MEGA Alternatives That Skip the Desktop App

MEGA built its reputation on encryption. Foldr.Space gives you the same browser-based encryption option (Pro) without the aggressive desktop app or bandwidth throttling.

Desktop app$29 once Foldr Pro$5/mo Bulk Foldr$2.99 once

MEGA is a fine encrypted file host, but the experience comes with friction: an aggressive desktop client, bandwidth quotas that throttle downloads when shared widely, and a UI built around the storage product first and sharing second. Foldr.Space is leaner — pure share-via-link with optional client-side encryption for sensitive files.

Why Foldr.Space works as a MEGA alternative

No desktop client pushed at you on every visit.
No bandwidth throttling — links serve at full speed.
Client-side encryption (Pro) for files you don't want servers to read.
Pro is a flat monthly fee, no per-GB pricing.

Foldr.Space vs MEGA

Feature	Foldr.Space	MEGA
Browser-only upload	✓	~ Desktop app pushed hard
End-to-end encrypted	✓ Optional Pro feature	✓ Default
Bandwidth throttling on shares	✗ No throttling	✓ Free tier limited
Max file size	2GB per file, no bandwidth cap	20GB free storage but bandwidth-capped
Password protection per link	✓ Pro	✓

Frequently asked questions

What's a good alternative to MEGA?

For encrypted file sharing without MEGA's bandwidth quirks: Foldr.Space (optional E2E encryption), Tresorit, and Proton Drive are common alternatives. Foldr is the simplest for one-off shares.

Why does MEGA throttle my downloads?

MEGA imposes bandwidth quotas on free accounts. If a shared file gets popular, downloads slow to a crawl. Foldr.Space doesn't throttle.

Does Foldr.Space encrypt files?

All transfers use TLS. Pro plans can optionally encrypt files client-side in your browser before upload, so the server never sees the plaintext — the recipient enters a password to decrypt locally.

What does Foldr.Space cost?

Pro starts at $5/mo and includes permanent storage, password-protected links, and client-side encryption. One-time options start at $1.99 for a single permanent file. No free upload tier.