all-in-one privacy solution":["Proton Unlimited ist eine All-in-One-Datenschutzlösung"],"Black Friday":["Black Friday"],"No ads. Privacy by default.":["Keine Werbung. Privatsphäre als Standard."],"People before profits":["Menschen sind uns wichtiger als Gewinne"],"Security through transparency":["Sicherheit durch Transparenz"],"The best Proton Mail ${ BLACK_FRIDAY } deals":["Die besten Proton Mail-Angebote zum ${ BLACK_FRIDAY }"],"The world’s only community- supported email service":["Der weltweit einzige von der Community unterstützte E-Mail-Dienst"]},"specialoffer:limited":{"${ hours } hour":["${ hours } Stunde","${ hours } Stunden"],"${ hoursLeft }, ${ minutesLeft } and ${ secondsLeft } left":["Nur noch ${ hoursLeft }, ${ minutesLeft } und ${ secondsLeft }"],"${ minutes } minute":["${ minutes } Minute","${ minutes } Minuten"],"${ seconds } second":["${ seconds } Sekunde","${ seconds } Sekunden"],"Limited time offer":["Zeitlich befristetes Angebot"]},"specialoffer:listitem":{"Create multiple addresses":["Erstelle mehrere Adressen"],"Hide-my-email aliases":["Hide-my-email-Aliase"],"Quickly unsubscribe from newsletters":["Newsletter schnell abbestellen"],"Use your own domain name":["Verwende deine eigene Domain"]},"specialoffer:logos":{"As featured in":["Vorgestellt in"]},"specialoffer:metadescription":{"Get an encrypted email that protects your privacy":["Nutze einen verschlüsselte E-Mail-Dienst, der deine Privatsphäre schützt"]},"specialoffer:metatitle":{"Proton Mail Black Friday Sale - Up to 40% off":["Proton Mail Black Friday-Angebot – Bis zu 40 % Rabatt"]},"specialoffer:newmetadescription":{"Get up to 40% off Proton Mail subscriptions this Black Friday. Find great deals on our secure end-to-end encrypted email plans.":["Erhalte an diesem Black Friday bis zu 40 % Rabatt auf Proton Mail-Abonnements. Mache tolle Schnäppchen bei unseren sicheren, Ende-zu-Ende-verschlüsselten E-Mail-Abonnements."]},"specialoffer:newmetatitle":{"Proton Mail Black Friday sale | Up to 40% off secure email":["Proton Mail-Black-Friday-Angebot | Bis zu 40 % Rabatt auf sichere E-Mails"]},"specialoffer:note":{"* Billed at ${ TOTAL_SUM } for the first year":["* Zum Preis von ${ TOTAL_SUM } im ersten Jahr"],"*Billed at ${ TOTAL_SUM } for the first 2 years":["*Zum Preis von ${ TOTAL_SUM } in den ersten zwei Jahren"],"30-day money-back guarantee":["30-tägige Geld-zurück-Garantie"],"Billed at ${ TOTAL_SUM } for the first 2 years":["Zum Preis von ${ TOTAL_SUM } in den ersten zwei Jahren"],"Billed at ${ TOTAL_SUM } for the first year":["Zum Preis von ${ TOTAL_SUM } im ersten Jahr"],"You save ${ SAVE_SUM }":["Du sparst ${ SAVE_SUM }"]},"specialoffer:off":{"${ DISCOUNT } off":["− ${ DISCOUNT }"],"${ PERCENT_OFF } off":["− ${ PERCENT_OFF }"]},"specialoffer:testimonial":{"I love my ProtonMail":["Ich liebe mein ProtonMail"],"My favorite email service":["Mein Lieblings-E-Mail-Dienst"],"Thanks Proton for keeping us all safe in the complicated internet universe.":["Danke Proton, dass du uns alle im komplizierten Internet-Universum beschützt."],"You get what you pay for. In the case of big tech, if you pay nothing, you get used. I quit using Gmail and switched to @ProtonMail":["Du bekommst, wofür du bezahlst. Wenn du nichts bezahlst, wirst du bei der Nutzung von Big Tech ausgenutzt. Ich habe Gmail aufgegeben und bin zu @ProtonMail gewechselt"]},"specialoffer:time":{"Days":["Tage"],"Hours":["Stunden"],"Min":["Min."]},"specialoffer:title":{"And much more":["Und vieles mehr"],"Make your inbox yours":["Übernimm volle Kontrolle über deinen Posteingang"],"Safe from trackers":["Sicher vor Trackern"],"Stay organized":["Sorge für Ordnung"],"Black Friday email deals":["E-Mail-Angebote zum Black Friday"],"Don’t just take our word for it":["Verlasse dich nicht nur auf unser Wort"],"Our story":["Unsere Geschichte"],"Transfer your data from Google in one click":["Übertrage deine Daten von Google mit einem Klick"]},"specialoffer:tooltip":{"Access blocked content and browse privately. Includes ${ TOTAL_SERVERS }+ servers in ${ TOTAL_COUNTRIES }+ countries, connect up to 10 devices, access worldwide streaming