The math
Google One: ~$99/year for 2TB. Over 10 years: ~$990. A 2TB lifetime plan costs $299–$399 once. Break-even: **year 4**.
The risk nobody mentions
Lifetime = the company must survive. Two providers in this space have already shut down. We only recommend established players.
Our picks
- **pCloud** (since 2013, Swiss): $399 for 2TB lifetime. The safest bet.
- **Internxt** (EU, open-source): up to 90% affiliate commission, post-quantum encryption.
- **Icedrive**: cheapest entry, stackable plans.
When NOT to buy lifetime
If you might switch providers, or if the budget hurts — rent monthly instead. Lifetime is for people who commit.
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