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It's tucked away in the web interface, but Linux users are able to vote for features and show that they exist as part of the userbase.

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[–] library_napper@monyet.cc 7 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Where does it say that this is specific to Linux?

[–] yo_scottie_oh@lemmy.ml 25 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

How I interpret OP’s message is that it isn’t specific to Linux, but seeing as we are the Linux community, we might be more inclined to advocate for Linux features? 🤷‍♂️

[–] ShaunaTheDead@kbin.social 6 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (3 children)

I just started using Proton, but I don't think any of their apps are available for Linux natively, which is disappointing. I mostly use Proton apps inside Ferdium which I find useful for combining all of my productivity apps and Ferdium basically just keeps a website loaded, and websites are always cross platform compatible. I would love to know if there's a timeline for Linux apps in mind.

[–] Rustmilian@lemmy.world 4 points 7 months ago

Proton is making an official native Linux client.

Source :

"Frequently Asked Questions :

Is the Proton Mail desktop app available for Linux?

The Proton Mail desktop app is currently available for macOS and Windows. We’re working on a Linux version that will be available in early 2024. Until then, if you use Linux, we recommend using the Proton Mail web app(new window) or Proton Mail Bridge for Linux."

[–] unbuckled@lemm.ee 3 points 7 months ago

For what it’s worth, there are some options on flathub.org even if they aren’t official.

[–] rhys@mastodon.rhys.wtf 2 points 7 months ago (1 children)

@ShaunaTheDead @CowsLookLikeMaps The ProtonVPN app is native. It's basically a frontend to NetworkManager.

[–] CowsLookLikeMaps@sh.itjust.works 2 points 7 months ago

Yes! They also have a bridge for Thunderbird.

[–] library_napper@monyet.cc 2 points 7 months ago

Why would you use UserVoice instead of GitHub?