In an ever-present battle between software developers striving to fortify their digital domains and malicious hackers keen on breaching those defences, security takes centre stage.
Proton, a Switzerland-based digital service provider renowned for its unwavering commitment to security and privacy, has now introduced a robust feature named Proton Sentinel.
For those new to Proton, the company offers a suite of services encompassing email, VPN, cloud storage, and more, all without the invasive tracking and ads you might find elsewhere.
Proton Sentinel emerges as the pinnacle of their security offerings, a high-security programme designed to ensure the safety of users and their valuable data.
Proton account holders already benefit from an array of security features, including end-to-end encryption, two-factor authentication, a customised spam filter, real-time login notifications, and more.
However, Proton Sentinel takes security to another level.
It caters not only to VIPs like journalists, government officials, religious leaders, and international peace organisation leaders—who are often prime targets for cyberattacks but also to any Proton user seeking heightened protection.
"Accounts such as these have a high risk of being attacked by criminals or state-backed hackers," explains Proton's Dingchao Lu.
"We are now ready to provide the same level of advanced protection and support that we reserved for these VIPs to any Proton user that wants it through the Proton Sentinel programme."
To harness the power of Proton Sentinel, you need to be a paying Proton user, holding a Visionary, Lifetime, Family, Unlimited, or Business plan. Details about these plans are available on the Proton website.
Proton Sentinel operates mostly behind the scenes, with specific details intentionally kept discreet to minimize potential vulnerabilities.
This advanced security service employs stringent challenges for "suspicious" login attempts—especially those originating from unfamiliar devices or locations.
While it may require you to confirm more logins, the added peace of mind is well worth it.
Any suspicious logins trigger automated alerts, promptly escalated to human security analysts, ensuring 24/7 vigilance.
Additionally, support requests concerning account security receive the same expedited treatment, guaranteeing swift resolution of any security concerns.
In tandem with these enhanced login security measures, Proton Sentinel provides access to detailed security logs within your account.
These logs document all login attempts using your credentials, including successful and unsuccessful ones, along with any notable actions like password changes.
To activate Proton Sentinel, simply log in to your Proton account on the web.
Navigate to settings, then Security and privacy, where you'll find an "Enable Proton Sentinel" toggle switch. With that, your account is fortified.
Further down the same settings page, you'll discover the security logs panel.
Enable both authentication logs and advanced logs to access comprehensive information about the activity on your account, from the very first day you created it.
If you spot any unfamiliar activity, the "Revoke" button next to a session allows you to remotely log out that device, adding an extra layer of security.
Proactive measures are key, so if anything seems amiss, don't hesitate to contact Proton Support.
Proton Sentinel, a straightforward and low-maintenance solution, provides optimal protection for your Proton account.
Much like Google's Enhanced Safety Mode in Chrome, Sentinel goes the extra mile to ensure that your account remains impervious to unauthorized access.
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