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Cloud storage is brilliant.

But Ive tried free cloud storage providers and hit a brick wall regarding space, access and features.

Representational image of a user accessing data from the cloud

Instantly turning on two-factor authentication was reassuring and end-to-end encryption means rock-solid security.

Its an impressive start, though, and it rocketed IDrive to the top of my list of contenders.

Speeds held up impressively despite all of that security and the Internxt interface is attractive and effective.

An abstract image of cloud storage.

Ill admit that Internxt isnt as feature-rich as some other providers.

Collaboration and file versioning is pretty rudimentary.

At 94 for an annual individual plan with 2TB of space, its not the cheapest option either.

IDrive

But for security, theres nothing better.

I was impressed, and Nordlocker kept doing good work.

Its a top contender.

Internxt

Fantastic value

pCloud

I wanted even more value, though, so I triedpCloud.

For a one-off payment of $399/399 you could get a lifetime 2TB package.

I really liked pCloud because it delivers surety, decent value and easy social media and multi-equipment usage.

Sync.com

Its pretty straightforward, really.

Thats crucial considering how high the cost of living is at the moment.

For me, though, IDrive is the winner and I intend to use it for years.

NordLocker

Cloud storage is crucial, and Im glad Ive got the right one.

pCloud