DRIVUNO vs Google Drive
A modern, zero-knowledge alternative to Google Drive for sensitive personal and professional files.
Google Drive is excellent for everyday collaboration but is not zero-knowledge: Google holds the keys, can scan content for safety and product features, and integrates tightly with an advertising business. DRIVUNO is designed so that your data cannot be read by us — by architecture.
| Feature | DRIVUNO | Google Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption model | End-to-end, client-side | Server-side; provider holds keys |
| Zero-knowledge | Yes, by architecture | No |
| Content scanning | None on file contents | Automated scanning for safety / features |
| AI training on your files | Not used | Subject to Google's published AI policies |
| Metadata retention | Minimised, documented | Extensive, integrated with Google account |
| Sharing model | Recipient-keyed envelopes | URL-based, server-readable |
| Business model | Subscriptions only | Subscriptions + advertising ecosystem |
| Free tier | 2 GB, fully encrypted | 15 GB shared with Gmail / Photos |
| Ads | None | None in Drive itself; account-wide ad model |
Comparison based on publicly available documentation at time of writing. DRIVUNO does not make absolute claims about competitor security; we describe architectural differences.
Frequently asked questions
Is this comparison fair?
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We compare architectural and feature characteristics that are publicly documented by each vendor. We avoid absolute claims, and we never describe a competitor as 'insecure' — only as 'not zero-knowledge by default' where that is the case.
Can I migrate my files easily?
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Yes. You can upload folders via the web app; everything is encrypted client-side as it lands. We are working on dedicated migration tooling for major providers.
Your sensitive files deserve more than a traditional cloud.
Start free with 2 GB. Zero-knowledge encryption from the first upload — no admin override, no AI scanning, no plaintext on the server.