German zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage.
Ente
End-to-end encrypted photo storage with a free tier and a self-hostable server.
- Zero KYC
- US
- Evidence and score →
Common useEncrypted photo backupCloud Storage
Identity checksZero KYCNo document check recorded · identity exposure level 1/4
Evidence and riskVerified / StandardClaims checked against current primary sources; no material risk recorded in them.
Last reviewedReviewed 2026-08-07KYC checked 2026-08-07 · verified jurisdiction · Source → official termsHow to cite this page
Evidence and score
EVIDENCEVerified
RISKStandard
JURISDICTIONUS
NOTEPaid plans cannot be bought privately: Stripe and PayPal are the only rails and both link a real identity to the account. The terms name Ente Technologies, Inc. and set Delaware governing law with venue in Santa Clara County, so US legal process reaches account metadata even though file contents are end-to-end encrypted.
AUDITED BYNo audit listed
PRIVACY SCORE
Why privacy is 70/100Formula 3.0
- BaselineStarting privacy exposure score
- +100
- Identity exposureBasic account or payment metadata recorded (level 1 of 4)
- -20
- Operator exposureHosted operator in a Five Eyes jurisdiction
- -10
EVIDENCE CONFIDENCE
Why evidence is 100/100Formula 3.0
- Source coverageMaterial claims checked against current sources
- +70
- Review ageAll recorded checks are within 30 days
- +30
METHODOLOGYHow both scores are computed →
LAST CHECKED2026-08-07
LAST UPDATED2026-08-07
Specs
DOCUMENT CHECKNone recorded
IDENTITY EXPOSURELevel 1/4
KYC TRIGGERSNo document identity check. The help centre lists payment methods as credit cards via Stripe and PayPal, with card details held by Stripe rather than Ente. There is no cryptocurrency rail, so any paid plan carries a card or PayPal identity trail. The 10GB free tier and self-hosting avoid payment data entirely.
FEE10GB free, $2.49/mo 50GB, $4.99/mo 200GB, $9.99/mo 1TB
CATEGORIESCloud Storage
COMMON USESEncrypted photo backup, Self-hosted storage, Leaving Google Photos
FEATURESEnd-to-end encrypted photo backup, Open source clients and server, Self-hostable, Stored in 3 locations, On-device face recognition, Family plan sharing, Public links, Independently audited, 10GB free tier
TORNot listed
REGIONSGlobal availability
About
End-to-end encrypted photo storage with a 10GB free tier. Paid plans run through Stripe or PayPal, with no crypto option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is identity verification required?
No identity verification is recorded for typical use. No document identity check. The help centre lists payment methods as credit cards via Stripe and PayPal, with card details held by Stripe rather than Ente. There is no cryptocurrency rail, so any paid plan carries a card or PayPal identity trail. The 10GB free tier and self-hosting avoid payment data entirely.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Please check the provider site for accepted payment methods.
Where is it available?
Recorded availability: GLOBAL.
Is the operator based in a Five Eyes country?
Yes. The recorded jurisdiction is US, a Five Eyes country (US, UK, CA, AU, NZ).
How are privacy and evidence calculated?
The privacy score is 70/100 and measures identity and operator exposure. Evidence confidence is 100/100 and measures source coverage and review age. Recorded risk is shown separately as standard. Every factor is listed on this page.
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