Infomaniak kDrive
BeginnerInfomaniak kDrive is a solid Google Drive alternative. Swiss cloud by Infomaniak. 15 GB free, integrated office suite, hosted in Switzerland.
Information verified on July 22, 2026
Description
kDrive is Infomaniak's Swiss cloud. 15 GB free, integrated office suite (Office-compatible), sync across all your devices. Hosted in Switzerland, under Swiss law. No end-to-end encryption, but a solid European alternative for those who want to leave Google Drive without self-hosting.
My take
My rule of thumb: Proton protects the content, Infomaniak protects the context. kDrive is the right choice if you collaborate on documents. I explain how to decide in chapter 6.
Key features
- Swiss hosting (no Cloud Act)
- OnlyOffice office suite
- Ecological (100% renewable)
- Strict GDPR
- Real-time collaborative
- 15 GB free
Strengths
- + 15 GB free, hosted in Switzerland
- + Integrated office suite for document editing
- + Clean interface, easy to use
Weaknesses
- − Less well-known internationally
- − No end-to-end encryption
Recommended for
- Replacing Google Drive while staying in Europe
- Backing up personal or work files
- Beginner or intermediate users
Infomaniak kDrive vs Google Drive: the comparison
| Criterion | Infomaniak kDrive | Google Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free (15 GB with my kSuite). Solo 3 TB at €4.99/month (annual). | Free up to 15 GB, then Google One subscription |
| Targeted ads on your data | No | Yes (Google ad profile) |
| Source code | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Migration difficulty | Easy (2/5) | — |
Comparison
kDrive is a solid Swiss cloud without self-hosting. Proton Drive offers E2E encryption. Nextcloud is the most flexible for self-hosting.
This topic is chapter 6 of my book
It answers these questions, among others:
- how do you empty Google Drive without losing anything, Google Docs included?
- encrypted cloud, NAS or personal server: which one fits your profile?
- and what does a NAS at home really involve, day to day?
Forthcoming 22/10/2026 from Éditions Eyrolles
Frequently asked questions
How much does Infomaniak kDrive cost?
Free (15 GB with my kSuite). Solo 3 TB at €4.99/month (annual).
How do you switch from Google Drive to Infomaniak kDrive?
Estimated difficulty: Easy (2/5). Migration facilitated with dedicated tools. Familiar interface. Allow transfer time for large volumes. Excellent French support.
Who is Infomaniak kDrive for?
European individuals and businesses seeking a Swiss alternative to Google Drive. Perfect for leaving the US cloud.
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