Sync.com review: Free 5GB Backup

Sync.com comes with great security out of the box, with end-to-end encryption across all of its plans. Syncing is a breeze, and you have a great deal of control over any files you share with others. All of this comes with competitive pricing that most other providers struggle to match.

Main Features

Sync.com Features and Highlights:

Security and Privacy: One of the main selling points of Sync.com is its strong focus on security and privacy. It uses end-to-end encryption, meaning that only you and those you share files with can access the content. Sync.com does not have access to your encryption keys, ensuring that your data remains private.
Zero-Knowledge Architecture: Sync.com employs a zero-knowledge architecture, which means that your files are encrypted on your device before they are uploaded to the server. This prevents even Sync.com from being able to decrypt your files.
User Control: Users have the ability to control who can access their shared files and folders. You can set permissions, passwords, and expiration dates for shared links.
Collaboration: Sync.com allows for collaboration by allowing you to share files and folders with others. You can also set permissions for different users to ensure controlled access.
Cross-Platform: Sync.com offers applications for various platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. This enables you to access your files from different devices.
Versioning and File Recovery: The service provides version history, allowing you to access previous versions of files. This can be useful in case of accidental changes or deletions.
File Sharing: You can easily share files with others using shareable links, and you can choose whether recipients can only view the files or also edit them.
Selective Sync: This feature allows you to choose which files and folders are synced to your local device, helping you manage storage space.
2FA and Remote Wipe: Sync.com offers two-factor authentication (2FA) for an added layer of security. Additionally, you can remotely wipe your synced devices if they are lost or stolen.
Pricing: Sync.com offers both free and paid plans. The paid plans come with increased storage and additional features.

Pricing Plans

There’s a free 5GB account available (not to be mistaken for the free trial of the paid tier—see the screenshot below). End-users can upgrade that storage to 200GB for $5 a month, 2TB for $8 a month, and 6TB for $20 a month.