When it comes to cloud storage, security is one area where many providers fall short. MEGA, on the other hand, is one of the most security-conscious providers we’ve seen.
MEGA offers zero-knowledge, end-to-end encryption for all your important files, and includes 20GB of storage space (with the ability to store files of any size), completely free of charge.
Formally run by controversial digital entrepreneur, Kim Dotcom, MEGA lets you store and share photographs, documents, videos, audio, and any other files safely and securely. Transfer speeds are usually fast, although some users report occasional issues, which is true for most similar services.
MEGA deploys end-to-end encryption, which means that your data is encrypted both during the transfer and encrypted at rest in the cloud. This prevents even MEGA from accessing your files, since you take sole ownership of the encryption keys.
Collaboration is made easy with MEGA and you can share files safely and securely with friends, family or colleagues. The Sync Client for your computer desktop makes for easy syncronisation across a variety of devices and allows you to drag and drop files into a virtual drive (available for Windows, Mac and Linux).
MEGA provides mobile apps for your smartphone, so you can manage your files when on the move. These are available for Android and Apple iOS devices.
If you need any further information, MEGA has a thorough ‘Help’ section that covers everything from installation and syncing to software issues and security. Commercial upgrades are available via MEGA’s ‘Pro’ accounts.