services, malware and ad-blocker, and more.":["Greife auf blockierte Inhalte zu und surfe privat. Umfasst ${ TOTAL_SERVERS } Server in über ${ TOTAL_COUNTRIES } Ländern, die Verbindung \nvon bis zu 10 Geräten, weltweite Streaming-Dienste, Malware- und Werbeblocker und mehr."],"Easily share your calendar with your family, friends or colleagues, and view external calendars.":["Teile deinen Kalender ganz einfach mit Verwandten, Freunden oder Kollegen und rufe externe Kalender auf."],"Includes support for 1 custom email domain, 10 email addresses, 10 hide-my-email aliases, calendar sharing, and more.":["Beinhaltet Unterstützung für eine eigene E-Mail-Domain, 10 E-Mail-Adressen, 10 „hide-my-email“-Aliasse, Kalenderfreigabe und mehr."],"Includes support for 3 custom email domains, 15 email addresses, unlimited hide-my-email aliases, calendar sharing, and more.":["Beinhaltet Unterstützung für 3 benutzerdefinierte E-Mail-Domänen, 15 E-Mail-Adressen, unbegrenzte „hide-my-email“-Aliase, Kalenderfreigabe und mehr."],"Manage up to 25 calendars, mobile apps, secured with end-to-end encryption, 1-click calendar import from Google, and more.":["Verwalte bis zu 25 Kalender, Ende zu Ende verschlüsselte mobile Apps, 1-Klick-Kalenderimporte von Google und vieles mehr."]},"Status Banner":{"At the moment we are experiencing issues with the Proton VPN service":["Im Moment gibt es Probleme mit dem Proton VPN-Dienst"],"Learn more":["Mehr erfahren"]},"Status banner":{"Learn more":["Mehr erfahren"],"Please note that at the moment we are experiencing issues with the ${ issues[0] } service.":["Bitte beachte, dass wir im Moment Probleme mit dem Dienst ${ issues[0] } haben."],"We are experiencing issues with one or more services at the moment.":["Im Moment gibt es Probleme mit einem oder mehreren Diensten."]},"suggestions":{"Suggestions":["Vorschläge"]},"Support":{"Sub category":["Unterkategorie","Unterkategorien"]},"Support article":{"${ readingTime } min":["${ readingTime } Min.","${ readingTime } Min."],"Category":["Kategorie","Kategorien"],"Didn’t find what you were looking for?":["Hast du nicht gefunden, wonach du gesucht hast?"],"General contact":["Allgemeiner Kontakt"],"Get help":["Hilfe erhalten"],"Legal contact":["Kontakt für Rechtliches"],"Media contact":["Kontakt für Medien"],"Partnerships contact":["Kontakt für Partnerschaften"],"Reading":["Lesen"]},"Support categories":{"Browse Proton product support":["Produkt-Support von Proton durchsuchen"]},"Support category":{"There is no article in this category yet.":["In dieser Kategorie gibt es noch keinen Artikel."]},"Support troubleshooting":{"--- Select ---":["--- Auswählen ---"],"App version":["App-Version"],"Browser":["Browser"],"Check if this helps":["Schau, ob das hilft."],"Choose a category for your question":["Wähle eine Kategorie für deine Frage aus."],"Choose a product":["Produkt auswählen"],"Did this solve your issue ?":["Hat dies dein Problem gelöst?"],"Faster assistance is just a few clicks away — please make your selections":["Schnellere Hilfe ist nur ein paar Klicks entfernt. Bitte triff deine Auswahl"],"No, contact support":["Nein, Support kontaktieren"],"Proton account":["Proton-Konto"],"Proton Bridge":["Proton Bridge"],"Proton Calendar":["Proton Calendar"],"Proton Drive":["Proton Drive"],"Proton for Business":["Proton for Business"],"Proton Mail":["Proton Mail"],"Proton Pass":["Proton Pass"],"Proton VPN":["Proton VPN"],"Thank you for your feedback":["Danke für dein Feedback"],"Troubleshooting":["Fehlerbehebung"],"What can we help with ?":["Wie können wir dir helfen?"],"Yes":["Ja"]},"support_modal_search_query":{"Search query":["Anfrage suchen"]},"support_search_button":{"Search":["Suchen"]},"support_search_i_am_looking_for":{"I'm looking for":["Ich suche"]},"SupportForm":{"For a faster resolution, please report the issue from the Bridge app: Help > Report a problem.":["Damit das Problem schneller gelöst werden kann, melde es bitte über die Bridge-App: Help > Report a problem (Hilfe > Problem melden)."],"Information":["Informationen"]},"SupportForm:option":{"Account Security":["Kontosicherheit"],"Contacts":["Kontakte"],"Custom