alternative for anyone looking for secure, straightforward video conferencing. It provides the core features people expect from modern meeting software while prioritizing privacy through end-to-end encryption.
What are the best alternatives to Microsoft Teams?: There are many Microsoft Teams alternatives, but Proton Meet stands apart by making privacy the default. It offers the video conferencing features you need, including HD video, screen sharing, browser-based meetings, and easy guest access, while protecting every conversation with end-to-end encryption. Built by the team behind Proton Mail, Proton Meet combines a familiar meeting experience with the privacy millions of people already trust.
Why use end-to-end encrypted video conferencing?: End-to-end encryption protects the contents of your meetings so that only participants can access them. This helps keep sensitive discussions private and reduces the risk of unauthorized access by third parties, service providers, or attackers.