Compare FileCloud vs. Proton Drive

FileCloud is a hyper-secure EFSS (enterprise file sync and share) platform providing industry leading compliance, data governance, data leak protection, data retention and digital rights management capabilities. FileCloud is a leader in content governance and collaboration for unstructured data, trusted and used worldwide across Global 1000 enterprises, educational institutions, government organizations, and service providers. Granular control of content sharing is fully integrated into the stack through comprehensive audit logs and access permissions, and the Compliance Center helps with regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and NIST 800-171 (among others). FileCloud also provides Zero Trust File Sharing® an industry first innovation that allows users to share sensitive data via an encrypted zip file that cannot be accessed by unauthorized users, even in the event of a data breach. FileCloud helps customers solve complex challenges in enterprise file sharing, privacy, compliance automation and governance across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. In addition to its enterprise file sharing solution, FileCloud’s product portfolio also includes Signority (acquired in May 2024), a Canadian-based e-signature and document workflow platform.

Proton Drive is the secure workspace for storing sensitive data and collaborating with confidence across teams, clients, and external partners. With full end-to-end encryption, you can share files, contracts, and business documents securely — and stay in control at all times. Set passwords, expiration dates, or revoke access instantly. Files are encrypted on your device before upload, and only you and your collaborators can access them. Even Proton can’t see your data. Each user gets 1 TB of storage, and you can scale as your organization grows. Proton Drive is developed in Switzerland by the makers of Proton Mail. We’re independent, built on privacy-first principles, and free from Big Tech surveillance, lock-in, or monetization of user data. We offer more than secure storage: - Real-time collaboration with Proton Docs - Granular sharing controls for external and internal access - File recovery for peace of mind - Cross-device access, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android We also help you meet compliance requirements out of the box. Proton Drive supports: - GDPR, HIPAA, DORA, NIS2, and ISO 27001 - Independently audited SOC 2 Type II compliance - No complex setup or third-party integrations required. By choosing Proton Drive, you show your clients, partners, and regulators that privacy and security are built into your workflows — not an afterthought.