Category
Productivity
Version
3.7.2(272)
Android OS
Varies with device
Downloads
80M
👍 MEGA's end-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge architecture ensure only you control access to your files. Data is encrypted client-side before upload, protecting content from unauthorized access and even MEGA staff. Combined with optional two-factor authentication and strong cryptographic standards, MEGA prioritizes privacy for both personal and business users.
👍 Generous cloud storage and fast syncing let you store and access large files across devices. MEGA offers substantial free storage with scalable paid plans, desktop and mobile clients, automatic camera backups, selective sync, and high-speed transfers to keep files available and up-to-date whether you’re working on a computer, tablet, or phone.
👍 Secure sharing and collaboration tools simplify teamwork while keeping control over access. MEGA supports link sharing with expiration dates and optional passwords, granular permission settings, file versioning and recovery, user and group management for business accounts, and an integrated encrypted chat for direct communication without exposing files.
👎 MEGA enforces transfer and bandwidth limits that can disrupt sharing large files. Free accounts have strict download quotas and even paid plans can experience throttling or temporary link suspension. These limits make MEGA less reliable for frequent large-file distribution or public sharing compared with some competitors.
👎 MEGA’s end-to-end (“zero-knowledge”) encryption protects privacy but prevents the service from recovering lost credentials. If you forget your password or lose your recovery key, your data is permanently inaccessible. This model also restricts server-side features like full-text search, advanced previews, and some collaboration functions.
👎 Desktop and mobile sync clients have improved but still face stability and performance issues with large folders and frequent file changes. MEGA also offers fewer third-party integrations and collaboration tools than rivals, and its pricing can be less competitive for teams needing advanced productivity or business-focused features.