email domain":["Benutzerdefinierte E-Mail-Domain"],"Email delivery and Spam":["E-Mail-Zustellung und Spam"],"Encryption":["Verschlüsselung"],"Login and password":["Anmeldung und Passwort"],"Merge aliases and accounts":["Zusammenführung von Aliassen und Konten"],"Migrate to Proton":["Migration zu Proton"],"Notifications":["Benachrichtigungen"],"Other":["Sonstiges"],"Plans and billing":["Abonnements und Abrechnung"],"Proton for Business":["Proton for Business"],"Sign up":["Registrierung"],"Storage":["Speicher"],"Users, addresses, and identities":["Benutzer, Adressen und Identitäten"]},"SupportForm:optionIntro":{"Select a topic":["Thema auswählen"]},"swiss_baseed_feature":{"Swiss based":["In der Schweiz ansässig"]},"Testimonial":{"Awards":["Auszeichnungen"],"Customers":["Kunden"],"Featured":["Empfohlen"],"Go to testimonial source":["Zur Referenzquelle wechseln"],"Reviews":["Bewertungen"],"Videos":["Videos"]},"Text":{"Find the plan that's right for you":["Finde das passende Abonnement"],"If you need help, check out our ${ supportLink }.":["Hilfe erhältst du in unserem ${ supportLink }."],"The page you’re looking for might have been removed, or it could be an\nold link.":["Die von dir gesuchte Seite wurde möglicherweise entfernt, oder es könnte sich um einen alten Link handeln."]},"Title":{"On this page":["Auf dieser Seite"],"Related articles":["Verwandte Artikel"],"Share ${ thisPage }":["${ thisPage } teilen"],"Thank you!":["Vielen Dank!"],"this page":["diese Seite"]},"Tooltip":{"More information":["Weitere Informationen"]},"tooltip_calendar":{"Create up to 20 custom & shareable encrypted calendars. On top of that, add up to 5 calendars from friends, family, colleagues, and organizations.":["Erstelle bis zu 20 benutzerdefinierte und teilbare verschlüsselte Kalender. Darüber hinaus kannst du bis zu 5 Kalender von Freunden, Familie, Kollegen und Organisationen hinzufügen."]},"tooltip_vpn":{"Access blocked content and browse privately. Includes ${ TOTAL_SERVERS }+ servers in ${ TOTAL_COUNTRIES }+ countries, highest VPN speed, ${ TOTAL_VPN_CONNECTIONS } VPN connections, worldwide streaming services, malware and ad-blocker, and more.":["Greife auf blockierte Inhalte zu und surfe privat. Enthält über ${ TOTAL_SERVERS } Server in mehr als ${ TOTAL_COUNTRIES } Ländern, höchste VPN-Geschwindigkeiten, ${ TOTAL_VPN_CONNECTIONS } VPN-Verbindungen, weltweite Streaming-Dienste, Malware- und Werbeblocker und mehr."],"Access blocked content and browse privately. Includes ${ TOTAL_SERVERS }+ servers in ${ TOTAL_COUNTRIES }+ countries, highest VPN speed, 10 VPN connections, worldwide streaming services, malware and ad-blocker, and more.":["Greife auf blockierte Inhalte zu und surfe privat. Enthält über ${ TOTAL_SERVERS } Server in mehr als ${ TOTAL_COUNTRIES } Ländern, höchste VPN-Geschwindigkeiten, 10 VPN-Verbindungen, weltweite Streaming-Dienste, Malware- und Werbeblocker und mehr."]},"version_history_label":{"Version history":["Versionsverlauf"]},"version_history_tooltip":{"Store up to ${ versionHistoryNumber } versions of each file for up to ${ years } years":["Speichere bis zu ${ versionHistoryNumber } Versionen jeder Datei für einen Zeitraum von bis zu ${ years } Jahren"]},"vpn_features_link":{"View VPN plans":["VPN-Abonnements anzeigen"]},"vpn_features_useCase":{"Access blocked content and browse privately":["Greife auf blockierte Inhalte zu und surfe privat"]}}},"unleashApi":"https://account.proton.me/api"};
// We need to import data (the framework context) from the server
// This Astro feature with define:vars works well but creates an inline script
// So we can't directly import the initFramework helper, we have to store the context
window.frameworkContext = frameworkContext;
})();
What is the most secure way to store documents? | Proton
Whether it’s personal documents such as your birth certificate or confidential business files like work contracts, we all have sensitive documents we need to store securely. With so many storage options available, it’s important to understand the different ways you can store documents and how secure each method is.
