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Free account with up to 10 GB of storage and access through supported web, desktop and mobile applications.
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pCloud
pCloud is a cloud storage and file synchronization service for personal and business users, with sharing, backup, media, encryption and collaboration tools.
Editorial overview
Aggregated Overview
pCloud provides broad storage, synchronization, sharing, backup, media and encryption capabilities across major platforms. G2 reviews are generally favorable, while Trustpilot shows more mixed customer sentiment, especially around support and reliability.
This profile combines documented product information and independent evidence where available. It is not a hands-on test unless TechZella explicitly identifies one.
Overview
pCloud is a cloud storage service for storing, synchronizing, backing up, sharing and previewing files. It offers browser access, desktop applications, mobile applications and a virtual drive that can expose cloud files without storing every item locally.
The service supports personal, family and business accounts. Users can select a United States or European Union data region when creating an account. Business plans add team administration, shared folders, access levels, activity logs and extended file history.
pCloud Decision Snapshot
A quick way to understand who this product may suit, where its limits matter, and which facts are most relevant before you compare alternatives.
Platforms
Android, API, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web
TechZella assessment
8.2/10
pCloud Pros & Cons
Pros
- Supports web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS access.
- Provides a virtual drive that can reduce local storage requirements.
- Includes file sharing, requests, password protection and expiration controls.
- Offers client-side encryption through a dedicated Crypto folder.
- Provides API, WebDAV and third-party backup capabilities.
- Offers a free account and annual storage plans.
Cons
- Real-time simultaneous document editing is not supported.
- Client-side encryption is a separate feature rather than the default for all stored files.
- Business pricing and some plan details vary by currency and region.
- Independent review platforms show mixed feedback about customer support and reliability.
- The free account has lower storage and sharing limits than paid plans.
pCloud Pricing & Plans
Premium 500 GB
$49.99
year
500 GB storage with annual billing, according to the official individual pricing page.
Check current pricing →Premium Plus 2 TB
$99.99
year
2 TB storage with annual billing, according to the official individual pricing page.
Check current pricing →Ultra 10 TB
$299.99
year
10 TB storage with annual billing, according to the official individual pricing page.
Check current pricing →Business
£9.99 per user
month
Business pricing page displays three users with 3 TB total storage and a 30-day free trial. Regional currency and promotional terms may vary.
Check current pricing →Business Pro
£14.98 per user
month
Business pricing page displays three users with 6 TB total storage and a 30-day free trial. Regional currency and promotional terms may vary.
Check current pricing →Pricing may change. Verify current plans on the vendor's website.
pCloud Competitors & Alternatives
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pCloud Features
Storage and Sync
- Cloud file storage
- Virtual pCloud Drive
- Real-time synchronization
- Offline access
- Unlimited file size uploads on supported plans
- Web, desktop and mobile access
Backup and Recovery
- Computer backup
- Automatic mobile photo and video backup
- Third-party backups
- File recovery
- File version history
- Rewind and trash recovery
Sharing and Collaboration
- Share links
- Password-protected links
- Link expiration dates
- Shared folders
- File requests
- Branded links
- Team access levels
- File and folder comments on business plans
Security and Privacy
- Client-side encryption through pCloud Encryption
- Crypto folder
- 256-bit AES encryption
- TLS/SSL channel protection
- Two-factor authentication support
- Choice of United States or European Union data region
Media and Productivity
- Built-in audio player
- Built-in video player
- Photo management
- Document preview
- Document scanning on mobile
- Enhanced search on business plans
Integrations and Developer Tools
- WebDAV
- Google Drive backup
- Google Photos backup
- Dropbox backup
- OneDrive backup
- Facebook backup
- Instagram import support
- HTTP/JSON API
- Binary API
- OAuth 2.0
- SDK resources
pCloud Specifications
| Product type | Cloud storage and file synchronization software |
|---|---|
| Deployment | Cloud-based SaaS |
| Web access | my.pcloud.com |
| Desktop platforms | Windows, macOS and Linux |
| Mobile platforms | Android and iOS |
| API | HTTP/JSON and binary protocols with OAuth 2.0 documentation |
| Integration method | WebDAV and built-in third-party backup connectors |
| Supported cloud backups | Google Drive, Google Photos, Dropbox, OneDrive and Facebook |
| Free plan | Up to 10 GB storage |
| Business free trial | 30 days |
| Data regions | United States or European Union |
| Encryption | Client-side encryption available through pCloud Encryption |
| Headquarters | Baar, Switzerland |
Our evidence-based assessment
TechZella Score
A proprietary editorial score based on product capabilities, usability, value, performance, support and user sentiment evidence.
8.2/10Moderate confidence
pCloud provides broad storage, synchronization, sharing, backup, media and encryption capabilities across major platforms. G2 reviews are generally favorable, while Trustpilot shows more mixed customer sentiment, especially around support and reliability.
Methodology v1.0. The assessment weighs feature coverage (25%), ease of use (15%), value for money (20%), performance (15%), support (10%) and user sentiment (15%), using researched product evidence and verified review evidence where available. It is a TechZella editorial assessment, not a direct user-review average.
pCloud FAQs
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Does pCloud have a free plan?
Yes. pCloud offers a free account with up to 10 GB of storage.
Which platforms does pCloud support?
pCloud supports web access, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS applications.
Does pCloud provide an API?
Yes. The pCloud API supports HTTP/JSON and binary protocols, with OAuth 2.0 documentation and SDK resources.
Does pCloud offer integrations?
Yes.
pCloud supports WebDAV and third-party backups from Google Drive, Google Photos, Dropbox, OneDrive and Facebook. The help center also documents Instagram imports.
pCloud supports WebDAV and third-party backups from Google Drive, Google Photos, Dropbox, OneDrive and Facebook. The help center also documents Instagram imports.
Is there a free trial?
Yes.
Business plans include a 30-day free trial. Individual users can use the free account rather than a time-limited trial.
Business plans include a 30-day free trial. Individual users can use the free account rather than a time-limited trial.
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