Cryptomator review
A low-cost, open-source way to encrypt cloud files across major platforms.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Cryptomator is an open-source client-side encryption application for individuals and teams that store files with cloud providers. It creates encrypted vaults in a user-selected cloud location, encrypting file contents, filenames, and directory structures before synchronization. Desktop and mobile apps support Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, while deployment options also include web and self-hosted environments. It suits people who want to keep using familiar cloud storage while adding client-side protection.
The individual offering is built around €29.99 one-time upgrades. Cryptomator Individual includes unlimited vaults, any cloud storage, full desktop access, and community support. Separate €29.99 one-time options add desktop dark mode, full Android access, or full iOS access. The free plan and a 30-day free trial provide an entry point, although free mobile versions are read-only. The product connects with Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, pCloud, Amazon S3, Box, iCloud, WebDAV, Nextcloud, ownCloud, and Seafile, making it suitable for mixed cloud-storage environments.
For teams, Cryptomator Hub adds zero-knowledge key brokering, user and group management, mobile access, audit logs, email support, and managed hosting depending on the plan. Hub Community supports open-source, self-hosted deployment, while Hub Enterprise costs €10,000 per year and adds Emergency Access, expert training and assistance, a dedicated account manager, and priority email support. Cryptomator is a strong fit for affordable encrypted file storage and cloud-provider flexibility. Organizations needing key rotation or protection beyond files should consider a broader security platform instead.
Cryptomator pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Encrypts file contents, filenames, and directory structures
- Works with major cloud services, WebDAV, and self-hosted storage
- Open-source apps cover Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
- Where it doesn't
- Free mobile versions are read-only
- Key rotation is not listed
- Protection is focused on files rather than broader data types
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