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Best Apps Like Sync.com: Top Encrypted Cloud Storage Alternatives in 2026

Sync.com delivers zero-knowledge encryption on every plan, meaning your files are private by default — not as a paid add-on.

Why People Look for Sync.com Alternatives

Google Drive and Dropbox can read your files; Sync.com uses zero-knowledge encryption they cannot access.
pCloud charges extra for its Crypto add-on; Sync.com includes end-to-end encryption on all plans.
OneDrive's encryption is Microsoft-controlled, not zero-knowledge.
iCloud is not zero-knowledge by default and is tightly locked to the Apple ecosystem.

6 Best Alternatives to Sync.com

Each app below addresses a specific gap in Sync.com's offering. We picked them based on real user review patterns and feature differentiation.

pCloud

Cloud storage with lifetime plans and optional client-side encryption.

pCloud offers a generous 10 GB free tier, unique one-time lifetime plans, and optional zero-knowledge encryption via its Crypto add-on. It supports all major platforms and has fast transfer speeds with its proprietary CDN.

Users who want a one-time payment option and fast syncing. Free 10 GB; Premium from $4.99/mo or lifetime from $199.
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MEGA

Encrypted cloud storage with a 20 GB free tier.

MEGA provides end-to-end encryption by default on all files and gives 20 GB free. It includes MEGA Chat for encrypted messaging and has browser, desktop, and mobile clients. Transfer quotas apply on the free plan.

Privacy-focused users who need a large free encrypted storage tier. Free 20 GB; Pro Lite from $4.99/mo for 400 GB.
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Tresorit

Enterprise-grade end-to-end encrypted cloud storage.

Tresorit is a Swiss-based zero-knowledge cloud storage service designed for businesses with strict compliance needs. It offers detailed access controls, remote wipe, and compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001. Pricing is higher but reflects its enterprise feature set.

Businesses and regulated industries requiring verifiable zero-knowledge encryption. Personal from $12.50/mo for 500 GB; Business plans available.
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Proton Drive

Encrypted cloud storage from the makers of ProtonMail.

Proton Drive uses end-to-end encryption tied to the same Swiss-based Proton ecosystem as ProtonMail and Proton VPN. It is open-source, audited, and offers 1 GB free with paid plans starting at 1 GB. Drive integrates with Proton Docs for encrypted document editing.

Proton ecosystem users who want all privacy tools under one account. Free 1 GB; Proton Mail Plus from $3.99/mo includes 15 GB Drive.
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Filen

Zero-knowledge cloud storage with competitive pricing.

Filen is an open-source, zero-knowledge cloud storage service built in Germany. It offers 10 GB free, client-side encryption, and a clean interface. Filen is newer than competitors but has been growing with a strong privacy-first reputation.

Privacy users who want open-source zero-knowledge storage at a low price. Free 10 GB; 100 GB from $2.99/mo.
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Google Drive

Cloud storage deeply integrated with Google Workspace.

Google Drive offers 15 GB free and seamless integration with Docs, Sheets, and Gmail. It is not zero-knowledge — Google can access your files — but offers strong reliability, powerful search, and AI-powered features like Gemini.

Users prioritizing collaboration and productivity over privacy. 15 GB free; Google One from $1.99/mo for 100 GB.
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How we found these alternatives

Sync.com is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and is subject to PIPEDA privacy law rather than US surveillance statutes.

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