On-chain investigator ZachXBT publicly corrected the official Ethereum account on X (formerly Twitter) on July 4, 2026, noting that privacy company Proton accepts only bitcoin for subscriptions and does not currently accept ether (ETH) as a payment option.
Correction to Ethereum’s Post
The exchange followed a post from Ethereum’s official X account that suggested Proton supports ETH payments. In a direct reply, ZachXBT wrote: “Proton does not currently accept Ethereum as payment,” disputing the claim and drawing attention to the company’s actual cryptocurrency support.
Proton’s Crypto Payment Support
Proton, the privacy-focused company behind Proton Mail, Proton VPN, and related services, has offered bitcoin (BTC) as a way to pay for select subscriptions. As of the time of the exchange, there was no confirmation from Proton that ether is accepted for its paid plans.
Community Reaction and Context
The brief dispute underscores the importance of accuracy in listing merchant payment options, particularly when shared by official project accounts. Payment acceptance can vary by product, region, or plan, and can change over time, making up-to-date verification critical for users seeking to pay with cryptocurrency.
Why It Matters
ETH is the native asset of the Ethereum network, the second-largest blockchain by market capitalization. Public statements about real-world acceptance can influence user behavior and perceptions of adoption. Ensuring accuracy helps prevent confusion for customers attempting to pay with specific digital assets.