Cryptee
8.6#1 in photo storage servicesFrom €3 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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Hex Citadel
6.2#29 in secure cloud storageFree planFree planWebAPImacOSSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Cryptee | Hex Citadel |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Cryptee says files are encrypted on the device with AES-256 before upload, using keys the company cannot access. | Files are encrypted on the client with AES-256-GCM before upload, and the site describes a zero-knowledge server architecture. |
| Open source | Cryptee says its software and cryptography are open source and can be reviewed independently. | The server and client are MIT licensed, with code publicly auditable on GitHub. |
Cryptee plans
- FreeFree
- 10 GB€3 a month
- 400 GB€9 a month
- 2000 GB€27 a month
Hex Citadel plans
- Self-HostedFree
- HostedPriced on request
Pick Cryptee if…
Cryptee suits people who want encrypted storage for photos and videos alongside a private workspace for notes and documents. Its cross-platform access, offline use, and import support may also suit people moving notes or photo libraries from other services.
Pick Hex Citadel if…
It suits users wanting open-source, self-hosted file synchronization with client-side encryption and control over storage infrastructure.