DeGoogle your cloud: Migrate files from Google to MEGA
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MEGA VS GOOGLE
Switch to MEGA: The best private Google Drive alternative
Looking for private cloud storage with end-to-end encryption? Whether you need deGoogle options, encrypted cloud backup, or a safe way to store photos and documents online, MEGA is the secure cloud storage solution that puts your privacy first.
When privacy matters, MEGA delivers
| Features | MEGA | Google Drive |
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| Cost | !{freePlanStorage} free or €1.25 per TB per month* | 15 GB free or €4.17 per TB per month* |
| Zero-knowledge encryption |
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| Technically impossible to mine file data |
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| Password protected and expiring links |
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| No file size limits |
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| Rewind entire storage | ||
| File version history | ||
| Password manager and VPN included | ||
| Object storage included | ||
| GDPR compliant |
Try our new migration tool
Connect your Google Drive account and MEGA transfers your files and folders straight across — no downloading and re-uploading required. See what’s included, then start the migration.
Complete privacy, zero compromises
Your data, your rules
Zero-knowledge encryption
Your files are encrypted before leaving your device. Only you hold the keys, even MEGA can’t access them. Google Drive lacks full end-to-end encryption, leaving your data exposed.
No tracking or spying
Google and other cloud services may scan or analyse your files. At MEGA, there are no trackers, no scanning, and no hidden algorithms. We can’t read your files, so your photos, documents, and videos remain private. Your cloud stays yours.
Stronger sharing control
Take full control of your shared files and folders. Protect your links with passwords and set expiry dates to keep your files secure.
Storage without limits
No file size limits
Have large videos or huge archives? No problem. MEGA imposes no maximum file size for uploads, other than the limit of your chosen plan. Google Drive, by comparison, caps individual file uploads and may throttle heavy usage with daily restrictions. MEGA allows you to upload large files freely, with no surprise limits.
Easy file and folder recovery with Rewind
Made a mistake? No worries. You can roll back your files, or even your entire storage, to a previous date up to 60 days in the past. This is perfect against accidental deletions or ransomware. Google Drive only lets you recover files one by one.
Total privacy toolkit
MEGA VPN for an encrypted internet connection
Protect your browsing, block ads and trackers, and keep your location private. Learn more.
MEGA Pass for a secure password manager
Safely store and manage your logins and payment details. They’re encrypted, safe, and available anywhere. Learn more.
Hear it from our users
Real reviews from real people, shared on Trustpilot
Peace of Mind
“MEGA has been a game-changer for me. It’s fast, reliable, and truly respects privacy, which is rare these days…”
Read Trustpilot reviewI’ve been using MEGA for 3 years
“The secure storage, user-friendly interface, and many useful features are fantastic. Their focus on privacy and encryption gives me peace of mind…”
Read Trustpilot reviewThis is true end to end encryption
“This is a true end-to-end encryption cloud storage provider that allows you to back up all your files… I’ve trusted this cloud storage provider and have been using them for over 5 years.”
Read Trustpilot reviewFrequently asked questions
How is MEGA different from Google Drive?
MEGA is built for privacy from the ground up. With end-to-end encryption, only you can access your files. MEGA cannot mine, scan, or track your content, unlike Google Drive. You also get privacy-focused features such as password-protected links, links with expiry dates, and no file size limits, along with generous storage plans to suit your needs.
How does end-to-end encryption work?
End-to-end encryption means your files are encrypted on your device before they are uploaded, using keys only you possess. This ensures that nobody, not even MEGA, can access or read your data while it’s stored in the cloud or during transfer.
Is MEGA open source?
Yes, MEGA provides open-source clients for transparency and trust. You can review the code yourself to verify how your data is handled and how encryption is implemented, something not commonly offered by other cloud providers.
Does MEGA work across all my devices like Google Drive?
Absolutely. MEGA has apps for all major platforms – Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, plus a web interface. You can access, sync, and manage your files across all your devices effortlessly.
What’s the best alternative to Google Drive?
MEGA is one of the most complete Google Drive alternatives, especially if privacy matters to you. You get 20 GB of free storage compared to Google Drive’s 15 GB, end-to-end encryption Google Drive doesn’t offer, no file size limits, and a password manager and VPN bundled into paid plans.
How does MEGA compare to Google Drive?
MEGA gives you more storage for less, plus privacy protections Google Drive doesn’t have. On the yearly Pro III plan, MEGA costs €1.25 per TB per month versus Google’s €4.17, and every file is end-to-end encrypted, so nobody — not even MEGA — can access it. Google Drive doesn’t offer that same level of privacy by design.
Is MEGA a good free alternative to Google Drive?
Yes. MEGA’s free plan includes 20 GB of storage, more than Google Drive’s 15 GB, with no file size limits and the same end-to-end encryption as MEGA’s paid plans. You can upgrade for more storage, MEGA VPN, and MEGA Pass whenever you need to.
Is there a cloud storage service similar to Google Drive but more private?
Yes — MEGA works much like Google Drive, with drag-and-drop uploads, file sharing, and apps for all your devices, but it’s built for privacy first. Your files are encrypted before they leave your device, and MEGA can’t scan, mine, or read them the way Google Drive can.