
pCloud International AG
Encrypted cloud storage for private files
Client-side encryption in a Crypto folder.
- Start free with 10 GB, no card
- Lifetime 500 GB for $219, paid once
- 14-day money-back guarantee
Lifetime plans also come in 2 TB and 10 TB. Backed by a 14-day money-back guarantee.
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pCloud Encryption works in a dedicated Crypto folder. Anything you drop into it is encrypted on your own device before it uploads, so the server only ever holds scrambled data.
That is what pCloud calls zero-knowledge privacy: the type, contents and size of your files are visible only to you. You create a Crypto Pass of at least 8 characters, and pCloud says it does not store that password.
The honest trade-off is that nobody can reset a forgotten Crypto Pass, which is why the setup screen offers an optional hint.
Encryption is sold as its own lifetime add-on, currently listed at $150. Everything outside the Crypto folder still benefits from TLS/SSL transfer and 256-bit AES protection.
Deals you can use now
| Deal | Code | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| $219Lifetime 500 GB: one payment, no renewals | — | Lifetime plans also come in 2 TB and 10 TB. Backed by a 14-day money-back guarantee. |
| 10 GB freeFree account, no credit card needed | — | Free storage goes up to 10 GB and can be upgraded to a paid or lifetime plan later. |
See pCloud in detailSwiss cloud storage, pay once for lifeYour whole drive, on laptop and phone · Lock it so only you can open it · Photos that sort themselves · Moments, People and PlacesFAQ
What is client-side encryption?
Files are encrypted on your device before upload, and only you hold the key.
What happens if I forget my Crypto Pass?
pCloud does not store it, so keep a hint or a safe record of it.
Is encryption part of the standard plan?
It is listed as a separate lifetime option, currently $150.
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