Top cloud storage services for video content creators
In case you missed it, January is National Clean Up Your Computer Month! What better way to kick off 2020 than to organize and clean up all of the files and folders on your computer.
Instead of deleting pictures and videos to clear up space on your hard drive — or toting around multiple external hard drives — a better alternative is to opt for a cloud storage service. Not only will this help clear up some space on your computer, but it also makes your files accessible across multiple devices — while allowing you to easily share and collaborate with other creators as well.
To help you decide which service is best for your video needs, we’ve put together a short list of the top cloud storage services, each with its own pros and cons.
Top storage services for video creators
Best overall: pCloud
pCloud offers 10 GB of free storage and up to 2 TB of max storage for ~$96/year. There is no file size limit either, which means you can upload 4k and 8k videos without having to convert the files first — making pCloud a top choice for video creators who use high-quality cameras. Its mobile app makes it easy to automatically upload files straight from your smartphone and its built-in media player makes video streaming simple and seamless. pCloud also offers password protection for shared links, although this feature is only available on its paid plans.
Best for team sharing: Sync.com
On its free plan, Sync.com offers up to 5 GB of storage, or you can pay for up to 4 TB of storage for $180/year. Like pCloud, there is no file size limit for pictures or videos and its password protection feature is available on all of its plans (including the free one) — making this service an easy choice for creators who collaborate with a team. The one major drawback with Sync.com is that it has no built-in media player.
Best for social sharing: Google Drive/Google One
If you’re a content creator who shares your content on social platforms like Facebook and Instagram, Google Drive may be perfect for you, as it allows you to share videos directly from the Drive to social media. It offers 15 GB of free storage or you can upgrade to Google One and get up to 30 TB for $299.99/month, which is its most premium plan. It’s important to note that unlike pCloud and Sync.com, Google does restrict the file size on video; if you want to upload 1080p or higher, you’ll first need to convert the video size (or sign up for one of its paid plans through Google One, which does not limit file sizes).
Best for unlimited storage: Dropbox
While Dropbox isn’t the best for streaming video, as it lacks a built-in media player, its plans are relatively cheap in comparison to other providers. Its free plan offers 2 GB of storage or you can pay $240/year for unlimited storage, something unheard of in the other three services we’ve mentioned. It does have a mobile app as well, but it does not offer any password protection features for sharing links.