Google Drive Alternatives for Linux

Google Drive is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Nextcloud, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Drive and loads of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Google Drive are Dropbox, MEGA, Syncthing and ownCloud.

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Google Drive alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services, but if you're looking for File Sync Tools or Online Backup Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Self-Hosted, Open Source, Free, EU, Free + Cloud Storage and Android + Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Google Drive.
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Alternatives list

  1. pCloud icon
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    Fast and very secure digital asset management platform with a user-friendly interface. Allows you to customize download links with your brand's style and logo. Controlled access to all your digital files-anytime, anywhere,on any device and more.

    153 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
  2. Nextcloud icon
     1173 likes

    On-premises solution offering file sync, universal data access and collaboration through Nextcloud Files, Talk, and Groupware. Ensures secure, controlled data storage for enterprise with powerful privacy tools including encryption, fine-grained access, and a bug bounty.

    154 Nextcloud alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Flathub
     
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    254
    Comments about Nextcloud as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Top Positive Comment
    komp12321
    2

    Basic installations of Nextcloud have similar features, but after adding some apps you can get much more from nextcloud than from google

    KeenFlosser
    Positive
    0

    Great self-hostable alternative to Google Drive.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    fool-of-owari
    Positive
    0

    Nextcloud is an excellent cloud storage tool.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 23 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Nextcloud is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  3. Dropbox icon
     5561 likes

    Synchronize and access files across multiple devices with secure cloud storage. Features include 2GB free storage, two-factor authentication, selective sync, offline access, shared folders, and built-in viewer, supporting various platforms and languages.

    290 Dropbox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    83
    Comments about Dropbox as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Vearol
    Positive
    0

    I've used dropbox for a long time now. It is very fast and convenient

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Anipe
    1

    Same thing with less data but google isn't tracing you so its a positive?

    Dropbox icon
    Dropbox icon
    • Most users think Dropbox is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. MEGA icon
     923 likes

    This cloud-storage service offers end-to-end encryption, selective synchronization, and shared folders without ads. Supports offline access, two-factor authentication, encrypted backup, a command-line interface, and dark mode for comfortable use.

    202 MEGA alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    Comments about MEGA as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Top Positive Comment
    Mansampard01
    7

    Secure and a lot of free space.

    Top Negative Comment
    RemovedUser
    -2

    Seriously I have to create my account and pay a subscription for continue my download, for some reasons I prefer zippishare, mediafire and google drive

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Positive
    0

    MEGA is a great (free!) alternative to Google Drive- more free space, and it's encrypted!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
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    • Most users think MEGA is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • MEGA is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
  5. Syncthing icon
     868 likes

    Open-source, peer-to-peer service offering encrypted file synchronization, ensuring data privacy and user-autonomy without relying on cloud storage or central servers, suitable for various uses.

    132 Syncthing alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Termux
    • Terminal
     
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    Comments about Syncthing as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Top Positive Comment
    John Fastman
    4

    For transferring a large amount of data between your computers every now and again, Synthing is brilliant: free, private, open source and MUCH faster speeds (I've seen up to 80MB/second).

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    10

    Google Drive is a centralized location of where you can put your data and provide public links to selected data or folders. Syncthing is decentralized, where you can have a copies of your data and folders on multiple computers (making it somewhat like backup software). Syncthing does not provide public links to your data, but rather others must have Syncthing software installed and the person must share their private ID.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    It's open source, secure & cross platform.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
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    • Most users think Syncthing is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Syncthing is Free and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Syncthing is Lightweight and Privacy focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  6. ownCloud icon
     864 likes

    Self-hosted option for secure file sync, sharing, calendars, contacts, and mail supporting mobile, desktop, web access and external storage, real-time collaboration, password-protected links, document editing, anti-virus scanning, and LDAP integration.

    220 ownCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
     
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    Comments about ownCloud as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Guest
    Positive
    4

    Offers all majors features, plus it's self-hosted (=data under control), but can be a bit tricky to set up for a non tech-savvy.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Perfect solution for keeping a secure cloud

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think ownCloud is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • ownCloud is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
  7. Filen icon
     126 likes

    Filen is a cutting-edge cloud storage provider that offers client-side, end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption. Headquartered and operated entirely in Germany, Filen is at the forefront of combining comprehensive features with uncompromising privacy and security.

    64 Filen alternatives

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    • Online
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    Comments about Filen as an Alternative to Google Drive
    mimumu
    Positive
    1

    End-to-end encrypted, community engaged and generous plans either with subscription or lifetime single pay.

    Filen icon
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    • Almost everyone thinks Filen is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Filen is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Filen is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  8. pCloud icon
     149 likes

    Fast and very secure digital asset management platform with a user-friendly interface. Allows you to customize download links with your brand's style and logo. Controlled access to all your digital files-anytime, anywhere,on any device and more.

    153 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about pCloud as an Alternative to Google Drive
    John Fastman
    Positive
    3

    pCloud's advantage is that it works very smoothly, is hosted in Switzerland (much better privacy laws than US) and provides an encrypted folder whose contents aren't readble to the service. By contrast, GoogleDrive can read, lose, give away and analyzed all the contents of your files. Choose end-to-end encrypted alternatives. See Sync.com, Spideroak, iDrive and Cryptomator.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Can access to files like Google Filestream and its very secure.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    pCloud icon
    pCloud icon
    • Almost everyone thinks pCloud is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • pCloud is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • pCloud is Privacy focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  9. Resilio Sync  icon
     324 likes

    Resilio Sync allows you to automatically sync files between computers via secure, distributed technology (P2P bittorrent protocol).

    71 Resilio Sync alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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  10. Koofr icon
     139 likes

    Koofr is a safe, secure and simple way to store, backup and share your documents, photos, videos and more. It offers up to 10 GB of free safe storage for your files with affordable upgrades and options to connect multiple cloud accounts.

    192 Koofr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Linux Mobile
    • Google Chrome
    • Rust
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
    • Chromium
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  11. Seafile icon
     192 likes

    Open source cloud platform for organizations with self-hosting, device file synchronization, sharing, versioning, secure encrypted storage, admin controls, web access, audit logging, and support for desktop and mobile clients for secure collaboration.

    125 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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  12. kDrive icon
     64 likes

    kDrive is a Swiss online storage service that respects its users' privacy and makes storing, sharing & collaborating on files a breeze.

    41 kDrive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
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    Comments about kDrive as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Baianor
    Positive
    1

    It didn't let me create an account, saying it isn't available in my region (Brazil).

    Xandiar
    Positive
    0

    kDrive respects your privacy. It's Swiss made, cheap and you have 2TB of storage. Plus other cool features. The best cloud storage in my opinion !

    kDrive icon
    kDrive icon
    • Almost everyone thinks kDrive is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • kDrive is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • kDrive is Privacy focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  13. Yandex Disk icon
     169 likes

    Yandex Disk is a free cloud storage service that gives you access to your photos, videos and documents from any internet-enabled device. Download the app to your phone or tablet and you'll literally be able to carry your files with you everywhere.

    146 Yandex Disk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
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    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
     
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    18
    Comments about Yandex Disk as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Cubium
    Negative
    0

    Recently this service has a laughable 1 GB per file upload limit in the free plan.

    Yandex Disk icon
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    • Most users think Yandex Disk is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Yandex Disk is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Yandex Disk is Security-focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
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