Internxt Review (2026): A Secure European Alternative

Internxt is a bit of an anomaly in the field of online storage services. Indeed, at launch, the tool presented numerous flaws that clearly disqualified it against the market’s giants. Its main issue lay in a lack of standout features.

Yet, and that is the advantage of smaller, younger outfits, the company showed remarkable perseverance and hard work that eventually paid off. But has these numerous efforts over the months been enough to hold its ground against colossal players like Google, Apple, or Microsoft? We have checked the main drawbacks and advantages of Internxt in 2026.

Internxt at a Glance

Below are the key points to know before choosing Internxt.

Introduction to Internxt

Founded in Valencia (Spain), Internxt joins a market that is already highly sought-after and notably tapped by tech giants (notably Google, Apple, Microsoft). Yet its creators start from the principle that data respect and privacy are fundamental rights to be protected at all costs. Consequently, Internxt Drive is a decentralized data storage tool that places data protection at the core, using IPFS (InterPlanetary File System).

This system helps ensure local or global anonymity through cryptography. In other words, Internxt allows users to avoid entrusting all data to large corporations, with the potential risk of exposure to a third party, or even total loss. Furthermore, Internxt differentiates itself from other IPFS-based software with a more appealing interface and design.

The Internxt Ecosystem in 2026

Internxt no longer limits itself to file storage. In 2026, the Spanish service offers a true privacy ecosystem, with the following main components:

• Internxt Drive remains the core of the offering: end-to-end encrypted storage, multi-device synchronization, secure link sharing.
• Internxt Send enables secure transfer of large files without using email, with encryption and a time-limited link.
• Internxt VPN is a browser-based VPN (Chrome, Firefox, Brave…), included in paid plans. It covers several European locations with no data logging.
• Internxt Antivirus offers quick or full-system scans to detect threats. Basic but functional for everyday protection.
• Internxt Meet (launched in September 2025) is an encrypted videoconferencing tool designed for confidential exchanges.
• Internxt Cleaner completes the suite with a tool to clean unnecessary files on PC.
• Internxt AI is a free, private, open-source AI based on a zero-access model. It does not store conversations and requires no subscription or email.

This move toward a full-fledged “privacy suite” is a strong differentiator against competitors like pCloud, which remain focused solely on storage.

Platforms and Mobile Apps

Internxt is primarily accessible through its dedicated web page, which allows direct transfers and data storage operations. The young company offers no shortage of tools: desktop apps for Mac, Windows, and Linux, as well as mobile apps for Android and iOS. Thanks to this cross-platform compatibility, users can access their data wherever and whenever they want.

This means you can adjust your space and the documents it contains at any moment, which is a big plus. The obvious limitation is that, being cloud-based, you need an internet connection to access the Spanish service.

Security and Data Privacy

Server Localization

This is undoubtedly one of Internxt’s greatest strengths: the storage offered by the tool is decentralized and distributed across numerous locations in Europe. In other words, files are not stored on a single server, which would pose real security problems if a breach occurred. In practice, all user data are dispersed across many servers and devices.

Open-source code and independent audits

One of Internxt’s strongest transparency arguments is that its entire code is available on GitHub. Any developer or security researcher can examine, verify, and report potential vulnerabilities. This is a guarantee that services like Google Drive or Dropbox simply cannot offer.

Beyond open source, Internxt subjects its applications to independent security audits conducted by Securitum, a leading European penetration-testing firm. The latest audit, performed in 2025 on web, desktop, and mobile apps as well as the cloud infrastructure, found no major security flaws. This marks clear progress versus the 2022 audit, which had noted several issues promptly addressed by the teams at the time.

Certifications: GDPR, ISO 27001 and HIPAA

Internxt states that its data centers are “compliant with a wide range of standards: GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, ENS Alto, PCI DSS, and other requirements in health and public administration sectors.” It is one of the few consumer cloud storage providers to accumulate three major certifications:

• GDPR: as a EU-based Spanish company, Internxt falls under the General Data Protection Regulation. All data are hosted on European servers.
• ISO 27001: this international standard attests to a rigorous information security management system, requiring annual surveillance audits, signaling ongoing commitment rather than a one-time label.
• HIPAA: this US certification, typically reserved for the medical sector, ensures compliance for handling sensitive health data. Internxt is currently the only lifetime cloud storage provider holding this certification, making it suitable for healthcare professionals, lawyers, or journalists handling confidential data.

Two-factor authentication

This is a method not yet adopted by all online storage providers, but Internxt does not skip it. This technique maximizes access security to prevent fraud and unauthorized third-party access. The site also benefits from a zero-knowledge provider, meaning for example that the company itself can never see or access user data.

