Short answerIf you plan to use a vault for more than about two years, a lifetime purchase is usually cheaper. Before buying anything, check what happens when a plan lapses: a good vault keeps your files readable and exportable, and never disables safety features like a duress code.
Three-year cost, VaultBolt prices
| Plan | Year 1 | 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly ($3.99) | $47.88 | $143.64 |
| Yearly ($17.99) | $17.99 | $53.97 |
| Lifetime ($37.99) | $37.99 | $37.99 |
A weekly plan at $1.99, common in this category, would cost over $300 across three years. VaultBolt has no weekly plan.
The question that matters more: what happens when you stop paying?
Check the listing or FAQ for:
- Are files deleted or locked? They should stay readable and exportable.
- Do safety features switch off? A lapse should never disable a decoy or duress code you rely on.
- Can you still export everything? Always.
Who sells lifetime access
From their listings: VaultBolt ($37.99), Vaultaire ($39.99), Obscura, Encamera and Inner Gallery. Keepsafe, Private Photo Vault, SPV and most calculator vaults are subscription only. See the comparison.
Frequently asked questions
How much is VaultBolt Pro?
US prices: $3.99 a month, $17.99 a year with a 7-day free trial, or $37.99 once. Family is $47.99 a year or $97.99 once.
What happens to my photos if my VaultBolt subscription ends?
Nothing is deleted. Items above the free limit stay readable and exportable, and an existing decoy and duress code keep working.
