Proton has a longstanding history of promises to expand payment options to better serve the privacy-conscious community. In a tweet posted on February 19, 2016, Proton stated its intention to initially accept credit card payments and later allocate resources to support PayPal, Bitcoin, and Dash.

 

 

Despite this pledge, Proton users still do not have the option to pay with Dash—a cryptocurrency that aligns perfectly with Proton’s values of privacy and security. It's time for Proton to deliver on this promise and recognize the growing demand for Dash integration.

Proton, the leading provider of privacy-focused services, currently does not accept Dash (DASH) as a payment method. This is a missed opportunity, as Dash’s features align perfectly with Proton's values of privacy, security, and user empowerment.

David Peterson (@davidgpeterson on X), General Manager of Proton VPN, recently stated that Proton plans to add Monero support to their roadmap, provided that an online petition gathers 1,000 signatures showing community interest. (Source: Screenshot)

 

 

Let’s do the same for Dash! By signing this petition, you are acknowledging that you will start using or continue to use Proton VPN (or another Proton service) on the condition that DASH is accepted as a payment method.

Why Dash? 

Dash offers unique benefits that make it an ideal payment option for Proton:

1. Privacy Features (CoinJoin): 
   Dash includes optional CoinJoin functionality, which allows users to enhance their financial privacy. This means Proton customers would be able to pay for services discreetly, aligning perfectly with Proton's commitment to user privacy and security.
2. Enhanced Confidentiality with Confidential Transactions (CT): 
   Dash is undergoing a major upgrade to its privacy features by introducing Confidential Transactions (CT), which hide transaction amounts and address balances. This enhancement ensures Proton users can pay privately without exposing sensitive financial details. CT, combined with Dash's CoinJoin functionality, aligns seamlessly with Proton’s dedication to privacy, delivering a highly secure and confidential payment method.
3. Blazing Speed with InstantSend: 
   Dash is one of the fastest cryptocurrencies available. With its InstantSend technology, transactions are confirmed in seconds—much faster than most other cryptocurrencies. Imagine paying for your Proton service and instantly enjoying the benefits without delay!
4. Low Fees: 
   Dash offers some of the lowest transaction fees in the cryptocurrency industry. Proton users around the world, especially those in regions with limited financial options, will benefit from Dash’s affordability.
5. Ease of Use: 
   Dash is accessible and user-friendly, supported by a variety of wallets and platforms. Its intuitive design ensures a smooth payment experience for beginners and advanced crypto users alike.
6. Shared Values of Privacy and Decentralization: 
   Both Dash and Proton prioritize decentralization and user empowerment. By integrating Dash as a payment option, Proton strengthens its commitment to fostering privacy and delivering secure, user-first services.
7. Global Reach: 
   Dash is not just another cryptocurrency—it has a thriving, privacy-conscious community worldwide. By accepting Dash, Proton would be tapping into an established network of users and supporters who share a passion for privacy and innovative technology.

What We’re Asking 

Proton has always been a leader in defending digital privacy and empowering users around the globe. By adding Dash as a payment option, you are further advancing these principles and ensuring your users can pay privately, securely, and conveniently.

We urge Proton to honor its original pledge to integrate Dash without unnecessary delays or conditions like reaching the 1,000-signature threshold. Dash users around the globe are ready to support Proton’s privacy-first services, and Proton should move forward with implementing Dash to strengthen its leadership in digital privacy, uphold its integrity, and demonstrate its commitment to keeping promises.

What You Can Do 

By signing this petition, you are pledging your support for Proton to integrate Dash as a payment method. You are also expressing your intention to start or continue using Proton VPN—or any of Proton’s other exceptional products—on the condition that Dash is accepted as a payment method.

Together, we can make it clear to Proton that there is strong demand for Dash payments within its community of current and potential users!

Thank you for signing and for supporting both Dash and Proton in their shared mission to create a more private and secure digital future.

Sincerely,

Bas (Dash community member)