# Ask HN: Any good polished email alternative to Proton Mail?

**Switching Demand Score:** 55/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Thread | Ask HN: Any good polished email alternative to Proton Mail? |
| Switching from | Proton Mail |
| Category | Other software |
| Thread type | Ask HN |
| Points | 2 |
| Comments | 4 |
| Posted | 2026-10-15 |

## Why this score
- Names the product being replaced (Proton Mail).
- Ask HN: someone actively asking for options.

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