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SpiderOak

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Zero-knowledge encrypted cloud backup and sync service

Store sensitive personal and business data with provable zero-knowledge encryption

VG SCORE
9.5
CLOUD (SAAS)

Product Details

CompanySpiderOak
HeadquartersChicago, Illinois, USA
Founded2007
PricingPaid — from $6/mo
DeploymentCloud (SaaS)
Learning CurveModerate
Integrations6 available

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PROS & CONS

STRENGTHS

  • True zero-knowledge encryption means SpiderOak cannot access your data even if compelled
  • Point-in-time recovery lets you restore files from any moment in backup history
  • Endorsed by Edward Snowden for privacy which speaks to security credibility

WEAKNESSES

  • Sync speeds are slower than mainstream alternatives due to encryption overhead
  • Interface feels dated compared to modern cloud storage services

KEY FEATURES

Zero-Knowledge Backup

End-to-end encryption where only you hold the keys to decrypt your data

Cross-Platform Sync

Sync folders across Windows, Mac, and Linux with encryption maintained

Point-in-Time Recovery

Restore any file version from any point in your backup history

Share Rooms

Securely share folders with others while maintaining zero-knowledge encryption

WHO IS SpiderOak BEST FOR?

Privacy-Conscious Users

Store sensitive personal and business data with provable zero-knowledge encryption

Journalists

Protect sources and sensitive documents from government or corporate access

INTEGRATIONS

WindowsmacOSLinuxiOSAndroidCommand Line

TECHNICAL DETAILS

LEARNING CURVE
MODERATE — FEW HOURS

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STARTING AT
$6/MO

DOSSIER

COMPANY
SpiderOak
HQ
Chicago, Illinois, USA
FOUNDED
2007
LAST VERIFIED MAR 27, 2026

FILED UNDER

PRICING MODEL

BEST FOR

Privacy-Conscious UsersJournalists

FINAL ASSESSMENT

APPROVED — WORTH YOUR MONEY