What MegaBits does

MegaBits, operating the MEGA cloud platform under the megabitsapp.com domain, is a privacy-first cloud services company that pioneered user-controlled, zero-knowledge end-to-end encryption through the web browser at its January 2013 launch. Its product portfolio centers on MEGA Cloud Storage (encrypted file storage, sharing, sync, and backup up to 20 TB) and extends into MEGA VPN (privacy protection across up to ten devices, launched December 2023), MEGA Pass (end-to-end-encrypted password manager, launched 2024), MEGA S4 (S3-compatible object storage for enterprises, developers, and media professionals, launched 2025), and MEGA Chat and Meetings (encrypted text, voice, and video). The platform spans web (mega.nz, mega.io), iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome and Edge browser extensions, and the MEGA CMD command-line tool packaged for Synology and QNAP NAS, with WebDAV and FTP support. The business model is primarily subscription-based, with a freemium entry tier and tiered Pro plans priced at approximately $1.25 per TB per month on Pro III annual billing, plus per-seat Business plans, usage-based S4 object storage (including an MSP Reseller program), and bundled free access to VPN and Pass with any paid personal or business plan.

The company serves individuals, freelancers, small businesses, developers, and enterprise customers across more than 215 countries, reporting 328+ million registered users and 194+ billion uploaded files as of June 2025. Legal entities include Mega Privacy LLC in Hungary (primary legal and operational entity for Cloud, Pro, Business, and S4 services) and Mega Privacy (NZ) Limited in Auckland, New Zealand (operational base for VPN and Pass standalone services). Data is hosted in data centers in Japan, Canada, and the EU (Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden), with a cache point in Mongolia. Distribution is product-led via self-serve web and app stores, augmented by direct enterprise motion (MEGA for Business) and a channel partner motion (S4 MSP Reseller). The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors in the operating entity and no reported M&A, leadership changes, or restructuring activity; management is operated on a founder-controlled basis with a stated headcount of 225+.

Name

MegaBits

Legal name

Mega Privacy LLC / Mega Privacy (NZ) Limited

Website

https://megabitsapp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MegaBits (MEGA) is a privacy-first cloud services platform serving 328 million+ registered users across 215+ countries with zero-knowledge end-to-end encrypted storage, file sharing, VPN, password manager, and S3-compatible object storage for individuals, freelancers, small businesses, and enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cloud Storage and Privacy Services

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Computer Storage Devices (3572)

akta.pro primary industry

Cloud Storage Core Services (Object/Block/File Storage as a Service) (HDABAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Key Management, Encryption & Secrets Management (KMS/HSM/Vault) (HDABAHAG)

Keywords

• Cloud storage services
• End-to-end encryption
• Encrypted file sharing
• Privacy VPN services
• Object storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Pittsburgh

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Cloud Storage Subscriptions (Pro Plans): Tiered subscription plans for cloud storage up to 20 TB, with annual and monthly billing options. Plans bundle MEGA VPN and MEGA Pass for free. Upsell to Pro Flexi (pay-per-use for additional storage beyond plan limits) and Business plans.
2. MEGA VPN Standalone Subscription: VPN service available as standalone paid subscription, also bundled free with Pro plans. 7-day free trial available.
3. MEGA Pass Standalone Subscription: Password manager available as standalone paid subscription, also bundled free with any MEGA paid personal or business plan. 30-day free trial available.
4. MEGA S4 Object Storage: S3-compatible object storage service for enterprises, developers, and MSPs. Revenue based on storage usage and data transfer. MSP Reseller programme allows partners to resell S4 storage as recurring revenue.
5. Free Tier with Upsell: Free storage tier attracts users; upsell to paid Pro, Business, Pro Flexi plans, VPN, Pass, and S4. Achievements programme incentivises free-tier users to engage and invite others.
6. Business Account Subscriptions: MEGA for Business plans targeting freelancers, startups, enterprises. Administrator manages team members; billing per account/plan tier.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

MegaBits provides end-to-end encrypted cloud storage and a suite of privacy-focused services including VPN, password manager, encrypted chat and meetings, file transfer, backup, sync, and S3-compatible object storage. The platform enables individuals, freelancers, small businesses, and enterprises to securely store, sync, share, and back up files through web, desktop, and mobile clients, with zero-knowledge user-controlled encryption applied to all stored data and messages.

Product overview

MEGA is a cloud storage and communication platform built around zero-knowledge end-to-end encryption. The core offering is MEGA Cloud Storage, which provides secure file storage, backup, sync, and sharing capabilities. This core platform is complemented by add-on services including MEGA VPN (privacy protection), MEGA Pass (password management), MEGA S4 (S3-compatible object storage for enterprises), Transfer.it (file transfers), and MEGA Chat and Meetings (encrypted communications). MEGA also provides specialized tools including MEGA CMD (command-line interface for Windows, Mac, Linux, and NAS devices), Desktop App, Mobile App, and Browser Extensions. The company positions itself as a private alternative to Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive, with business plans for teams and enterprises. The platform is accessible via web, desktop apps, mobile apps, and command-line tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MEGA Cloud: Cloud storage service for securely storing and sharing files
• MEGA VPN
• MEGA Pass
• MEGA S4
• MEGA.cmd
• MEGA Backup
• MEGA Sync
• Transfer.it
• MEGA Chat and Meetings
• MEGA Media Files

