2TB of Cloud Storage for $70 Through FileJump

There’s even a $70, 2TB “lifetime” cloud storage offer that we’ll cut to the chase — you should pass on it. Now a return to the idea is being pitched — but this isn’t one of those new-fangled subscription plans mainstream companies have been proffering increasingly in recent years — it’s access to as full-featured a personal cloud as you could ask for at under price-of-entry rates and a product with similar-sounding promise, however this time seeing if consumers (and freelancers) find such an offer makes sense: With FileJump is this finally something resembling long-term storage that “I pay once” isn’t just practiced, but sound?

The headline number is straightforward. FileJump’s 2TB offer for around $70 with no monthly fees is very appealing, especially when most popular consumer plans run ~$9.99/mo. According to some simple math, the break-even point comes at about seven months. It is about 80 percent less costly than paying three years of a $9.99 plan.

What you actually get with FileJump for a one-time $70

FileJump is browser-first and works with Mac, Windows, iOS and Android without needing a desktop client installation. The interface allows you to drag-and-drop uploads, or preview common file types — photos, videos, office docs and PDFs — on the site itself for snap checks.

Up to 15GB can be uploaded (though that’s plenty for most creative projects, archives and collaborative folders). Sharing is adaptable: generate password-secured share links or invite collaborators to be part of viewer accounts for free, so you can stop juggling subscriptions.

For those who like a bit more control, they also offer WebDAV to enable FileJump to be mounted as a drive in tools like Cyberduck, or integrated into your scripts and productivity workflows.

Version history acts as a safety net against accidental edits, while you can also (optionally) have important folders mirrored by an automated backup to guard against device loss or failure.

Understanding FileJump’s security model and privacy posture

FileJump claims to use zero-knowledge encryption, so files are encrypted on your device before upload and remain unreadable to the provider. That’s a useful step beyond simple “encryption at rest,” and it limits exposure if the server side of things is ever breached. As is always the case with a zero-knowledge configuration, ensure that you keep your credentials and recovery keys to yourself — lest disaster strike!

No one cloud should be your sole copy. A frequently quoted practice for agencies and security pros is the 3-2-1 rule:

• Keep three copies of your data
• On two different types of media
• With one copy offsite

A lifetime plan for low cost nicely dovetails in as the offsite leg of that strategy, but it should not be a replacement for local backups or a second cloud as redundancy.

How FileJump’s $70 pricing compares with popular rivals

2TB from most popular consumer services costs roughly $9.99 a month. That includes well-known possibilities such as Google One and iCloud+, with Dropbox’s 2TB tier usually being a little higher if you don’t pay annually. Over a year, those subscriptions add up to almost $120; over three years, some $360. Against that backdrop, a one-time $70 fee is quite aggressive.

Demand isn’t slowing. IDC’s Global DataSphere research demonstrates personal data creation increasing steadily, with homes taking in 4K video, high-res photos and app data like a sponge. For many users 2TB is the new baseline, not a luxury, and sheds some light on why so many are keen to escape recurring fees if reliability checks out.

Key trade-offs and due diligence before you buy in

“Lifetime” refers to the lifetime of the service, not you. Before you pull the trigger, take a gander at what the provider says about:

• Uptime guarantees and service-level commitments
• Data export methods and portability
• Fair-use limits and bandwidth policies
• What happens if the service is acquired or shuts down
• Data center locations and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2)

Performance varies depending upon the network and provider infrastructure. WebDAV is easy, but typically more inefficient than native sync clients. The 15GB per-file limit could be a limitation if you’re dealing with an enormous non-destructive workflow, working with 8K video, ProRes projects, disk images or VM snapshots. For photo libraries, office files and most project archives, it should be enough.

Who will benefit most from a one-time 2TB FileJump plan

Freelancers, students and families looking to hold the line on monthly costs are likely to derive the most value. For creators with large but, let’s be honest, not exorbitantly large file sizes — shooters working in 4K exporting footage or designers tethered to layered PSDs or small businesses scanning invoices and contracts into virtual filing cabinets — it’s all the predictable cost, with your familiar collaboration flotsam plugging up these features.

If you require enterprise-grade SLAs, advanced admin controls and have to tightly integrate with productivity suites, traditional subscription might be a better option after all.

Otherwise, adding a $70, 2TB plan for the most important part of a multi-cloud backup strategy can substantially decrease your storage bill without affecting hour-to-hour usability.

Bottom line on FileJump’s 2TB lifetime cloud offer

Priced at $70 for 2TB, FileJump establishes an aggressive price floor in consumer cloud storage. The checklist of features, which includes zero-knowledge encryption, versioning and browser previews along with support for WebDAV, should be enough to cover the basics and for most people is difficult to argue with from an economic standpoint. Do some rudimentary diligence, maintain redundant backups, and making this one-time purchase will cut your ongoing costs by 80 percent or more over a multiyear period.