HiDrive Cloud Storage Comparison

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HiDrive - what can the cloud storage do?

Cloud storage provide a central storage medium for files or applications. Anyone with access to the storage can access the data stored there regardless of device. HiDrive is the name of the cloud storage offering from IONOS and Strato. With their cloud storage the providers offer a number of functions and features that give them certain advantages compared with the competition.

What features does HiDrive offer?

All HiDrive servers and data centres are located in Germany. This means customers benefit from Germany’s strict data protection laws and the GDPR. In addition, the company’s server facilities are TÜV-certified to ISO/IEC 27001. Customers can rely on the certificate as assurance that effective security mechanisms are implemented to protect their data.

With the HiDrive cloud storage the German providers offer extensive features suitable for both private and business use. These include the following capabilities:

• Storage space options: Various plans and pricing options that allow the available storage capacity to be adjusted flexibly.
• Security and access rights: In addition to two-factor authentication, the cloud storage provides access controls so that specific files and folders can be password-protected or access to them can be time-limited. Different users can also be granted different access rights. On request, Strato offers data encryption as an additional option.
• Data backup: Customers can use the online storage as a backup solution. Regular backups are also ensured to prevent data loss.
• App integration: Mobile apps for Android and iOS as well as a desktop application that allow access to data in HiDrive’s cloud storage at any time. In addition, customers can integrate their own applications via an API.

Advantages of HiDrive

Using the online storage offers customers several advantages compared with backing up data on local devices. These include:

• device-independent access to data
• a central storage location for data that teams or families can access with different permissions
• Cloud storage can be used as an online backup of important data.

Find out how HiDrive differs from competitors:
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What tariff options are available for HiDrive?

Strato and IONOS distinguish between private and business use of HiDrive when it comes to tariff options. Consequently, there are specifically tariff options tailored to each customer group. The cost of a given tariff increases with the available storage volume and the number of user accounts.

For business customers, HiDrive can be used to create digital office environments. Encryption and office functions are included in these tariffs. The German server locations further support commercial use of the online storage.

To make it easier for new customers to get started with the storage service and to give them the opportunity to get to know the features, there is a discounted or even free trial period for most tariffs.

Alternative cloud storage

Besides HiDrive, there are many other alternative online storage services. So how does Strato's cloud storage product compare to competitors such as Dropbox, Mega or Google Drive?

Dropbox

Dropbox is one of the best-known cloud storage services worldwide. It is characterised by seamless file synchronisation and integration with numerous applications and third-party platforms. Compared with HiDrive, however, Dropbox is somewhat more costly.

Google Drive

Google Drive is Google's cloud storage and is therefore integrated with all Google services such as Gmail or Google Docs. The cloud storage service of the US tech company is characterised by a generous free storage allowance and affordable tariff options. However, the data are stored on US servers, which can be problematic with regard to data protection.

Mega

Mega is a free cloud storage service that is entirely focused on data protection and its customers' privacy. It offers a substantial free storage allowance, end-to-end encryption and intelligent access control. In direct comparison with HiDrive, it is noticeable that Strato offers some of these features only as paid add-ons.

Find out more in our comparison about suitable HiDrive alternatives for your project.