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Encrypted cloud storage with generous free tier and secure messaging

Store personal files securely with a generous free tier and encryption by default

VG SCORE
9.5
CLOUD (SAAS)

Product Details

CompanyMEGA
HeadquartersAuckland, New Zealand
Founded2013
PricingFreemium — from $5.34/mo
Free TrialAvailable
DeploymentCloud (SaaS)
Learning CurveModerate
Integrations8 available

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PROS & CONS

STRENGTHS

  • 20 GB free storage is one of the most generous free tiers among encrypted cloud providers
  • End-to-end encryption enabled by default with user-controlled encryption keys
  • Built-in encrypted chat and video calling makes it more than just a storage service

WEAKNESSES

  • Transfer quota limits on free accounts can interrupt large downloads and uploads
  • Controversial history with founder Kim Dotcom, and he has publicly criticized the current company

KEY FEATURES

Encrypted Storage

All files are encrypted client-side before upload with user-controlled keys

MEGAchat

End-to-end encrypted messaging and video conferencing built into the platform

File Versioning

Automatic version tracking for modified files with the ability to restore older versions

MEGA CMD

Command-line tool for scripted uploads, downloads, and account management

WHO IS MEGA BEST FOR?

Individual Users

Store personal files securely with a generous free tier and encryption by default

Creative Professionals

Share large media files with clients using encrypted links with optional password protection

INTEGRATIONS

Linux (native)macOS (native)Windows (native)iOSAndroidFirefox ExtensionChrome ExtensionZapier

TECHNICAL DETAILS

LEARNING CURVE
MODERATE — FEW HOURS
FREE TRIAL

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STARTING AT
$5.34/MO

DOSSIER

COMPANY
MEGA
HQ
Auckland, New Zealand
FOUNDED
2013
LAST VERIFIED MAR 26, 2026

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PRICING MODEL

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Individual UsersCreative Professionals

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