About pCloud
What is pCloud?
pCloud is cloud storage from pCloud International AG, a Swiss company that follows strict data privacy standards. It offers a free plan with up to 10 GB, paid yearly plans, and one-time lifetime plans, and lets you choose whether your files are stored in Europe or the USA.
pCloud frees up space on your computer while keeping files available, syncs chosen folders automatically, works offline, and backs up photos and videos from your phone. It stores files of any size and shares files and folders with password protection and expiry dates. Deleted files can be restored from Trash, earlier versions from Revisions and whole folders from Rewind, with an Extended File History add-on for up to 365 days. Files are protected with 256-bit AES encryption and two-factor authentication, and the paid pCloud Encryption add-on encrypts files on your device so that no one else can read them. The mobile app can also scan documents.
Who is pCloud for?
- CA firms and professionals who prefer a one-time lifetime payment over subscriptions.
- Users who want client-side encryption for sensitive client files.
- Anyone who wants cloud files on their computer without filling the disk.
What type of software is pCloud?
pCloud is listed under Cloud Storage.
What are pCloud's core capabilities?
- Plans: 10 GB free, yearly plans from 500 GB to 10 TB, and one-time lifetime plans.
- Drive and sync: Free up local disk space while keeping files available, with automatic sync and offline access.
- Sharing: Share files and folders with passwords and expiry dates, with no file size limit.
- Recovery: Trash, Revisions, Rewind and an Extended File History add-on for up to 365 days.
- Security: 256-bit AES encryption, two-factor authentication and the optional pCloud Encryption add-on.
- Data location: Choose Europe or USA data centres.
Answers above are based on pCloud's website, read on 30 Oct 2026.
Who makes pCloud?
pCloud is made by pCloud International AG, based in Switzerland.
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Key features
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- ?Free PlanFree storage you can keep using without paying.
- ?Desktop Sync AppA Windows or Mac app that keeps folders on your computer in sync with the cloud.
- ?Mobile AppsAndroid and iOS apps to view, upload and back up files from your phone.
- ?Offline AccessKeep chosen files available without an internet connection.
- ?Files On-DemandSee every cloud file on your computer without it taking up local disk space.
- ?Large File UploadsUpload or transfer very large files, such as audit files or scanned archives.
- ?Password & Expiring LinksShare links protected by a password or set to expire on a date.
- ?File RequestsSend clients a link to upload documents straight into a folder, without an account.
- ?Shared Team FoldersTeam folders or shared drives that belong to the firm, not to one person.
- ?Real-Time Document EditingEdit Word, Excel or other documents together in the browser.
- ?CommentsComment on files to give feedback or ask questions.
- ?Encryption at Rest & in TransitFiles are encrypted on the provider's servers and while being uploaded or downloaded.
- ?Client-Side EncryptionFiles are encrypted on your device so the provider cannot read them.
- ?Two-Factor AuthenticationA second step, such as an OTP or authenticator app, when signing in.
- ?Version HistoryRestore earlier versions of a file after changes.
- ?Deleted File RecoveryRecover deleted files from a trash or recycle bin for a set number of days.
- ?Ransomware ProtectionDetect ransomware and roll files back to before an attack.
- ?Admin Controls & Audit LogsManage users and devices, set sharing policies and see who accessed what.
- ?Search with OCRSearch inside files, including text in scanned documents and images.
- ?AI AssistantAI that summarises files, answers questions about them or finds content.
- ?Document ScanningScan paper documents to PDF with your phone camera.
- ?E-SignatureRequest or add electronic signatures on documents.
- ?Business PlansTeam plans with pooled storage, admin controls and per-user billing.
- ?Lifetime PlanPay once for storage you keep, instead of a subscription.
- ?Data Region ChoiceChoose the country or region where your files are stored.