Proton Drive is an end-to-end encrypted, cloud-based file storage and synchronization service. It allows you to securely store files in the cloud, synchronize them across devices, and share files with enhanced privacy. This article will serve as an informative guide and give you a clear understanding of how to perform a silent installation of Proton Drive from the command line using the EXE installer.
How to Install Proton Drive Silently
Proton Drive Silent Install (EXE)
- Navigate to: https://proton.me/drive/download
- Download the “Proton Drive Setup x.y.z.exe” to a folder created at (C:\Downloads)
- Open an Elevated Command Prompt by Right-Clicking on Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator
- Navigate to the C:\Downloads folder
- Enter the following command:
"Proton Drive Setup x.y.z.exe" /install /quiet /norestart |
After a few moments you should see the Proton Drive Desktop Shortcut appear. You will also find entries in the Start Menu, Installation Directory, and Programs and Features in the Control Panel.
| Software Title: | Proton Drive |
| Vendor: | Proton AG |
| Architecture: | x86_x64 |
| Installer Type: | EXE |
| Silent Install Switch: | "Proton Drive Setup x.y.z.exe" /install /quiet /norestart |
| Silent Uninstall Switch: | "Proton Drive Setup x.y.z.exe" /uninstall /quiet /norestart |
| Download Link: | Proton Drive Download |
| PowerShell Script: | Proton Drive | PowerShell Script |
| Detection Script: | Proton Drive | Custom Detection Script |
The information above provides a quick overview of the software title, vendor, silent install, and silent uninstall switches. The download links provided take you directly to the vendors website. Continue reading if you are interested in additional details and configurations.
Additional Configurations
Create a Proton Drive Installation Log File
The Proton Drive installer offers the option to generate a log file during installation to assist with troubleshooting should any problems arise. You can use the following command to create a verbose log file with details about the installation.
Proton Drive Silent Install (EXE) with Logging
"Proton Drive Setup x.y.z.exe" /install /quiet /norestart /log "%WINDIR%\Temp\ProtonDrive-Install.log" |
How to Uninstall Proton Drive Silently
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- Open an Elevated Command Prompt by Right-Clicking on Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator
- Enter the following command:
Proton Drive Silent Uninstall (EXE)
"Proton Drive Setup x.y.z.exe" /uninstall /quiet /norestart |
Always make sure to test everything in a development environment prior to implementing anything into production. The information in this article is provided “As Is” without warranty of any kind.