pCloud
Swiss-based cloud storage with lifetime plans, client-side encryption, and cross-platform sync.
Overview
pCloud is a swiss-based cloud storage with lifetime plans, client-side encryption, and cross-platform sync. It handles lifetime plans, encryption, media player, and file sync, and it's best suited for users wanting lifetime cloud storage with good privacy. It has been around since 2013, giving it a 13-year head start in building out integrations and refining the product.
The free plan offers 10 gb free. Paid plans start at $4.99/mo, which unlocks the full feature set. It's aimed at individual users, so it's fast to set up but may lack team-management features if you scale.
Strengths
- Includes Lifetime Plans as a core feature, purpose-built for file storage workflows
- Zero-knowledge encryption means even the provider can't read your vault
- 10 GB free — generous enough for most small teams to get real work done
- Established product with 13+ years on the market and a mature ecosystem
Weaknesses
- Free plan exists but key features are locked behind the paid upgrade
- Fewer built-in features means you may need additional tools to cover gaps
- Syncing large folders can be slow and occasionally causes file conflicts
- Limited team/admin features if your organization eventually scales up
Pricing estimate
10 GB free
Quick info
- Category
- File Storage
- Starting price
- $4.99/mo
- Free tier
- Yes — 10 GB free
- Open source
- No
- Best for
- Individuals
- Founded
- 2013
Last updated 2026-04-12
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