What Is Files Cloud?
Files Cloud is an easy-to-use file sync and share solution. It stores your files and folders in the cloud, giving you a simple robust solution.
Its much cheaper than Dropbox and it offers unlimited storage.
Files Cloud is great for business people on the move and it works on any device – be it Desktop PC, Smartphone or Tablet. There’s also a smart way to access shared files from your mobile, with full support for Microsoft Office mobile applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
For example, if you need to tweak an important client presentation whilst on the move, you can easily edit or leave additional comments for your colleagues without leaving the mobile app.
Files Cloud is built by the award-winning security backup vendor, Acronis – it’s designed for small to medium-sized businesses. Its an alternative solution to Dropbox but its cheaper, offers unlimited storage and your data is stored in the UK, unlike other vendors.
The Files Cloud AnyData Engine delivers on compliance needs with FIPS 140-2 encryption delivered in the cloud.
| Features | Acronis Files Cloud (10GB) | Acronis Files Cloud (Unlimited) | Dropbox Business (Standard) | OneDrive for Business |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (Per Month) | £2.00 | £8.00 | £12.00 | £3.80 |
| No Minimum Users | ✔ | ✔ | Three | ✔ |
| Storage Capacity | 10GB | Unlimited | 2TB | 1TB |
| Encryption Level | FIPS 140-2 Encryption | FIPS 140-2 Encryption | 256-bit AES and SSL/TLS Encryption | 256-bit AES and SSL/TLS Encryption |
| Data Storage Location | UK Acronis Public Cloud | UK Acronis Public Cloud | Public Cloud | Azure Public Cloud |
| Multiple Device Synchronisation (Android, iOS, Windows) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| API Service Integration | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| File & Folder Sharing | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| File Version History | ✔ | ✔ | Limited | ✔ |
| Audit Log | ✔ (Enterprise Grade) | ✔ (Enterprise Grade) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Multi-Tenant User Security | ✔ | ✔ | Limited | ✔ |
| Mobile Application File Editing - Including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint | ✔ (Within Application) | ✔ (Within Application) | Limited (Within Browser) | ✔ (Within App & Browser) |
| Restore Deleted Files | ✔ | ✔ | 120 Days Retention | ✘ |
| Create Public Links – with Expiration | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (With Sharepoint) |
Sharing files is easy over email. You can easily give others access to a file or folder by creating a public link. From the Files Cloud Portal, simply choose your recipient, enable view or editing permissions and set an expiration date for the file. Once the recipient receives an email with their invitation to view the file, they are directed to the Files Cloud Portal and can view or download it.