Magic Backpack called Cloud Storage. What if I tell you that you can keep your documents, videos, photos, music, and more without being limited to the internet? Yes, all you need is your phone or laptop with an internet connection which gives you access to all your data instantly. Remember, that because it can be accessed anywhere, it means you gotta be extra cautious with your email account. Read about how to secure your email account here. There are several options you can choose to keep your data on the internet. But first, let’s discuss why one should use cloud storage.

Why People Using Cloud Storage?

There are many reasons why one uses the cloud. First, you don’t have to buy USB or hard drives to store your files. If your device breaks, your files are safely stored on the cloud. You can also send files to friends or coworkers instantly
Because you save everything on the cloud, you don’t have to worry about your device running out of space.
Files stored in the cloud are encrypted, so you don’t have to worry about the safety of your digital property.
If you are looking for the right cloud storage for your needs, you can check the several cloud storage pros and cons below.

Types of Cloud Storage

Google Drive (Popular Cloud Storage)

Pros	Cons
Generous 15GB free storage	15GB is shared across Gmail, Google Photos, and Drive
Excellent collaboration tools (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides)	No zero-knowledge encryption (Google can access your data)
Works seamlessly with Gmail & Google Photos	Privacy concerns (Google scans content for ads & AI training)
Available on all platforms (Windows, Mac, Android, iOS)

Dropbox

Pros	Cons
Simple and easy-to-use interface	Only 2GB free storage (very limited)
Fast sync speed and reliable file versioning	No built-in document editing like Google Drive
Integrates well with Microsoft Office & Google Workspace	Lack of strong encryption (not the best for privacy)

Microsoft OneDrive

Pros	Cons
5GB free storage	Limited free storage compared to Google Drive
Best for Windows users (built into Windows 10 & 11)	No end-to-end encryption
Great integration with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)	Works best for Microsoft users (not ideal for others)
Version history allows you to restore older files

Mega

Pros	Cons
20GB free storage (one of the highest)	Speed limitations for free users
End-to-end encryption for privacy & security	If you lose your password, there’s no way to recover data
File versioning allows recovery of older versions	Extra free storage expires unless you perform tasks (like referrals)
Supports large file transfers

pCloud

Pros	Cons
10GB free storage	Zero-knowledge encryption is only available in paid plans
Strong security & encryption options (zero-knowledge encryption available)	No built-in document editing (unlike Google Drive)
Can store media files and play them directly	Upload speeds can be slow sometimes
Lifetime storage plans available

iCloud

Pros	Cons
5GB free storage	Limited storage (5GB is shared across backups, photos, and files)
Perfect for Apple users (iPhone, Mac, iPad)	Not ideal for non-Apple users
Automatic backup for Apple devices	No cross-platform collaboration tools like Google Drive
Seamless integration with macOS & iOS apps

Internxt

Pros	Cons
10GB free storage	Syncing can be slow compared to Google Drive or Dropbox
Privacy-focused & end-to-end encryption	Not as user-friendly as mainstream services
Decentralized cloud storage (not controlled by big tech)	Fewer third-party app integrations

MediaFire

Pros	Cons
10GB free storage (can be increased to 50GB with referrals)	Ads on free accounts
Easy to share large files	No end-to-end encryption
No bandwidth limits for file downloads	Limited collaboration and syncing features

Which Cloud Storage Suits You?

💼 Best for work & collaboration → Google Drive or OneDrive
📱 Best for Apple users → iCloud
🔒 Best for privacy → MEGA or Internxt
📂 Best for file sharing → MediaFire
🚀 Best for fast syncing → Dropbox
🎵 Best for media storage → pCloud

I love using Google Drive because it is part of Google Workspace. If you want to learn more about it, you gotta check my other post about Google Workspace Introduction.