Why businesses should consider private cloud storage
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From small startups to financial institutions, data storage isn't just an IT concern anymore. It's truly a foundational business question.
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For companies navigating a digital landscape where privacy, security and storage costs are mounting, the rise of privacy-first cloud services like Internxt are worth watching. The Spain-based cloud company has recently expanded its North American presence, offering a rare deal: lifetime access to 20TB of encrypted cloud storage for $560.
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That's notable in a market where major players like Google Drive and Dropbox charge $138 to $278 per year for just 2TB of cloud storage. Over a decade, the long-term savings on Internxt's one-time payment model stack up sharply, a key consideration for entrepreneurs balancing lean margins with robust data needs.
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But price isn't the only driver. Canada has seen rising concerns over data privacy, especially with new regulations like Quebec's Law 25 (formerly Bill 64), which brings GDPR-like obligations to Canadian firms.
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Internxt addresses that anxiety with end-to-end encryption, zero-knowledge architecture and open-source code, meaning even the company itself can't access user files. It also offers post-quantum encryption protections, positioning itself for a future where quantum computing could outpace traditional cybersecurity safeguards.
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As Canadian companies handle more sensitive customer data, intellectual property and internal documentation, a secure cloud storage plan becomes not just a tech tool but a compliance and reputational asset. Internxt's offer could represent a pragmatic bet for small businesses and solopreneurs needing big storage with a small overhead.
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In an era when data is growing faster than budgets, long-term digital infrastructure decisions like this one are likely to shape the next phase of Canadian business strategy. Get lifetime access to 20TB of Internxt cloud storage for $560 with code STORAGE20 until June 1.
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