Data encryption / encrypted folders

Another major strength of the provider is the use of AES-256-bit encryption, commonly described as a military-grade encryption protocol. This technique is used by the most secure services to scramble and disguise user data before it ever leaves the local device, protecting it from potential third-party readings.

But Internxt goes further than most competitors in 2026 by also integrating post-quantum Kyber 512 encryption. This protocol, recommended by the US NIST, is designed to resist future quantum computer attacks that could crack traditional cryptography.

What are Internxt storage features?

File synchronization

On Internxt, synchronization does not start automatically. You must manually press the synchronization button to begin. Currently, it isn’t the easiest method, but the service teams have indicated improvements to these features are planned for a near future.

Additionally, there are two distinct methods for storing files: synchronization and backups. You can store folders from your computer to the cloud, and changes will be reflected on the cloud, but not in real time: you must choose the update frequency in the settings. Also, the backup function doesn’t currently preserve previous file versions. Reverting to an earlier version is not possible yet, a feature many alternatives offer and one we hope to see soon on Internxt.

Is there selective synchronization?

Selective synchronization lets you choose which folders to store on your computer drive from those already in your cloud account. It also allows you to remove specific folders from your local disk to free up space. These folders remain stored in your cloud account.

Unfortunately, at present Internxt does not offer the ability to choose which web drive folders to synchronize to the local drive. Real-time synchronization and selective synchronization are not available yet.

How does synchronization work over a local network (Web/P2P)?

For transfers or synchronization of folders/files between two PCs on the same local network, Internxt routes the transfer through its servers rather than directly over the LAN, as some competitors do. The main downside is slower transfer speeds due to this routing, which impacts performance on local transfers.

Transfer speed (PC/Server – PC/PC)

Transfer speed is one of the most frequently cited drawbacks by independent testers. Cloudwards measurements in 2025-2026 for 5 GB test folders place Internxt among the slowest services, far behind pCloud or MEGA. Downloads are particularly slow, and syncing large files can be tedious.

This slowness is not a technical anomaly; it is the direct consequence of client-side encryption: every file is encrypted on your device before it is sent, which consumes local resources and slows transfers. Sync.com, another heavily encrypted service, exhibits the same characteristics. If data security takes precedence over speed, this trade-off is acceptable. If you regularly handle large volumes of heavy files, this is a point that deserves serious consideration before subscribing.

Sharing and Collaboration

How to share a file? A folder?

In the past, Internxt allowed sharing only for individual files, not entire folders. Now, the site enables third parties to access both files and folders via a download link. The user can specify how many times the link may be opened to limit access. To share data, go to a specific folder or document and click the share icon, which provides direct access to the link to copy/paste later.

Once the third party has the download link, they can obtain all files within a folder or a single file in a compressed Zip format. They will need decompression software to access the contents of that folder.

How does Internxt integrate with work tools?

Internxt has made progress on this front since its early days, though notable gaps remain. The service now offers WebDAV compatibility, available on Premium and Ultimate plans, enabling connection of Internxt to third-party tools supporting this protocol. The Ultimate plan recently added support for Rclone (online command synchronization) and NAS solutions, opening interesting possibilities for advanced users.

However, Internxt still lacks native integrations with office suites (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365) or collaboration tools like Slack or Notion. The absence of an embedded document editor remains a drawback for teams wishing to work directly on files stored in the cloud. In this area, rivals like kDrive (Infomaniak) or Google Drive hold a decisive edge.

Media support

Automatic photo uploads from smartphone

On mobile, Internxt presents a comprehensive “Photos” tab that stores all your photos and image files. This tab lets you automatically sync images from your smartphone to the online space, allowing you to view and manage them from any device.

This feature is particularly practical and more complete than on the web/desktop version. The tab includes a gallery that lets anyone preview all photos, manage by deleting unwanted ones, download, and share links. However, compared to dedicated apps like Flickr Pro or Google Photos, Internxt’s offering isn’t quite on par for managing this type of media.

Presence of a gallery on the web interface

On the web interface, things are more complex. Photos synchronized from the mobile app appear in a “Photos” menu and in a basic yet effective gallery. But for images added from a PC directly in the web app, there is no gallery; to view them you must double-click each image individually. This is fairly counter-intuitive and well below what one might expect from a service of this kind in 2026, especially with the competition becoming increasingly sharp in this domain.

Video support

Another drawback for Internxt: videos are not playable within the service. You can transfer and store a video, but there is no preview. You’ll need to download the video to view it with a local player, which is not the most intuitive experience.

Is there a free offering from Internxt?

Free plan features and limitations

Internxt provides 1 GB of free space upon signup, accessible without a credit card. Unlike earlier iterations, it’s no longer possible to earn extra gigabytes via referrals or installs—the option has been removed. The free plan, however, grants access to the full security suite: post-quantum encryption, zero-knowledge architecture, and password-protected link sharing.

