Cloud storage with lifetime plan option and optional client-side encryption.
pCloud is a cloud storage platform founded in 2013 with a hiltonsoftware Score of 82/100. pCloud pricing starts at $3.99/mo/month with a free plan available. pCloud serves 16M+ users and competes with Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive in the cloud storage market. Key pCloud features include Lifetime plans, pCloud Drive virtual drive, and Encrypted folder. hiltonsoftware.co rates pCloud 4.5/5 based on user ratings (40%), feature depth (25%), value for money (20%), market presence (10%), and growth trajectory (5%).
Individuals wanting a one-time purchase cloud storage solution.
Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell, Cloud & Developer Tools Editor. Last updated: March 2026. Pricing verified. Methodology