PigCloud review
A low-cost secure storage service with sharing, recovery, and desktop access.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
PigCloud is a secure cloud-storage service for individuals and small teams. It encrypts file contents and file names before upload, with access through the web, desktop synchronization, a command-line interface, and a web terminal. The service supports Windows, macOS, Linux, and API access. Its permanent 10 GB free tier makes it accessible for basic storage, while paid plans are aimed at users who need higher storage, transfer limits, speeds, and version-history quotas.
Security and recovery are central to the product. PigCloud offers end-to-end encryption, password-protected public links, folder sharing, and sharing links with expiry dates. File version history supports restore and comparison, while a recycling bin retains deleted files for 30 days. Malware scanning runs in an isolated scanner service. Two-factor authentication and passkey support add account protections, and the service is hosted in Germany. These features make PigCloud a strong fit for people who want more control over shared files and recovery than a basic sync folder provides.
Pricing starts with the Free plan at €0 per month, followed by Core at €2.99 per month, Pro at €5.99 per month, and Scale at €11.99 per month. The published plan details list the same core highlights across tiers: end-to-end encryption, encrypted file names, secure sharing, and CLI and web terminal access. Paid plans add higher storage, transfer limits, speeds, and version-history quotas. PigCloud suits individuals and small teams seeking low-cost encrypted storage with desktop and command-line workflows. Buyers who require released native Android or iOS apps should look elsewhere for now.
PigCloud pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Encrypts file contents and names before upload
- Includes sharing controls, version history, and file recovery
- Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, CLI, web, and API access
- Where it doesn't
- Native Android and iOS apps are still in development
- Paid plan highlights do not distinguish features by tier
- The optional AI assistant may not suit strictly focused storage needs
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