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pCloud

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🏢 HQ: Switzerland🖥️ Servers: Luxembourg (EU), USA (choice at signup)✓ GDPR Compliant🇪🇺 European Company

What is pCloud?

pCloud is a Swiss cloud storage service that has served millions of users since 2013, offering a compelling alternative to Dropbox, Google Drive, and iCloud. What sets pCloud apart is the combination of Swiss privacy, EU data storage options, and unique lifetime subscription plans that provide exceptional long-term value. The service offers apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, plus browser extensions for quick file saving. While the basic plan includes standard TLS encryption, users requiring maximum security can purchase pCloud Crypto, which adds zero-knowledge/end-to-end encryption where only you hold the decryption keys.

Key Features

  • ✓Cloud storage with file sync across devices
  • ✓Apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
  • ✓Browser extensions for quick file saving
  • ✓Optional zero-knowledge encryption (pCloud Crypto)
  • ✓File versioning (up to 30 days)
  • ✓Built-in media player for audio/video
  • ✓File sharing with links and collaboration
  • ✓Automatic camera upload from mobile
  • ✓pCloud Drive virtual disk (no local storage needed)
  • ✓Data stored in EU (Luxembourg) or USA (your choice)
  • ✓Lifetime plan options available
  • ✓pCloud Pass password manager integration

🔒 Privacy & Data Protection

pCloud is headquartered in Switzerland under strong Swiss privacy laws. Users can choose to store their data in Luxembourg (EU datacenter) or the USA at account creation. The EU option ensures data stays within European jurisdiction and GDPR protection. For maximum privacy, pCloud Crypto adds client-side encryption with keys that never leave your device – pCloud cannot decrypt your files even if legally compelled. The company operates its own infrastructure (AS51154), maintaining full control over data handling.

Best For

Individuals wanting alternative to Dropbox/Google DriveUsers seeking lifetime cloud storage plansPrivacy-conscious users wanting Swiss/EU storageFamilies sharing cloud storage across membersPhotographers backing up media with automatic uploadUsers requiring zero-knowledge encryption (pCloud Crypto)

💰 Pricing

pCloud offers both subscription and lifetime options. Annual plans: 500GB for €49.99/year or 2TB for €99.99/year. Lifetime plans provide exceptional value: pay once and own your storage forever. Family plans allow sharing between up to 5 users. Business plans start at €7.99/user/month. pCloud Crypto (zero-knowledge encryption) is available as an add-on. The lifetime plans make pCloud one of the most cost-effective cloud storage options for long-term users.

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