Proton Wallet
@ProtonWallet
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A safer way to hold your #Bitcoin. Brought to you by @ProtonPrivacy. Open-source | Audited | Swiss | E2E encrypted | Self-custodial | Send #BTC via Email
Joined August 2018
Today we're launching @ProtonWallet, an open-source, E2E-encrypted, and self-custodial #Bitcoin wallet. With features like Bitcoin via Email, we hope to be a safer and easier way for Bitcoin newcomers to get started. Learn more and get early access:
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Proton's origin story is also a #Bitcoin success story. Back in June 2014, @ProtonMail's crowdfunding account was arbitrarily frozen by PayPal, and to circumvent this, we started accepting Bitcoin donations. 1/3
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Proton Wallet is now available for all!. We onboarded over 100,000 users during early access and received plenty of positive feedback; thank you. Now, we're making #Bitcoin easily accessible. Anyone can sort, store, send & receive Bitcoin, regardless of experience level.
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Inflation is worse than you think. Governments often use the Consumer Price Index to show inflation's impact on daily expenses. They rarely mention monetary inflation linked to excessive money printing for schemes like Fractional Reserve Banking. The only solution is #Bitcoin.
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1/9.#Bitcoin is great, but we must fight central authorities’ attempts to usurp it in order to keep it great. Proton Wallet aims to keep Bitcoin true to its decentralized roots: in the hands of people, not organizations or institutional funds. Let’s break it down: 🧵 ⬇️
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Bitcoin via Email is an easy way to send & receive BTC with #ProtonWallet. We built this feature specifically to help onboard newcomers, and reduce the risk of sending coins to the wrong wallet address. Here's how it works 🧵⤵️.
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We launched Proton Wallet to directly address the lack of financial freedom. It’s a way for Proton to secure its future, while giving people the tools they need to achieve financial freedom in a safe, self-custodial way. So why does financial freedom matter? 👇🧵.
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Roses are red.Violets are blue.Inflation is on track.To screw all of you.
Roses are red .Violets are blue .Inflation is on track .To settle around 2
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The European Central Bank is preparing for a Digital Euro, with phase 2 coming in October 2025. This will increase financial surveillance and control. Opt-out by learning about CBDCs, and taking self-custody of your own Bitcoin:
Watch again🎥: At the ECB press conference, President @Lagarde stressed that the digital euro is "more relevant than ever." This preparation phase ends in October, but the decision to issue it will only be considered once the necessary legislation is passed.
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Over a decade ago, the #Bitcoin community played a pivotal role in enabling @ProtonMail to establish an independent, private email service. We aim to give back by providing secure, user-friendly Bitcoin self-custody solutions for everyone. Read more ⤵️.
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It might make sense just to get some in case it catches on.
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Due to high demand, Proton Wallet is in Early Access, but there is a waiting list. Wondering how to get an invite? Find all the details, including why we built Proton Wallet, in our blog post here:
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Did you know? You can buy #BTC with cash at any Swiss train station. We were not aware of this ourselves until a Proton Wallet user asked us for a way to import their Swiss train station paper wallet. So, we built it. See how it works here:
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This is why we built @ProtonWallet: to make Bitcoin easier and safer to use so that everyone can adopt and benefit from this freedom-enabling technology. We are forever grateful to the Bitcoin community for supporting us from the very beginning. Happy $100k. 3/3.
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Heads up, Night Owls: Proton Wallet just got a little easier on the eyes — dark mode is now live. 🌙. Enjoy a smoother, more night-friendly experience while handling your #Bitcoin.
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Demand for @ProtonWallet has been astronomical ever since day one, and we are trying to keep up with the incredible demand from the #Bitcoin community. As of today we have opened the Early Access doors to the first wave of users on our waiting list, with more to come soon.
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@AnitaPosch Important clarification:. If you use the Bitcoin via Email address, it of course must link one address in your pool with that email, but each transaction uses a different address from the pool so they are not linked together. It is also possible to disable Bitcoin via Email if.
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ByBit experienced the biggest hack we’ve ever seen, with $1.5b stolen (luckily, it was only ETH). But it led to a further $4b, or 50% of the exchange's total funds, being withdrawn in a bank run. This shows the centralized risk posed by exchanges and the need for self-custody.
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Proton Wallet aims to be the easiest self-custodial solution for #Bitcoin, giving users true ownership and privacy over their BTC. Learn how our wallet eliminates centralized exchange risks, keeps your keys in your hands, and simplifies Bitcoin transactions ⤵️
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The creation of the US Strategic #Bitcoin Reserve is a historic moment, validating our decision to launch a BTC-only wallet. The long-term outlook is very positive. The US gov adopting BTC as a store of value means more countries could soon join due to scarcity and game theory.
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@maxkeiser Thank you for sharing, Max!. We're excited to empower #Bitcoin newcomers with financial freedom.
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Check your @ProtonMail; we've just sent another 30,000 invites to our early access program.
