ElephantDrive

ElephantDrive is a subscription cloud service for backing up, storing, synchronizing, accessing, and sharing files. It supports desktop computers, servers, mobile devices, and network-attached storage systems.

The service is particularly focused on hybrid NAS protection. Users can back up data directly from supported NAS hardware to ElephantDrive’s cloud storage while retaining local copies.

ElephantDrive’s company profile identifies Los Angeles as its headquarters and lists the business as founded in 2007. The company’s website also describes the service as operating since 2006.

ElephantDrive supports automated backups for Windows, macOS, Linux, Windows Server, iOS, Android, and supported NAS platforms. Users can manage backup jobs through the web portal.

Core functions include cloud storage, file synchronization through the Everywhere folder, remote file access, link and folder sharing, versioned backup access, and backup of external disks.

Official plan information lists end-to-end encryption, open and locked file backup, Windows Server backup, NAS backup, mobile applications, and cross-platform compatibility.

NAS integrations cover Asustor, D-Link, Drobo, Netgear ReadyNAS, QNAP, Seagate, Synology, TerraMaster, Thecus, and Western Digital devices. Compatibility can vary by model and operating-system version.

ElephantDrive’s official pricing page lists three subscription plans. Solo costs $10 per month or $100 per year and includes 1,000 GB of storage. The plan supports up to 15,000 GB and has a 10 GB maximum individual file size.

Family costs $20 per month or $200 per year and includes 2,000 GB. Its maximum storage is listed as 50,000 GB, with maximum individual file sizes ranging from 25 GB to 50 GB depending on capacity.

Business costs $40 per month or $400 per year and includes 2,000 GB. Additional storage costs $20 per 1,000 GB monthly or $200 per 1,000 GB annually. The plan lists unlimited maximum storage and a 200 GB maximum individual file size.

The official registration flow offers a 30-day free trial. It states that a payment card is required and that billing begins after the trial unless the subscription is cancelled.

Pros:

• Supports computers, mobile devices, Windows Server, Linux, and many NAS platforms.
• Combines backup, synchronization, storage, remote access, and sharing.
• Provides large base storage allocations on all listed paid plans.
• Offers direct backup integrations for several NAS manufacturers.
• Annual billing reduces the listed monthly equivalent by approximately 16 percent.

Cons:

• Maximum file sizes, device counts, and storage limits vary by plan.
• Public third-party review volumes are small and ratings differ substantially across platforms.
• No current first-party public developer portal or API documentation was located.
• Some NAS installations require model-specific packages, permissions, or manual updates.
• The free trial requires payment information and automatically converts to paid billing unless cancelled.

Backblaze is a comparable option for straightforward computer backup, while IDrive combines device backup, cloud storage, and broader account management features.

CrashPlan is an alternative focused on continuous endpoint backup for organizations. Arq Backup is another option for users who want backup software that can target selected cloud storage providers.

For teams prioritizing file collaboration over traditional backup, Dropbox, Box, and Google Drive provide comparable storage and sharing functions, though their primary workflows differ from ElephantDrive’s NAS-oriented backup model.

Does ElephantDrive offer a free trial?
Yes. The official registration flow offers a 30-day trial. It requires payment information and converts to paid billing if not cancelled.

Which operating systems does ElephantDrive support?
Official materials list Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and supported NAS platforms. Windows Server backup is also listed in the paid plans.

Does ElephantDrive support NAS devices?
Yes. Official NAS documentation lists integrations for Asustor, D-Link, Drobo, Netgear, QNAP, Seagate, Synology, TerraMaster, Thecus, and Western Digital.

Does ElephantDrive provide an API?
An independent API directory identifies an XML-based SOAP API. ElephantDrive’s current public website and help center do not provide a clearly maintained developer documentation portal, so current API availability should be confirmed with the vendor.

Does ElephantDrive integrate with Zapier?
No verified official Zapier integration was located in the reviewed sources.

What is the least expensive paid plan?
The Solo plan is listed at $10 per month or $100 per year and includes 1,000 GB.