![]() ![]() ![]() It shows that Mega takes privacy and security seriously. From a security standpoint, we always like to see 2FA from a security standpoint. Secure access to your account can also be done by optionally enabling two-factor authentication. When you first sign in to the desktop app it displays the key along with options to save or print it. Truth be told this is not completely true: there is a recovery key in your account, but you need to jot this down somewhere else to create a proper safety net. Also keep in mind that this means that if you forget your password, you can't get your data back (you'll need to acknowledge you understand this before you create an account). The platform is totally end-to-end encrypted, which means not even Mega - or anyone issuing warrants to Mega - can make any sense of your data. Uploading and syncing is a breeze, the majority of the file sharing options you're going to need are included, and your files are available from just about anywhere.Īn important reason that Mega attracts customers is due to its approach to security. However, on the whole it's a slick cloud storage solution to put the focus on protecting your data. That, and some of the more advanced features found in other products. What’s missing from Mega is the free office software suite that other cloud providers include. There’s even a secure chat client built into the platform as well, especially useful for using Mega in a small business setting for secure communication between employees. What makes Mega stand out is these security features, with end-to-end encryption supported, and a clear emphasis on protecting your privacy throughout. As the company claims “Zero Knowledge" of your data, this is presumably done on an honor system. When we tried to generate a link to share one of our test files, we received a stern warning from Mega not to share any Copyrighted material. These features are sadly available to Pro subscribers only. It includes the option to either include the encryption key with the link which is quite convenient, or to transmit the encryption key separately, though a different channel, a nice feature to impress more security-conscious users, but perhaps not the general masses.įor an even additional layer of security, links can also be password protected, with dates of expiration assigned. ![]() If you prefer to set things up yourself manually as we did, you can also skip this and add syncs later.Īny size file can be uploaded, as long as you stay within your overall quota, with the service supporting versioning as well, enabling the retrieval of older versions of documents.īaked right into the Mega service is file and folder sharing. On first launch of the desktop client you're offered the option of Full Sync of all files in your home directory, or Selective Sync. You can have it monitor specific folders on your computer, along with uploading files through the web interface. Mega strikes a good balance between features and simplicity, running on just about every device. We really liked the desktop version, which has some extra features: the ability to throttle how much bandwidth it's using, and the option to exclude certain files from the syncing process based on their names. Upload and download speeds are plenty fast when we tested them out – so with a good broadband connection, you should be fine. Like Mega itself, the chat supports end to end encryption so even company employees won't be able to read your messages. That this cloud storage service is built by people who are passionate about technology shows through, with an integrated, encrypted chat platform called MegaChat used to speak securely with other users, when the need arises. The app is unobtrusive and remains in the system tray when not in use.Īlso impressive are the number of extensions that Mega offers, including an extension to the Thunderbird email client, to a command line interface. You can granularly control to sync your entire Mega cloud locker to your computer, or just your selected files and folders using the 'add sync' button. Just like the online interface, all is clean and well laid-out inside the desktop client to monitor any folders that you designate, syncing files analogous to Dropbox. The functions, such as sharing files and folders are always mere clicks away, making it one of the more user-friendly cloud storage solutions that we've come across.Īlong with access to Mega through the browser, there is also the option of using the MegaSync app for Windows, macOS or Linux. The web app enables viewing (or listening to) media files, documents and so on from within your browser. ![]() Everything is neatly laid out and accessible – whether you need to upload files or get information about your account- all is reassuringly straightforward. Mega’s web interface provides a slick and smooth experience. ![]()
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