ElephantDrive

ElephantDrive is a file backup service for computers, mobile devices, and servers, with apps for web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Once set up, backups run automatically, and the service supports file restoration and ransomware protection. It uses AES 256-bit encryption with an SSL-secured channel, integrates natively with leading NAS devices, and lets users share folders for colleagues to edit or add files.

Plans differ in storage, file-size limits, and sub-account counts. Solo is $10 a month or $100 a year; Family is $20 a month or $200 a year; Business is $40 a month or $400 a year. Solo includes 1,000 GB and allows files up to 10 GB; Family includes 2,000 GB and permits files from 25 GB to 50 GB; Business includes 2,000 GB and allows files up to 200 GB. Maximum storage ranges from 15,000 GB for Solo to unlimited for Business. There is no free plan.

ElephantDrive combines file backups, restoration, ransomware protection, and NAS integration across a broad set of platforms. Plan storage and file-size limits vary, and the service has no free plan.

ElephantDrive suits individuals, families, and businesses seeking automatic file backups across computers, phones, or servers. Its NAS integration and folder sharing may also suit teams working with shared files.

ElephantDrive is a paid backup service covering computers, phones, servers, and network-attached storage. It is best suited to households with large personal libraries and organizations that want NAS protection alongside endpoint backups. The broad platform coverage is compelling, but plan-specific storage and file-size ceilings require careful matching.

Automatic file backups, file-level recovery, ransomware protection, and native NAS support make ElephantDrive a practical single-service option for mixed device environments. Its lack of a free plan and the relatively low individual-file limit on Solo are meaningful drawbacks for some buyers.

Overview

ElephantDrive, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Los Angeles, backs up files from computers, mobile devices, servers, and NAS hardware. Backups start automatically after setup and notifications appear when new files are detected, reducing the need to manage recurring jobs manually. Recovery is file-based, which is useful when you need a particular document or photo rather than an entire system image.

Ransomware protection adds a defensive layer for backed-up content. AES 256-bit encryption and an SSL-secured channel protect data during storage and transfer. ElephantDrive also says photos and videos retain their definition, an important consideration for long-term media archives.

Key features

Broad backup and NAS coverage

Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and web access let one account span personal computers and mobile devices. Server backup is supported, and the company says all leading NAS devices integrate natively. That combination is the service's clearest advantage for NAS owners who do not want separate tools for their household or office endpoints.

Sharing and support

Shared folders allow colleagues to edit or add files, making the service more useful for collaborative work than a backup vault alone. Sub-account allowances are three on Solo, 10 on Family, and 25 on Business. Support ranges from email and scheduled chat to phone, live chat, and priority support, with Business plans adding a dedicated account manager and concierge service.

Pricing

There is no free plan. Monthly pricing starts with Solo at $10 a month, including 1,000 GB and a 10 GB maximum individual file size. It permits up to 15,000 GB of total storage and includes mobile apps, NAS backup, and Windows Server Backup. Solo fits an individual or small setup, but the 10 GB file ceiling can exclude very large media or project files.

Family costs $20 a month and includes 2,000 GB, with a 25 GB to 50 GB maximum individual file size and a 50,000 GB storage ceiling. Ten sub-accounts make it the more practical household or small-team tier, while the included capacity is double Solo's. Business is $40 a month, includes 2,000 GB, accepts files up to 200 GB, and has unlimited maximum storage. Its 25 sub-accounts, account manager, and concierge service justify considering it for growing teams, though the included storage is still 2,000 GB before any expansion.

Annual plans cost $100 a year for Solo Annual, $200 a year for Family Annual, and $400 a year for Business Annual. Each carries the same included storage and file-size limits as its monthly counterpart, and paying yearly saves over 16%. A full money-back guarantee applies if you are not 100% satisfied.

Platforms

ElephantDrive supports Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows, and the web. Mobile apps cover iOS and Android, while NAS integration and Windows Server Backup extend coverage beyond ordinary desktop and phone backups.

Who it's for

Choose ElephantDrive if you need automatic file backups across computers, phones, servers, and a NAS, or if shared folders and multiple sub-accounts matter. Family is the sensible middle tier for households and small groups; Business is aimed at organizations needing larger files, unlimited maximum storage, and higher-touch support. Solo is appropriate when one account and a 10 GB file ceiling are sufficient.

Look elsewhere if you require a no-cost entry tier, image-based recovery, or certainty that every large file will fit without moving to Business. ElephantDrive's maximum storage figures are ceilings, not the amount included in each subscription.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Coverage spans desktop, mobile, server, web, and leading NAS devices, reducing the need for separate backup products.
• Pro: Automatic backups, notifications, ransomware protection, and encrypted transport/storage support hands-off protection.
• Pro: Business adds 25 sub-accounts, a dedicated account manager, and concierge service.
• Con: There is no free plan, so trying the service requires a paid subscription.
• Con: Solo's 10 GB file limit may rule out larger media or archive files; higher limits require Family or Business.
• Con: Included storage is 1,000 GB on Solo and 2,000 GB on Family and Business, despite much larger maximum-storage ceilings.

Alternatives

For a broader comparison of NAS-focused products, see NAS Backup Software; for a wider service shortlist, see Cloud Backup Services and Backup software.

• IDrive is the better starting point if you want a free plan, free trial, or a 100 GB entry plan at $0.25 per month.
• Synology Photos suits Synology NAS owners seeking free photo software that requires that NAS.
• GoodSync is an alternative for users seeking workstation or server licensing with a free tier.
• UrBackup is a free, open-source self-hosted option for file and image backups.
• Acronis Cyber Disaster Recovery Cloud is an alternative for businesses seeking pay-as-you-go disaster-recovery cloud resources.
• Ahsay Backup Software offers a $1.00-per-month plan for backing up one to 10 devices.
• Bacula Enterprise is another paid business backup platform with annual endpoint-based pricing.
• Carbonite Safe is worth considering for one-computer plans with unlimited storage.

Verdict

ElephantDrive is a strong choice for households and businesses that want one encrypted service to back up computers, mobile devices, servers, and NAS hardware automatically. Choose it chiefly for that breadth, native NAS integration, and Business-level support. Look elsewhere if a free plan, image recovery, or a lower-cost way to accommodate very large files is more important than unified coverage.