NordLocker Review 2026: The Ultimate File Encryption Tool

NordLocker is a secure product that lets you safely store your photos, online documents, personal files, and anything else you want to back up and protect. We like that it uses a combination of strong encryption methods and offers handy options for organizing your files. 

Whether you choose a free NordLocker plan that allows you to store and share a small amount of data or the Personal Plus plan with 2 terabytes (TB) of data, you’ll have a backup of the things that matter to you. You can even bundle NordLocker with a NordVPN subscription. 

Unfortunately, NordLocker discontinued local lockers in July 2025, and it could get expensive if you need to store lots of files. Otherwise, NordLocker is a great solution for encrypted storage. 

At a glance

Price	$2.99–$19.99/mo
Free plan	Yes — 3 GB
Storage space	3 GB – 2 TB
Encryption	End-to-end AES-256 and ChaCha20
Local storage	No
Details	Get NordLocker

We last tested NordLocker in Q1 2026.

Our experience

Setting up NordLocker was quick and painless. We decided to try out the free version and we weren’t disappointed.

We uploaded several image files into a test locker. Those few photos barely scratched the surface of the free plan’s 3 GB allotment. Generating share links and sharing folders involved clicking a button or two. Overall, the experience was user-friendly and quick.

Getting started

We suggest starting with the free version if you want to test NordLocker. Follow the prompts on the screen to set up your Nord account.

Once you get to the third step, you’ll want to save your recovery key. We saved it to our hard drive and then hid it on our system. 

Once you finish setting up your account, you’re ready to store your files. We found the interface is clean and simple. The aesthetics are pleasing, and you won’t have to dig around looking for your data.

File storage and organization

All your files are organized on the left side of the dashboard. You can create as many as you want within your data limits (such as 3 GB for the free plan). On the right side of the dashboard, you can see how much storage you have left.

Once you have your lockers set up, adding files is simple. We tested NordLocker using our Windows laptop, and all we had to do was drag and drop our files into our locker. 

You can also manually upload files to the locker using the button at the top of the page. Deleting items is easy as well and doesn’t require you to re-enter your encryption key. And once you delete a file, it's deleted permanently from your storage. 

Syncing and sharing files

Syncing is done automatically as long as you’re within your data limits. The bottom-left corner has a refresh button in case you're not seeing something in NordLocker that you know has been uploaded. 

You can share an entire cloud locker or a single file from one of your lockers. Below the My files button on the left side, you'll see a Shared button, which displays all the files you’ve shared and files shared with you.

To share one of your files, click the three buttons next to the file name, then select Manage access. You'll find options to manage who can access the file, share the file via email, or generate a file link. 

This generates a unique link and security code that you can share. This ensures a safe file download without worrying about your data being intercepted when you share lockers.

NordLocker recommends sending the link and passcode separately, in different formats, to protect the privacy of the shared item.

NordLocker prices and subscriptions

NordLocker offers a generous free plan and paid plans that range from $2.99–$19.99/mo. The biggest change you’ll see from tier to tier is how much data you can store at any given time. 

The free plan comes with 3 GB of storage. If you decide you need more storage or the ability to share files, then the paid plans are the better option. These options are particularly useful for small businesses, especially when accompanied by end-to-end encryption. 

If you’re trying to decide between the 500 GB and 2 TB plans, remember that the average cell phone storage is between 64 GB and 250 GB. Checking out your current phone storage and the number of files you have saved there can help you decide what makes the most sense for you.

Plan	Free	500 GB	2 TB
Billed yearly	Free	$2.99/mo	$6.99/mo
Billed monthly	Free	$7.99/mo	$19.99/mo
Storage space	3 GB	500 GB	2 TB (2,000 GB)
Local storage*
Secure sharing
Secure file deletion
Device syncing
File organization
Details	View plan	View plan	View plan

NordLocker features

NordLocker includes several features that make the service useful. Not only will you enjoy encryption and file security, but you’ll also be able to share your stored data securely.

We wish NordLocker included email encryption, but it does encrypt your files for sharing, so that’s a step in the right direction.

Additionally, we like that you can test NordLocker out with a free plan and upgrade if you think you may need it.

Encryption and file security

NordLocker protects your data with end-to-end encryption and a zero-trust architecture. What that means is that your data is encrypted between you and wherever you choose to share it (or even if you choose not to share), and NordLocker can’t see anything you have saved. 

This is essential for both individuals and businesses, so your important files remain secure and unreadable if your drive is hacked. 

In addition, you can set up multi-factor authentication (MFA) to further protect your account. MFA adds an extra layer of security by requiring you to use a secondary form of authentication to log in. It ensures that only you, and no one else, can access your data. Alternatively, you can log in with phone authentication.

Finally, you can set NordLocker to autolock after 5, 30, or 60 minutes of inactivity. 

Local and cloud storage

You can save your data in NordLocker’s cloud. There was previously an option for local storage, but this was discontinued on July 1, 2025.

We dragged and dropped several screenshots from testing the site's products. NordLocker uploaded them quickly and with no issue.

File sharing

File sharing is impossibly easy with NordLocker. The functionality belies the strength of the file encryption within this secure cloud storage tool.

You’ll receive a key and a passcode that allow you to share with anyone. You can share entire lockers or individual files. You can also find the files shared with you by selecting the Shared tab on the left-hand side. 

With NordLocker's secure file sharing, you can easily collaborate with other members of your organization from any device. 

NordLocker compatibility

NordLocker works with the following operating systems: Windows 10 or later, macOS Big Sur (11.3) or later, Android 9.0 or later, and iOS 15.0 or later, available on the iPhone, iPad, and iPod. We didn’t find Linux compatibility.

While there wasn’t any information available about which browsers are compatible with NordLocker, we've tested it in Safari, Microsoft Edge, and Google Chrome. We had no issues using NordLocker with any of these.

You can download the NordLocker app for any of these devices or access your NordLocker account from a web browser. Accessing the service through a mobile app is more user-friendly on mobile devices.

When accessing NordLocker in our web browser, we found it easy to use. We especially liked the drag-and-drop feature that let us easily transfer files from our desktop to our locker in the web browser.

NordLocker customer support

NordLocker customer support includes email and live chat. To contact support, scroll to the bottom of the page and click Help Center to find these options. 

We reached out via live chat to confirm if files are deleted securely from our storage. Although the agent initially asked for more information, they quickly answered our question once we provided details. 

The Help Center also has guides regarding general information, account management, and troubleshooting. 

NordLocker alternatives

Many password managers, including NordPass, offer secure file storage as well. Here are some of the best password managers with file storage: 

Bottom line: Is NordLocker good?

If you want some light file storage or a way to securely share items, you’d benefit from using NordLocker. It’s definitely an upgrade from most cloud storage solutions.

We like free security tech, and NordLocker is from the trusted Nord name. Nord’s products are always aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly, as well as being safe and secure.

From encrypted video messaging to team collaboration, these cloud storage services are really stepping up their game. Whatever you do, make sure to back up your files. If you ever need to recover files, a backup system is invaluable. Recovery may take some time, but it’s nothing like losing all of your data to the void.

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