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Jottacloud vs Google Drive

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Google Drive? Here's how Jottacloud compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: Jottacloud. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

Jottacloud
Google Drive
What it is
Norwegian cloud storage with EU-hosted data and unlimited personal plans
Cloud storage and file synchronization service for teams and individuals.
Headquarters
🇳🇴 NO
🇺🇸 US
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Google Workspace Enterprise plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001:2013
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701
Price from
€7.90/user/mo
$6/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
No
Open Source
No
No
Ratings
TRUSTPILOT 4.5/5 (537)
No
Integrations
Zapier, CloudsLinker, Microsoft Office Web (no Microsoft account needed), API access via Personal Login Token
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, Meet, etc.), Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Office (via plugins), Trello +5

Where each one wins

Jottacloud

Strengths

  • +Intuitive and straightforward interface that just works without sync conflicts
  • +Fast upload and download speeds
  • +Unlimited file version history
  • +Strong multimedia features for photos and videos
  • +Privacy-focused with support for Mac, Windows, and Linux (CLI)
  • +Well-designed web interface for easy file management
  • +Simple file sharing and collaboration tools
  • +Competitive pricing with unlimited personal storage and affordable family plans

Limitations

  • −Limited sharing options and lack of client-side encryption
  • −Mobile app reported as buggy by some users
  • −Strict account closure policy when exceeding storage limits despite unlimited plans
  • −Performance slowdowns after reaching around 5TB of storage

Google Drive

Strengths

  • +Seamless integration with Google Workspace apps
  • +Real-time collaboration features are highly effective
  • +Strong security and compliance measures
  • +Generous storage allowances on higher-tier plans

Limitations

  • −Limited offline functionality compared to desktop apps
  • −Can be expensive for large teams
  • −Learning curve for advanced features
  • −Privacy concerns due to data processing in the US

Data residency & compliance

Jottacloud
Google Drive
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Google Workspace Enterprise plans.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
DPA
Published →
Published →
Sub-processors
Listed →
Listed →
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001:2013
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701

Pricing

Jottacloud

  • Free Free per user5 GB storage · 1 user · Backup all devices
  • Home 1 TB €7.90 / month or €79 / year per user / month or year1 TB storage · 5 users · Backup all devices
  • Unlimited €12.90 / month or €129 / year per user / month or yearUnlimited storage · 1 user · Upload speed throttling after 5 TB
  • Pro 10 TB €29.90 / month or €299 / year per user / month or year10 TB storage · 1 user · Priority support

Prices may vary based on region and currency. US pricing available on request.

Google Drive

  • Business Starter $6 per user/month30 GB cloud storage per user · Business email through Gmail · Security and management controls
  • Business Standard $12 per user/month2 TB cloud storage per user · Cloud Search functionality · Enhanced security and management controls
  • Business Plus $18 per user/month5 TB cloud storage per user · Advanced security, compliance, and management controls · eDiscovery and retention policies
  • Enterprise On request per user/monthCustomizable storage (up to 30 TB per user) · Advanced security, compliance, and management controls · Data loss prevention (DLP)

Pricing varies by plan and region. Enterprise plan requires custom quote. Billed annually.

Features

Jottacloud

Backup and Storage
Automatic backup of all devices (computers, phones, tablets), Select folders and schedule backups, Unlimited storage with upload speed throttling after 5 TB, Archive feature to free local device space
Access and Sync
Access files from any device anytime, Sync data across all devices, One app for all file types (photos, videos, documents, RAW), Support for various file formats
File Management and Recovery
Version history storing the last five versions of all files, Recycle bin retaining deleted files for 30 days, Easy sharing of files and photos via links without size or compression limits, Creation of private photo albums and shared folders
Security and Privacy
256-bit AES encryption during transfer and storage, Servers located in Norway with GDPR compliance, Data centers powered by 100% renewable hydropower energy, No unauthorized third-party access
Advanced Features
AI-powered photo search without using user photos to train AI models, Command-line tool (CLI) for advanced users

Google Drive

Storage and Collaboration
Store and share files securely in the cloud, Real-time co-editing of documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, Version history and file recovery, Granular sharing permissions (view, comment, edit)
Security and Compliance
Two-factor authentication (2FA) and SSO support, Encryption of data at rest and in transit, Compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations, Data loss prevention (DLP) for sensitive content
Productivity and Integration
Search across all files with powerful OCR and text recognition, Automated workflows with Google Apps Script, Third-party app integrations (Slack, Zoom, etc.), AI-powered features like Smart Reply and grammar suggestions
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