Jottacloud
Online backup software
Backup software
Data recovery software
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What is Jottacloud
Jottacloud is a cloud-based backup and file storage service that backs up files from computers and mobile devices to a hosted repository. It targets individuals and small organizations that want offsite backup, file sync, and sharing with minimal infrastructure. The service emphasizes client apps for common platforms, photo backup features, and data residency options in Norway/Europe for customers with location preferences.
Simple endpoint backup setup
Jottacloud provides desktop and mobile clients designed for straightforward selection of folders and continuous backup. This fits users who want offsite protection without deploying backup servers or managing storage infrastructure. The user experience is oriented around personal and small-team workflows rather than complex enterprise policy management.
Integrated sync and sharing
In addition to backup, Jottacloud includes file sync and sharing capabilities that support day-to-day access across devices. This can reduce the need to run separate tools for basic collaboration and remote access. For small teams, the combined backup-plus-sync model can be easier to operate than products that focus only on backup.
European data residency option
Jottacloud is operated by a Norwegian provider and is commonly selected by customers who prefer European hosting and jurisdiction. This can help organizations align with internal data-location requirements or customer expectations. It also provides an alternative to services that primarily host data in US-centric regions.
Limited enterprise backup controls
Compared with enterprise-focused backup platforms, Jottacloud offers fewer advanced administration features such as granular role-based access, centralized policy orchestration, and extensive reporting. Organizations with many endpoints or strict compliance workflows may find management capabilities insufficient. It is typically better suited to smaller environments than large-scale IT operations.
Not a full DR platform
Jottacloud focuses on file-level backup and cloud storage rather than full disaster recovery orchestration. Features such as application-consistent backups for complex workloads, automated failover, and broad integration with virtualization stacks are not its primary design center. Businesses needing end-to-end recovery for servers and critical apps may require additional tooling.
Ecosystem integrations are narrower
The product’s integration surface for third-party SaaS backup, storage targets, and automation is generally narrower than platforms built for heterogeneous enterprise environments. This can limit use in organizations that need to protect many business applications under one console. API and connector expectations should be validated during evaluation for specific workflows.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price (USD) | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free (Personal) | Free (5 GB) | 1 user; 5 GB storage; backup all devices; email & chat support. |
| Personal (Unlimited) | $11.99 per month ($119.90 per year) | 1 user; Unlimited storage (upload speed may be reduced after 5 TB); phone, email & chat support; personal use only. |
| Home 1 TB | $6.99 per month ($69.90 per year) | 5 users; 1 TB pooled storage; backup all devices; phone, email & chat support; no bandwidth limitation. |
| Home 5 TB | $15.99 per month ($159.90 per year) | 5 users; 5 TB pooled storage; backup all devices; phone, email & chat support; no bandwidth limitation. |
| Pro 10 TB | $29.90 per month ($299 per year) | 1 user; 10 TB storage; priority support; maximum speed; licensed for commercial use. |
| Pro 20 TB | $59.90 per month ($599 per year) | 1 user; 20 TB storage; priority support; maximum speed; licensed for commercial use. |
| Pro 30 TB | $89.90 per month ($899 per year) | 1 user; 30 TB storage; priority support; maximum speed; licensed for commercial use. |
| Pro 50 TB | $149.90 per month ($1499 per year) | 1 user; 50 TB storage; priority support; maximum speed; licensed for commercial use. |
| Business Small | $12.99 per month ($155.88 per year) | 2 users; 1 TB storage; priority support; licensed for commercial use; designed for small teams. |
| Business Medium | $18.99 per month ($227.88 per year) | 10 users; 1 TB storage; priority support; licensed for commercial use. |
| Business Large | $45.99 per month ($551.88 per year) | Unlimited users; 1 TB storage; priority support; licensed for commercial use. |
Notes: Prices shown are from Jottacloud's official pricing page (USD). Business prices may be shown excluding VAT in some locales; upload speed for Personal Unlimited may be reduced after 5 TB.
Seller details
Jotta AS
Oslo, Norway
2008
Private
https://www.jottacloud.com/
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