Proton Drive launches encrypted photo backup for iOS

Proton Drive on Thursday unveiled its latest upgrade for iOS users. It is set to be a private and end-to-end encrypted Proton Drive app for iPhone, which provides automatic photo and video backup to securely store and protect users' important memories.

As per a blog post, Proton stated: “While other cloud storage providers see your photos as just another source of data that can be monitored and monetised, we understand that your photos capture the most precious moments of your life. Whether it’s a family gathering, a beautiful sunset, or a candid smile, we believe these memories deserve to be preserved securely.

“With Proton Drive, your cherished moments are protected by end-to-end encryption and accessible whenever and wherever you need them.”

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Proton Drive utilises end-to-end encryption for both the files and metadata to protect the users data. Proton Drive is free for anyone with 5GB of storage involved and paid plans go up to 3TB.

Gadinsider has mentioned the steps for turning on the feature on the iOS app.

1. Get the Proton Drive app if you don’t have it already
2. Tap the Photos tab at the bottom
3. Choose Turn on Backup and allow Proton Drive to access your photos
4. Make sure you’re on WiFi and the backup process will start

If the users are unable to see the option, Proton noted that the feature is “progressively launching to the Proton community and will be available to everyone by the end of this week.”