What makes LightUp.Cloud different from Dropbox or Google Drive?

LightUp.Cloud is 5x cheaper and 10x faster than competitors, with unlimited users and devices. It offers on-premise hosting for complete data control, multi-datacenter replication, and is specifically tailored for architects, designers, photographers, journalists, and healthcare practices.

Is LightUp.Cloud HIPAA and GDPR compliant?

Yes, LightUp.Cloud supports HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, and other compliance requirements through on-premise hosting, data isolation, and multi-datacenter deployment options that give you complete control over where your data is stored.

Can I host LightUp.Cloud on my own servers?

Absolutely. LightUp.Cloud offers private on-premise hosting options that are disaster-proof, highly available, and scale as needed. The server-side software is open source and built on Erlang for maximum reliability.

What file sizes can I upload with LightUp.Cloud?

LightUp.Cloud supports unlimited file sizes, including HD videos and live streams. The system is optimized for large media files with multi-cluster replication for CDN, analytics, and transcoding workflows.

How much does LightUp.Cloud cost compared to competitors?

LightUp.Cloud is 5x cheaper than competitors with fixed pricing and no hidden charges. Unlike competitors that charge $720-$3,600 per team with user limits, we offer unlimited users and devices at a fraction of the cost.

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We Are Multi-Cloud Now: LightUp.Cloud Adds Azure Blob Storage

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LightUp.Cloud now works with Azure Blob Storage as well as any S3-compatible service. Same features, same data layout, one setting to switch — the no vendor lock-in promise, kept.

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