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Cryptee vs Permafiles
Both stand on photo storage services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Cryptee pairs photo and video storage with a capable encrypted editor, including offline use and several import paths. Its free plan is small at 100 MB, with paid capacity starting at €3/mo for 10 GB.
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Permafiles combines managed Nextcloud storage with photo sharing, office editing and calls across a broad set of platforms. The free 5 GB plan offers a way to start, while paid plans begin at £1.99/mo.
Visit PermafilesThe facts
| Cryptee | Permafiles | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | 10 GB: €3 a month | Nextcloud Tiny: £1.99 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 8 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | crypt.ee | permafiles.com |
| On photo storage services | #1 of 71 | #3 of 71 |
Cryptee: what it does well
- Encrypts files on-device with AES-256 before upload.
- Photos supports RAW files and encrypted sharing links.
- Editor supports Markdown, DOCX, PDF, and ODT.
- Free plan includes 100 MB.
- Available across web, desktop, and mobile platforms.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 100 MB.
- 10 GB plan costs €3/mo.
- Larger storage plans cost €9/mo or €27/mo.
Permafiles: what it does well
- Free plan includes 5 GB of storage.
- Family photo and folder sharing supports access permissions.
- Nextcloud Office and Talk are included.
- Sync clients cover desktop and mobile platforms.
- Shared links can use passwords and expiration dates.
What to know first
- End-to-end encryption is optional and limited to supported folders and use cases.
- Customer file data is held with third-party storage in the UK.
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