In this article, we show you the pros and cons of each storage method and how you can securely store and protect your sensitive files.
What are the different ways to store documents?
Online in the cloud
One of the most popular ways of storing sensitive documents is in the cloud(new window). You’ve most likely used a cloud storage service, such as Proton Drive or Dropbox, when you upload a file to the internet to share with your friends and family.
Advantages of cloud storage
Accessibility: Cloud storage allows you to access documents from anywhere and at any time, as long as you have an internet-connected device.
Data backup: Cloud storage allows you to automatically back up your data since your file is stored across many servers. If you lose the original copy of your file, you can simply download it again from your cloud account.
Collaboration: Many cloud storage services offer built-in collaboration features, allowing you to work with others in real-time and track changes.
Disadvantages of cloud storage
Security risks: Most cloud storage solutions are designed to withstand common security threats, but they aren’t immune from data breaches. If an attacker hacks your cloud provider’s servers, your files are at risk of being exposed.
Privacy concerns: Once you upload a file to the cloud, your cloud provider encrypts it and stores it in their servers. But the private key that decrypts your file is stored alongside the data. This means your cloud provider and other malicious actors could easily decrypt your file.
Dependence on internet connection: Most cloud storage solutions require you to be online to access your files. However, some cloud providers like Proton Drive allow you to create an offline cache of your files, so that you can access them even without an internet connection.
In folders on your PC locally
Before the arrival of cloud storage solutions, most of us stored files locally on our personal computers (PC).
Advantages of storing files locally
Data control: When you store files locally on your PC, you have full control of your data. You can choose where to store them, how they’re organized, and who can access them. This gives you greater control over the privacy and security of your files.
Offline access: Storing files locally also means you can access them without an internet connection. This can be useful if you work in areas with limited internet access.
No subscription fees: Unlike cloud storage services that may require a subscription, storing files locally on your PC does not involve ongoing subscription costs.
Disadvantages of storing files locally
Risk of data loss: Storing files locally on your PC involves the risk of data loss due to hardware failure or theft. Without proper backup measures in place, you might lose your files permanently.
Limited accessibility: Storing files locally also limits accessibility, as you can only access your files from the specific PC where they’re stored. This may not be suitable for remote work or when you need to access your files from different devices.
Vulnerability to security threats: There are security threats, such as malware, viruses, and ransomware, that might compromise the security of your PC and files.
Storage limitations: Your PC’s hard drive has limited space, which can fill up quickly if you have many files to store.
In physical storage devices
Another common method of storing files is using physical storage devices, such as USBs and hard drives.
Advantages of storing files in physical storage devices
Portability: When you use a physical storage device to store your files, you can bring them everywhere you go and easily transfer them between different devices or locations.
Offline access: Like your PC, physical storage devices let you access your files even without an internet connection.
No subscription fees: Once you buy your physical storage device, you own it for life. This makes it a cost-effective option for your storage needs.
Disadvantages of storing files in physical storage devices
Prone to wear and tear: Physical storage devices are susceptible to environmental damage, such as water damage and physical wear and tear. This can result in a permanent loss of your data.
Storage limitations: Most physical storage devices have limited storage capacity compared to PCs and cloud storage. If you’re trying to store a large file, you may need to split it up and store it in multiple physical storage devices.
Saving files as hard copies
Finally, you could also print out and store important documents as hard copies.
Advantages of saving files as hard copies
Physical tangibility: Hard copies are a tangible form of your documents that can be touched, held, and physically stored. This can provide easy access when you need to quickly locate or reference specific documents.
Offline access: Hard copies do not require an internet connection to access, making them available 24/7.
Increased security: Since you can control physical access to your hard copies, they’re less vulnerable to online data breaches or hacking. You can also choose to store them securely in locked cabinets or safes.