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This was over 10 years ago, and we could never have predicted the impact that Bitcoin would eventually have on our world. Aside from the 20x appreciation from $500 to $100,000, #Bitcoin continues to be unstoppable money, shaping our world in real time. 2/3.
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Hopefully this doesn't need to be said, but please don't Google your own #Bitcoin address. If you must, then at least use a no-logs VPN like @ProtonVPN.
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With Bitcoin heading to new highs, we expect more demand and volatile network fees ahead. Which is why Proton Wallet now lets you speed up the confirmation speed of transactions with Replace-By-Fee (RBF):
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Proton Wallet is developing rapidly guided by our early-access supporters, so please keep it up!. We wanted to take a moment to thank you all for your amazing support. Well over 100,000 people joined the waiting list, and we have more invites coming shortly.
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1 BTC = $100,000 USD.
1 BTC = 1 BTC.
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As BTC went on sale, we observed a 10x increase in buying volume compared to last week. While traditional finance knees quivered, Proton Wallet HODLers bought the dip. Did you buy the #Bitcoin dip?
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knock knock. who's there?. a new wave of early-access invites is out today! 📬.
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The use of #Bitcoin has been a pivotal factor in several major global events. Here are just a few of the ones that took place in the last ten years ⤵️. 1/5 🧵
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Opened up my Proton Wallet today just because I needed a little pick-me-up. Got some invites to hand out, first 5 to drop a fun fact about #Bitcoin I didn't already know, win.
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Bitcoin Wallets? Accounts? Addresses? 😵💫. Sometimes, it can be confusing, especially if you're new to #Bitcoin. We created a support article to help you understand the distinction between Wallets, Accounts, and Addresses:.
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If you're confused about the ins & outs of how #Bitcoin works, we have an article detailing everything you need to know. For example, the rewards Bitcoin miners receive by adding new blocks halves every 4 years. Right now it’s at 3.125 BTC. Find out why:.
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Listen to Proton's Founder & CEO @andyyen in discussion with @sethforprivacy on his latest @optoutpod episode. This deep-dive is for those of you interested in finding out why we entered the #Bitcoin space, our thoughts on it, and why we didn't implement #Monero.
Watch the full episode directly on X, forgot I can do this 👀
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@jackmallers Thanks Jack! We'd love for you to try it out early, should we send you an invite?.
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Hey, it's me again. 🪄 Another 20,000 of you now have early access to #ProtonWallet. You are most welcome.
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@pats2sats Lightning support is something that we're considering, however it is difficult to implement in a non-custodial way. Suggestions for features & implementations are welcome on our subreddit. Join here:
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Finish the sentence:. “Not your keys, ___ ____ _____.”
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Earlier today we sent out another wave of invites to 20,000 waitlisted users. Check your inbox to see if you received one!
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Transforming the world with #Bitcoin, one bagel purchase at a time.
I made my first ever real life bitcoin purchase today!. This $4 bagel was brought to you by @ProtonWallet!
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Have you noticed the 'Discover' tab on @ProtonWallet?. Available on mobile & desktop, to help you easily access information about #Bitcoin, best security practices, and #ProtonWallet feature highlights. Proton 🤝 Newcomers
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Our latest video breaks down some of the key concepts surrounding the #blockchain, decentralization, and financial freedom 👇
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5/5 – Bitcoin. Bitcoin is our choice for reclaiming financial freedom, which is why we made Proton Wallet – a self-custodial #Bitcoin wallet that is easy to use even for those who aren't tech-savvy. Bitcoin cannot be censored, seized, or lost when used with @ProtonWallet. You.
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Where to next?
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This is what happens when you leave your #Bitcoin on exchanges. Move to #ProtonWallet for 100% peace of mind.
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Keep your BTC tidy with multiple wallets in @ProtonWallet. Whether you want to #HODL, stack sats, or trade your #Bitcoin, it’s all possible with Proton. Get early access:
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Earlier this week we topped up the invites of our existing Wallet users. Today we’re giving away 50 more invites, here's how to get one:. 1️⃣ Tell us the story of when & how you got into #Bitcoin.2️⃣ Tag a friend.3️⃣ Fill out:
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"When the banks fail, it is seldom bankers who starve.".
Barclays here suggesting a foodbank because their IT systems are fucked & people can't access their own money. Because that's how foodbanks work, you don't need a referral you can just pop down for a snack.
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Want to help bring Bitcoin to over 100M people? We're hiring a Senior Front-End Developer to join the @ProtonWallet team. Details here:
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Thank you for including us @Breez_Tech 💜.
Bitcoin isn’t “just” digital gold, it’s an everyday currency 💥. Introducing our new report w/@1A1zBTC:.⚡️ 650M+ people reached on Lightning.🛒 Businesses see real-world impact.🌐 Growing ecosystem driving adoption.💥 New use cases unlocked. Read more 👇.
