Encrypted storage
Filen
Filen is the open-source alternative to Tresorit.
- Website
- filen.io
- KYC
- optional KYC — Email at signup; free tier available.
- Status
- active
- Fiat on-ramp
- no
- Payment
- card, crypto
- Jurisdiction
- Germany (operator-disclosed)
- Founded
- 2020
- Open source
- yes
- Custodial
- yes
- Last verified
- Sources
- 2
Overview
What Filen is#
A German end-to-end-encrypted cloud storage service with open-source clients.
Threat-model fit#
Open-source-preferring zero-knowledge storage.
Strengths
- Open-source clients (desktop, mobile, sync).
- End-to-end encryption at rest with client-held keys.
- Crypto payment accepted on paid plans.
Caveats
- Email at signup.
- Germany jurisdiction.
- Smaller operator; mature compared to peers but younger than Tresorit.
- Facts need re-verification by operator (last seeded 2026-01).
Verdict
Filen is the open-source alternative to Tresorit. Same end-to-end encryption story; younger operator. Useful when open-source clients are a requirement.
FAQ
- Does Filen require KYC?
- Filen has optional KYC; you can use the service without it for the basic flow. Email at signup; free tier available.
- What payment methods does Filen accept?
- Filen accepts: card, crypto.
- Where is Filen based?
- Operating jurisdiction listed as Germany (operator-disclosed). This is best-known information; corporate structure can be opaque.
Sources
- Filen home · accessed
- Filen docs · accessed
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