Filen

Zero-knowledge end-to-end encrypted cloud storage with sync, mounts and notes

Dortmund, Germany · Founded 2020 · Freemium
A European alternative to Dropbox Apple iCloud Box Google Drive Microsoft OneDrive MEGA

About Filen

Filen is a zero-knowledge end-to-end encrypted cloud storage service founded in 2021 by a small team in Dortmund, Germany, with all servers also located in Germany under GDPR. Files are encrypted client-side with AES-256 so even Filen cannot read them. Apps cover Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and the web, with a network-drive mount, Smart Sync, real-time collaboration, and encrypted notes and contacts. The free tier includes 10 GiB; paid plans start at $0.99/month for 100 GB and $8.99/month for 2 TB, with a one-off $269 lifetime 2 TB option also available.

Quick facts

Pricing model Freemium
Free trial
Open source
Self-hostable No
Public API No
Target audience BOTH
Company size fit All
DPA available Yes
Data stored in EU Yes
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