How does the free offer compare to the competition?

With only 1 GB, Internxt’s free tier is now the most modest in its category. By comparison: Google Drive offers 15 GB; MEGA and kDrive also offer 15 GB; pCloud up to 10 GB; and both iCloud and OneDrive start at 5 GB. Proton Drive offers 1 GB too, but its free ecosystem also includes encrypted email and a VPN.

Thus the free plan mainly serves as a trial period to test the interface and security before upgrading. For any real use, even minimal, a paid plan is quickly advisable.

The Different Plans Offered by Internxt

Annual Plans

For individuals, Internxt offers in 2026 three annual plans that correspond to three usage levels:

• Essential (1 To): about €15/year for the first year. This plan includes encrypted storage, 2FA, backups, VPN, and antivirus. Note: the renewal price is significantly higher (about four times the first-year price). If you want to stay on an annual plan in the long term, anticipate this increase.
• Premium (3 To): about €31/year the first year, with file and folder sharing, collaboration, and the Cleaner tool included.
• Ultimate (5 To): about €46/year the first year. This plan adds CLI support, WebDAV, NAS, Rclone, and access to Internxt Meet (encrypted videoconferencing).

All plans include premium customer support and a 30-day money-back guarantee. A key point: introductory year prices come with a substantial promotional discount (up to 87% depending on the period). The renewal price is noticeably higher. For long-term use, lifetime plans are often more advantageous from year two or three onward.

Lifetime Plans

This is arguably the most differentiating commercial asset of Internxt on the market in 2026. For a one-time payment, users gain lifetime access to their storage space, without recurring fees (recently, payment can be made in cryptocurrency or in several installments with Klarna). The three available plans are:

• Essential (1 To): from €247 as a one-time payment
• Premium (3 To): from €377
• Ultimate (5 To): from €507

To place these prices in context: pCloud offers a 2 To lifetime plan at around €399, and its 10 To plan is €1,190. Lifetime plans are stackable and include all features: post-quantum encryption, 2FA, automatic backups, password-protected sharing, VPN, antivirus, and the 30-day refund guarantee.

Plans Business

For business offerings, pricing is determined per user, with a minimum number of users required. The plans are not directly subscribable online: you must contact the sales team by providing your email address, after which Internxt commits to responding to prepare a personalized quote.

Internxt vs. the Competition

To place Internxt among available alternatives, here is a comparison on essential criteria with its main competitors in the secure cloud storage segment:

Prices and features of cloud services change regularly. Please check the official Internxt site to ensure you have the latest information before subscribing.

Who is Internxt for?

After a thorough evaluation of the service, it’s possible to clearly identify profiles for whom Internxt is or isn’t the right choice.

Internxt is particularly suitable if you:

• place a high priority on privacy and security and do not want to entrust your files to Google, Microsoft, or Apple;
• are looking for lifetime storage at a competitive price, with no ongoing fees in the long term;
• are an individual user looking to securely back up personal documents, photos, or videos;
• work in a sensitive field (medical, legal, journalism) and require HIPAA or ISO 27001 certifications;
• are a technically inclined user seeking an open-source, auditable solution compatible with WebDAV/Rclone/NAS.

Internxt is less suitable if you:

• need frequent synchronization of large volumes of files and speed is a key criterion;
• work in a team and require real-time collaboration or integrations with office tools;
• prefer a plan with a generous free tier to test before committing.

Support and User Assistance

FAQ Thoroughness

Internxt indeed provides access to a FAQ, but it must be admitted that it is not very exhaustive. This lack of information is explained quite simply: the service is particularly easy to use with a very limited set of features, so even beginners can navigate their daily use of the tool.

How to contact support?

Problems do arise, and Internxt offers several consistently available options. If you can’t call for live assistance, a chat pop-up is available directly on the provider’s site to answer questions 24/7. Additionally, Internxt offers email support, though this method is generally slower than the live chat.

Conclusion

If security, privacy, and price are the main factors in your choice of an online storage provider, Internxt has become in 2026 one of the market’s best offers. Its post-quantum encryption, zero-knowledge architecture, open-source code, and ISO 27001 and HIPAA certifications make it by far the strongest service in these areas for the general public. Lifetime plans add a uniquely compelling long-term value proposition.

However, if you’re seeking high transfer speeds, real-time collaboration, or seamless synchronization of large volumes of files, it may be better to look to competitors: pCloud for a balance of features and price, or Proton Drive to stay within a privacy-focused ecosystem.

That lack of certain features can also be seen as a strength for certain users: thanks to its streamlined approach, Internxt keeps beginners from feeling overwhelmed and does its core job—storing data securely—rigorously and reliably.