Google Photos AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Cloud Storage Services

The best Cloud Storage alternative to Google Photos is Ente Photos, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Photos and 16 are Cloud Storage Services so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Cloud Storage Service alternatives to Google Photos are Nextcloud, Proton Drive, PixelUnion and Sync-in.

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Google Photos alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services, but if you're looking for Photo Managers or Photo Sharing Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include EU, Android, Android + Image Viewer, Linux, Kindle Fire, Open Source and Self-Hosted. 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 Photos.
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  1. Ente Photos icon

    Ente Photos

     152 likes

    Open-source, end-to-end encrypted backup and sharing for photos and videos, multi-platform sync, original quality preservation, privacy-first design, collaborative albums, family sharing, secure external sharing, robust data replication, and device imports.

    130 Ente Photos alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about Ente Photos as an Alternative to Google Photos
    schwurblersib
    Positive
    3

    It is the best Google photos alternative I know. It even has pretty good AI-features, which work completely offline (of course you'll need an internet connection to sync your photos). It looks very good and makes me feel like my photos are stored in a safe place.

    jbravo
    Positive
    3

    It's simple enough for the average Google Photos user, who doesn't know how to self-host a server or do any technical configurations. Just install, transfer photos, and all your photos are backed up and available any time!

    Pietro Smusi
    Positive
    5

    I prefer ente to google photos as it provides end-to-end encryption to your photos, meaning you are the only able to see them, not even ente can decrypt them. The application is open source and ente's infrastructure whitepaper is publicly available. It has a smooth good-looking and simple app interface (android/ios/web), the prices are reasonable and the support is litterally just so fast. Recommended, as they also offer one year with 1GB of free trial.

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    • Ente Photos is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Photos is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Ente Photos is Privacy focusedGoogle Photos is not according to our users
  2. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

     1175 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
    Simple and powerful file sync & share
     
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    Top Positive Comment
    da_
    1

    It can even handle raw photos, if the appropriate app is installed.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    BarnMTB
    8

    With Nextcloud, you have to install and maintain the service/server yourself or pay a 3rd party host to do it for you. This requires some technical knowledge, willingness, and some investment upfront. Nextcloud is not "register an account & go", unlike Google Photos.

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Taking control of my digital footpring. Nextcloud is self-hosted - My data is MY data...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceGoogle Photos is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableGoogle Photos is not according to our users
  4. Proton Drive icon

    Proton Drive

     146 likes

    Offering comprehensive privacy with end-to-end encryption, Proton Drive allows users to store, synchronize, and share files across various devices through web, desktop, and mobile apps. Free storage up to 5 GB, service remains open-source and audited, ensuring file content and access control.

    66 Proton Drive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
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  6. PixelUnion icon

    PixelUnion

     31 likes

    PixelUnion is a privacy-focused, EU-based photo storage service alternative to Google Photos. It offers lossless uploads, free 16 GB starter storage, AI-powered face recognition, and more.

    30 PixelUnion alternatives

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    • Online
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  7. Sync-in icon

    Sync-in

     8 likes

    Sync-in is a secure, open-source platform for file storage, synchronization, and team collaboration — designed to give organizations full control over their data and workflows, while remaining flexible enough for individual needs.

    54 Sync-in alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • npm
    • YunoHost
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  8. Stingle Photos icon

    Stingle Photos

     27 likes

    Stingle Photos is a secure photo/video encryption and backup application that provides strong security, privacy, encryption and safely saves your media on cloud storage keeping you safe from data breaches and leaks.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

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    • Android
    Backup and sync photos and videos with secure end-to-end encryption
     
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    Comments about Stingle Photos as an Alternative to Google Photos
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Stingle Photos is a secure alternative to Google Photos

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

    Its secure, encrypted, no one can see and track your media. Also easy to use and share photos with friends

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Stingle Photos is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Photos is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Stingle Photos is Privacy focusedGoogle Photos is not according to our users
  11. zeitkapsl icon

    zeitkapsl

     5 likes

    A private, end-to-end encrypted photo and video storage service based in the EU. It lets you back up, organize, and share memories securely, with original quality, no ads, and zero data mining.

    15 zeitkapsl alternatives

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  12. bewCloud icon

    bewCloud

     3 likes

    Open-source cloud storage solution built on TypeScript, Deno, and Fresh, offering a minimal, user-friendly interface, WebDAV file access, easy sharing, modular architecture, and integration with existing clients, designed for privacy and flexible self-hosting.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  13. Files app

     4 likes

    Single-file PHP app that can be dropped into any folder, instantly creating a gallery of files and folders.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Self-Hosted
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  14. Faves icon

    Faves

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    Save and organize your videos from anywhere without using your storage.

    11 Faves alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  15. Megatech Photos icon

    Megatech Photos

     1 like

    Megatech Photos is a privacy-focused photo storage platform offering 100?GB of free storage forever (no trial, no credit card, no ads inside the app). Users can import photos directly from Dropbox, Google Photos, and OneDrive.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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