# DragBin vs pCloud — Secure and private alternative

pCloud's default encryption is server-side, with metadata protection gated behind paid Crypto add-ons, closed-source code, and tracking services used for marketing. DragBin gives every user post-quantum encryption, true zero-knowledge architecture, and open-source transparency by default.

## Why switch from pCloud

- No post-quantum encryption.
- Metadata protection only for paid users (pCloud Crypto).
- Server-side encryption by default for free users.
- Closed source and lacks transparency.
- Expensive lifetime plans with limited features.
- Uses tracking services for marketing.

## DragBin advantages

- Post-quantum encryption for all users.
- True zero-knowledge architecture — we can never see your files.
- Open-source transparency.
- 25 GB free storage (vs 10 GB on pCloud).
- Unlimited file size uploads and bandwidth.
- Unified team pricing (vs per-user pricing).

## What pCloud does well

- Lifetime storage plans.
- Cross-platform support across desktop and mobile.

## Who should switch

Privacy-focused users tired of paying extra for the Crypto add-on, teams wanting unified pricing instead of per-seat plans, and anyone who values open-source verification of cryptographic claims.

## Related

- [Pricing](/pricing)
- [Zero-knowledge encryption](/zero-knowledge-encryption)
- [Post-quantum encryption](/post-quantum-encryption)
- [DragBin vs Icedrive](/alternatives/icedrive)
- [DragBin vs Sync](/alternatives/sync)
- [All alternatives](/alternatives)