Disadvantages of saving files as hard copies
Risk of loss or damage: Unlike files stored in the cloud, hard copies are susceptible to loss, theft, and damage. Once you lose or damage your hard copy, it may not be easily recoverable.
Lack of version control: If you store your document as a printed document, you won’t be able to easily update or revise it. Managing multiple versions of a document can also be challenging.
Limited accessibility: To share your printed document with others, you’ll need to physically transport it, either by mailing it to your recipient or meeting up in person. This can be time-consuming and costly.
What is the most secure way to store files online?
Ultimately, how you choose to store your files depends on your personal needs and preferences. Storing files locally on your PC and in physical storage devices gives you the advantage of offline access, but cloud storage offers the convenience of accessing your files from multiple locations and the ability to share them easily with others. It also provides you with redundancy and backup options, making it the most secure way of storing your files.
If you’re looking for a trusted and secure cloud storage provider, Proton Drive offers a Free plan that gives you 1 GB of storage. All files you upload are automatically protected with end-to-end encryption(new window) on your device before being stored on our servers, which means no one else besides you and the people you share your files with can access your files. That’s because only you have access to your private key.
We also use cryptographic signatures to verify the integrity of your files, giving you peace of mind that your documents haven’t been tampered with.
Monitor suspicious activity by keeping track of file downloads
You don’t need any special skills or technical knowledge to share files with Proton Drive. Simply upload a file and generate a file-sharing link, and let our software handle the encryption. There’s also no file size limit — if you can upload it, you can share it. If you’d like to help us make privacy accessible to everyone, consider upgrading to a paid account.
FAQ
How do I securely store files online?
As with everything on the internet, there’s no such thing as 100% security. But if you’re looking to securely store your files online, opt for a reputable and secure cloud storage provider like Proton Drive. Built by the same makers of Proton Mail and Proton VPN(new window), Proton Drive secures your files with end-to-end encryption. We also offer other advanced security features, such as two-factor authentication(new window) and cryptographic signatures, to prevent third parties from accessing your files.
Which is more secure: Google Drive or Dropbox?
Both Google Drive and Dropbox use industry-standard (TLS and AES-256) to encrypt your files in transit and at rest. Both methods are pretty robust when it comes to protecting your files from hackers, but they don’t prevent the cloud providers themselves from accessing your files (such as in the event of a security incident or legal request).
If privacy and security are top priorities for you, you may consider choosing a trusted cloud storage provider, such as Proton Drive.
Can online storage be hacked?
Yes, online storage can be hacked. While cloud storage providers go to great lengths to prevent hacks, no system is completely immune to data breaches. It’s also important to remember that the risk of online storage being hacked is relatively low compared to other security risks, especially if you use a reputable and established cloud storage provider. Keep an eye out for cloud storage services that use end-to-end encryption since that’s a good indicator of a secure cloud storage provider.
Bewahre deine Dateien privat auf und teile sie sicher
Secure, seamless communication is the foundation of every business. As more
organizations secure their data with Proton, we’ve dramatically expanded our
ecosystem with new products and services, from our password manager to Dark Web
Monitoring for cr
Im Bereich der Cybersicherheit ist der Begriff Brute-Force-Attacke oft zu hören.
Eine Brute-Force-Attacke ist jeder Angriff, der nicht auf Finesse setzt, sondern
rohe Rechenkraft nutzt, um Sicherheitsmaßnahmen oder sogar die zugrundeliegende
Verschlü
Abschnitt 702 des Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act hat sich als berüchtigte
rechtliche Rechtfertigung etabliert, die es Bundesbehörden wie der NSA, CIA und
FBI erlaubt, Überwachungen ohne richterlichen Beschluss durchzuführen, wodurch
die Daten
Als Reaktion auf die zunehmende Anzahl von Datenpannen bietet Proton Mail
zahlenden Abonnenten eine Funktion namens Dark Web Monitoring an. Unser System
überprüft, ob deine Anmeldeinformationen oder andere Daten auf illegalen
Marktplätzen geleakt wur
Deine E-Mail-Adresse ist deine Online-Identität, und du teilst sie jedes Mal,
wenn du einen neuen Account für einen Online-Dienst erstellst. Das bietet zwar
Bequemlichkeit, aber es legt auch deine Identität offen, falls Hacker die
Dienste, die du nut
Unsere Mission bei Proton ist es, ein Internet zu fördern, das deine
Privatsphäre standardmäßig schützt, deine Daten sichert und dir Wahlfreiheit
bietet.
Heute machen wir mit der Einführung unseres Open-Source-Passwortmanagers Proton
Pass im App-Ver