DRIVUNO vs pCloud
pCloud sells encryption as an add-on folder. DRIVUNO encrypts everything, everywhere, by default.
pCloud is a well-known storage service with an optional paid 'pCloud Encryption' folder for client-side encrypted files; everything outside that folder is encrypted with provider-held keys. DRIVUNO applies zero-knowledge encryption to every file, every filename and every share by default — no separate vault, no upsell, and with Live Clone continuously mirroring the folders you choose.
| Feature | DRIVUNO | pCloud |
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| Zero-knowledge scope | Entire account, always | Only inside the paid Crypto folder |
| Extra cost for encryption | None | Separate paid add-on |
| Encrypted filenames & structure | Yes | Only in the Crypto folder |
| Preview of encrypted media | Client-side decrypted previews | Limited inside Crypto folder |
| Continuous folder mirroring (Live Clone) | Yes — live 24/7, encrypted on device, version history | Drive sync, not a zero-knowledge one-way mirror |
| Encrypted mailbox | Built-in | Not included |
| Team folders with per-member keys | Yes, sealed per member | Standard shared folders |
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 at the time of writing. We never describe a competitor as 'insecure' — only as 'not zero-knowledge by default' where that is the case.
What does zero-knowledge change in practice?
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Your files are encrypted on your device with keys derived from your passphrase (Argon2id) before upload. DRIVUNO stores ciphertext and wrapped keys only, so there is no admin override, no content scanning, and nothing readable to disclose under legal pressure.
Can I mirror my computer folders continuously?
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Yes. Live Clone watches one folder, several folders or a whole external disk on PC or Mac and clones every change to your vault in real time, encrypted on your device, with version history retained.
Can I migrate my existing files?
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Yes. Upload folders through the web app — everything is encrypted client-side as it lands — or point Live Clone at the local copy of your current cloud folder and let it mirror itself.
How do I start?
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Create a free account with 1 GB, encrypt your first upload in under a minute, and upgrade only when you need the space.
Your sensitive files deserve more than a traditional cloud.
Start free with 1 GB. Zero-knowledge encryption from the first upload — no admin override, no AI scanning, no plaintext on the server.