Products and services

• MegaBits Cloud Storage End-to-end encrypted cloud storage service that allows users to securely store files of any size, back up important folders, sync content across devices, and share files with full control and privacy. Sold under tiered Pro I, II, III plans up to 20 TB as well as a free tier and Pro Flexi pay-per-use plan.
• MegaBits VPN Standalone VPN service that safeguards online privacy and protects up to ten devices simultaneously from a single account. Available as a standalone subscription with a 7-day free trial and bundled free with any paid personal or business plan.
• MegaBits Pass Standalone password manager that protects login credentials, generates complex passwords, and provides autofill functionality across devices. Available as a standalone subscription with a 30-day free trial and bundled free with any paid personal or business plan.
• MegaBits S4 Object Storage Fully scalable S3-compatible object storage service designed for enterprises, developers, and media professionals, providing affordable, scalable storage that integrates with various S3 tools and services. Sold direct and via the S4 MSP Reseller channel programme on usage-based pricing.
• MegaBits for Business Business cloud platform providing secure document storage, team collaboration, and administrator-managed team access for freelancers, startups, and enterprises. Bundled with MegaBits VPN and MegaBits Pass and sold under monthly seat-based billing.
• Transfer.it Standalone fast, simple, and secure file transfer service for sending files to friends, colleagues, and non-MEGA users from a dedicated web page.
• MegaBits Chat and Meetings End-to-end encrypted messaging and video calling platform supporting one-on-one calls, video meetings, and group conversations. Available to non-MEGA users via chat links for secure, private conversations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 328 million registered user accounts across 215+ countries and territories as of June 2025
• +5 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Tech CoalitioncoreOthersMEGA is an active member of The Tech Coalition, an industry body promoting best practice for compliance activity. MEGA participates in the Lantern programme managed by The Tech Coalition — a cross-platform signal sharing programme to strengthen child safety enforcement, sharing signals about accounts and behaviours associated with online child sexual exploitation and abuse (OCSEA). Lantern is the first cross-platform signal sharing programme for child safety.
• GIFCT (Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism)coreOthersMEGA is an active member of the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism (GIFCT), contributing to industry efforts to counter terrorist and violent extremist content online.
• WeProtect Global AlliancecoreOthersMEGA is an active member of the WeProtect Global Alliance, a community of governments, online service providers, and civil society organisations acting together to eliminate child sexual exploitation and abuse online.
• Christchurch CallcoreOthersMEGA is a member of the Christchurch Call, a community of governments, online service providers, and civil society organisations with commitments to eliminate terrorist and violent extremist content online, while upholding human rights and fundamental freedoms, transparency, collaboration, research, and effective appeals processes.
• Mega Cloud Services SL (Spain)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMega Cloud Services SL (Spain) acts as a service provider/processor for MEGA, providing ancillary services including payment and personal information processing, subject to applicable laws. Located in Europe. MEGA remains liable for their actions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sync.com: Canadian zero-knowledge cloud storage and file sharing service. Closest direct comparable to MEGA's core E2EE cloud storage proposition, targeting the same privacy-conscious consumer and SMB segments with similar freemium and team plans.
• pCloud: Switzerland-based encrypted cloud storage provider with lifetime and subscription plans. Competes directly with MEGA on consumer privacy-focused cloud storage, similar pricing tier structure, and cross-platform client support.
• Backblaze (B2 Cloud Storage): S3-compatible object storage provider targeting developers and businesses with low-cost cloud storage. Direct competitor to MEGA S4 in the S3-compatible, price-disruptive object storage category.
• Tresorit: Swiss-Hungarian end-to-end encrypted cloud storage for individuals and teams. Competes head-on with MEGA's business and privacy positioning, with comparable zero-knowledge architecture and enterprise plan structure.
• Dropbox: Direct competitor in consumer and SMB cloud storage with file sync, sharing, and collaboration. MEGA explicitly positions itself against Dropbox on price ($1.25 vs $5.53 per TB/month) and privacy (zero-knowledge E2EE), making it a primary comparison target.
• Proton (Proton Drive, ProtonVPN, Proton Pass): Swiss-based privacy suite offering Proton Drive (encrypted cloud storage), ProtonVPN, and Proton Pass — directly competing with MEGA's bundled privacy stack. Comparable end-to-end encryption architecture and freemium-to-paid funnel targeting privacy-conscious users.
• Microsoft OneDrive: Cloud storage bundled with Microsoft 365, targeting the same consumer and enterprise file sync/sharing workflows. MEGA explicitly markets a OneDrive alternative page highlighting privacy and zero-knowledge encryption as differentiators.
• Google Drive (Google One): Hyperscaler cloud storage product bundled with Workspace productivity. MEGA runs dedicated comparison marketing against Google Drive (alternative-to-google-drive landing page) on privacy and price ($1.25 vs $4.17 per TB/month).

Broad incumbents

• Box: Enterprise-focused cloud content management and file sharing platform with broad workflow, security, and integration capabilities. Competes for the same business/enterprise storage and collaboration use cases that MEGA targets with MEGA for Business.
• AWS S3: Dominant S3-compatible object storage service from Amazon Web Services. MEGA S4 directly competes on S3 compatibility and lower price points, targeting developers and enterprises seeking alternatives to AWS S3 for cost or sovereignty reasons.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• GitHubgithub.com/meganz
• Xx.com/megabitsapp
• Facebookfacebook.com/megabitsapp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/megabits-llc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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