# VirtualDrive (also known as "Virtual Drive")

> Secure cloud storage platform offering 256-bit encrypted file storage,
> cross-device sync, and easy sharing. Free plan includes 20 GB. Paid
> plans start at $9.99/month. A modern alternative to Dropbox, Google
> Drive, iCloud, and OneDrive.

VirtualDrive (also written "Virtual Drive") is operated by Transcend Technologies, Inc. (DBA VirtualDrive),
headquartered in Florida, USA. The marketing site is at virtualdrive.us;
the web application is at virtualdrive.us/app.

## Product

- [Home](https://virtualdrive.us/): Overview of VirtualDrive features, pricing, and sign-up
- [Features](https://virtualdrive.us/features/): Full feature list — sharing, sync, encryption, mobile, admin
- [Security](https://virtualdrive.us/security/): Security model, encryption, access controls
- [Pricing](https://virtualdrive.us/pricing/): Free (20 GB), Pro ($9.99/mo, 2 TB), Ultra ($19.99/mo, 5 TB). Web-billed prices; App Store pricing is slightly higher.
- [Enterprise](https://virtualdrive.us/enterprise/): Team workspaces, role-based access, audit logs, custom storage routing
- [About](https://virtualdrive.us/about/): Company background and operating principles
- [Blog](https://virtualdrive.us/blog/): Engineering deep-dives, security writeups, product decisions
  - [Share-link brute-force protection](https://virtualdrive.us/blog/share-link-brute-force-protection/)
  - [iOS camera backup under the hood](https://virtualdrive.us/blog/ios-camera-backup-under-the-hood/)
  - [Why we charge $2.99 when others charge $11.99](https://virtualdrive.us/blog/why-we-charge-2-99-when-others-charge-11-99/)
  - [Security architecture in plain English](https://virtualdrive.us/blog/security-architecture-plain-english/)
- [Careers](https://virtualdrive.us/careers/): How we work and how to get in touch
- [Contact](https://virtualdrive.us/contact/): Support, sales, and partnership inquiries
- [App](https://virtualdrive.us/app/): The VirtualDrive web application (requires account)
- [FAQ](https://virtualdrive.us/faq/): Direct answers to common questions — pricing, security, sharing, refunds, GDPR, comparisons

## Comparisons (vs every major competitor)

- [vs Dropbox](https://virtualdrive.us/compare/dropbox/) — 20 GB free vs 2 GB, $9.99/2TB vs $11.99
- [vs Google Drive](https://virtualdrive.us/compare/google-drive/) — 20 GB dedicated vs 15 GB shared with Gmail
- [vs iCloud](https://virtualdrive.us/compare/icloud/) — cross-platform, no Apple lock-in
- [vs OneDrive](https://virtualdrive.us/compare/onedrive/) — without Microsoft 365 dependency
- [vs Sync.com](https://virtualdrive.us/compare/sync-com/) — 30-40% cheaper at every tier
- [vs pCloud](https://virtualdrive.us/compare/pcloud/) — monthly vs lifetime pricing

## Free tools

- [Cloud storage cost calculator](https://virtualdrive.us/tools/cloud-storage-calculator/): Cost of N GB across every major provider
- [Password generator](https://virtualdrive.us/tools/password-generator/): Strong passwords in your browser, never sent over the wire
- [Storage needs calculator](https://virtualdrive.us/tools/storage-needs-calculator/): How much cloud storage you actually need

## By use case

- [For photographers](https://virtualdrive.us/for/photographers/) — RAW + client gallery delivery
- [For small business](https://virtualdrive.us/for/small-business/) — workspaces with audit logs
- [For freelancers](https://virtualdrive.us/for/freelancers/) — per-client folders, expiring share links
- [For students](https://virtualdrive.us/for/students/) — 20 GB free covers most degrees
- [For agencies](https://virtualdrive.us/for/agencies/) — client workspaces, audit-ready
- [For developers](https://virtualdrive.us/for/developers/) — GitHub LFS alternative

## Legal

- [Privacy Policy](https://virtualdrive.us/privacy/): How VirtualDrive handles user data — explicit no-AI-training policy
- [Terms of Service](https://virtualdrive.us/terms/): Usage rules, billing terms, and account policies
- [End-User License Agreement](https://virtualdrive.us/eula/): License terms for the app and clients
- [Child Safety](https://virtualdrive.us/child-safety/): CSAM detection and abuse-handling commitments

## Key Facts

- Storage encryption: AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit
- Free tier: 20 GB, no credit card required
- Platforms: Web, iOS (native), Android (planned)
- Two-factor authentication: TOTP on web and iOS
- iOS: Camera backup, Face ID / Touch ID app lock, PIN fallback
- Sharing: password-protected, expiring, view-or-download permissions
- Workspaces: role-based access for teams
- Payment methods: Stripe (cards + Apple/Google Pay), PayPal, Apple IAP
- Storage providers: Amazon S3, Cloudflare R2, or Supabase Storage per user
- No AI training on user files
- Operator: Transcend Technologies, Inc., Florida, USA
- Contact: support@virtualdrive.us

## Common questions

- **How much storage do I get for free?** 20 GB on the Free plan — no credit card required.
- **Can VirtualDrive staff read my files?** No. Files are encrypted at rest with AES-256 and access is controlled by your account credentials. We store encrypted bytes.
- **Will my files be used to train AI?** No. The Privacy Policy explicitly forbids using customer files for AI training, model fine-tuning, or sale to third parties.
- **What payment methods are supported?** Stripe (cards + Apple/Google Pay), PayPal, and Apple In-App Purchase on iOS.
- **Is there an API?** A developer API is planned but not yet public. Contact support@virtualdrive.us for early access.
- **Is there a free trial of paid plans?** No trial needed — the Free 20 GB plan never expires. Paid plans are month-to-month, cancel anytime.
- **Where is data stored?** Per-user choice of Amazon S3, Cloudflare R2, or Supabase Storage. Region selection is on the roadmap.

## Full reference

For long-form citation context, see [llms-full.txt](https://virtualdrive.us/llms-full.txt).

_Last updated: 2026-05-21_