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We hope to empower millions of people worldwide to use self-custody Bitcoin safely. Start using Bitcoin by creating a wallet at or downloading the Proton Wallet mobile apps on iOS/Android.
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9/9.Proton Wallet is accessible from any device in the world with an internet connection – you just need to log into your secure Proton account. Get started:
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Bitcoin Beach may have just been the catalyst that led El Salvador to become the world’s first country to adopt #Bitcoin as legal tender… . Here’s the story of El Zonte:
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For those wondering how to get early access, here's how:. 1️⃣ Get invited by an early access Wallet user.2️⃣ Get Proton Visionary.3️⃣ Join the waitlist. For 2️⃣ & 3️⃣: We're working on adding capacity & opening up early access to users on our waiting list ASAP
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We replenish your Wallet invites every 30 days from the moment you send them out. If you've been a #ProtonWallet user for 30 days or more and used up your early access invites, these should have now been topped back up.
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A huge shoutout to @WalkerAmerica for hosting @andyyen on his podcast, and for being an excellent host by asking the community's burning questions about Proton and #ProtonWallet!. Make sure to give it a listen if you haven't yet 👇.
PROTON WALLET: Privacy, Censorship & Building on #Bitcoin. @andyyen, Founder/CEO of @ProtonPrivacy, joins @WalkerAmerica to discuss @ProtonWallet . ⚡️Fountain: ⚡️YouTube: Rumble: ⚡️Apple:
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2/9.Bitcoin has an ownership problem, not an awareness problem:. While most people have already heard of Bitcoin and even bought some on a centralized exchange like Coinbase, the majority are scared to self-custody and truly own BTC. Proton Wallet aims to change this.
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3/9.ETFs & Centralized Exchanges are not the answer:. Many people avoid these issues by relying on a Centralized exchange or ETF to manage their BTC, defeating Bitcoin's entire purpose. Besides, when you don't directly control your BTC, you are always at risk of losing them.
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Worth more than Silver.
The entire crypto market cap just hit $3 trillion. Hard to ignore an asset class that large.
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6/6.For more information on Bitcoin via Email and Proton Wallet, you can read our guide:.
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Price action has not been favorable since this tweet was made.
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@jokoono @BitBoxSwiss A hardware wallet integration is coming. For future suggestions, and to discuss with our dev team, share your thoughts on our /r/ProtonWallet subreddit here:
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5/9.…and ended up with $60 worth of Bitcoin instead of $100, as the platform charged 0.0004 BTC as a withdrawal fee. Users are powerless, and custodians can charge as much as they want. Some ETFs charge up to 1.5% in management fees just for holding onto your Bitcoin.
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Thanks to everyone for participating! It was a pleasure to read about your #Bitcoin stories. We've officially closed this giveaway, all winners should have received their invites via email. If you think you should have won but did not receive anything, send us a DM.
Earlier this week we topped up the invites of our existing Wallet users. Today we’re giving away 50 more invites, here's how to get one:. 1️⃣ Tell us the story of when & how you got into #Bitcoin.2️⃣ Tag a friend.3️⃣ Fill out:
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4/9.Centralized exchanges are also oftentimes predatory, charging exorbitant platform fees, as was the case with a Proton Wallet user recently, when they attempted to withdraw $100 of BTC from an unnamed exchange into their self-custody Proton Wallet….
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6/9.The collapses of centralized exchanges have ranged from 2014’s Mt. Gox to 2022’s FTX, and who knows if ETFs are much safer. None of these solutions fit those who want to be self-sovereign and responsible for their Bitcoin, so the only answer is reliable, safe, self-custody.
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4/5 – Why does financial freedom matter?. 1⃣ Because it keeps your transactional data private.2⃣ Because it ensures you’re in full control of your assets regardless of the externalities.3⃣ Because it enables you to hedge against the actions of failing governments & banks.
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2/5 – Lack of control. Since banks & governments can see where & how you spend your money, they can also stop you from transacting in ways they don't like. It has become a regularity for banks or authoritarian governments to freeze your assets when certain criteria are met.
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This will be closing shortly, so last chance to win an early access invite!.
Earlier this week we topped up the invites of our existing Wallet users. Today we’re giving away 50 more invites, here's how to get one:. 1️⃣ Tell us the story of when & how you got into #Bitcoin.2️⃣ Tag a friend.3️⃣ Fill out:
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8/9.This is because everything important, such as your keys and transaction metadata, is end-to-end encrypted and safely stored on Proton’s servers. You get the reliability of a cloud service but still retain financial privacy and sovereignty.
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1/5 – Surveillance. When cash was the primary way of doing business, a transaction could be considered purely peer-to-peer. Today, digital payments allow banks & governments to see all of your transactions, doing away with financial privacy altogether. Some banks even sell your.
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7/9.For Bitcoin to realize its potential, people must feel comfortable holding it themselves. Unlike other self-custodial wallets, Proton Wallet is much harder to lose, even if your devices go missing and you cannot locate your wallet seed phrase.
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