The Best Open Source Nextcloud AlternativesTop Cloud Storage Services & File Sync Tools like Nextcloud

The best open source alternative to Nextcloud is ownCloud. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Nextcloud and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Nextcloud are Ente Photos, Seafile, Filen and Proton Drive.

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Nextcloud alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services, but if you're looking for File Sync Tools or File Managers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Self-Hosted, Self-Hosted + Open Source, Open Source, Windows, Free and Self-Hosted + Free. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Nextcloud.
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  1. ownCloud icon
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    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.

    229 ownCloud alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
     
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  2. Ente Photos icon
     182 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.

    147 Ente Photos alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
     
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  3. Seafile icon
     195 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.

    129 Seafile alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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  4. Filen icon
     152 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.

    77 Filen alternatives

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    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Debian
    • AppImage
    • Fedora
     
  5. Proton Drive icon
     171 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.

    82 Proton Drive alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
     
  6. Cryptee icon
     112 likes

    Encrypted, privacy-focused digital storage with zero-knowledge architecture supporting document editing, notes, journals, and photo storage with raw DSLR support, live sync, markdown, code, LaTeX, to-dos, audio, tables, EPUB, PDF, and cross-platform access.

    91 Cryptee alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  7. PixelUnion icon
     32 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.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  8. Tuta Drive icon
     23 likes

    End-to-end encrypted cloud storage with quantum-resistant cryptography protects files from all third-party access, including service providers, ensuring strict confidentiality for individuals and businesses, seamless web and mobile access, and compliance with EU data laws.

    53 Tuta Drive alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. kDrive icon
     75 likes

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

    49 kDrive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  10. Pydio icon
     130 likes

    Pydio is the mature alternative to Dropbox and Box.com, to build your own box, on your own servers.

    75 Pydio alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
     
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  11. Hoodik icon
     29 likes

    Lightweight, self-hosted encrypted cloud storage enabling fast uploads and downloads, easy Docker install, secure public link sharing, browser-side cryptography, searchable metadata, and low RAM footprint. Designed for privacy, performance, and file management.

    112 Hoodik alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • iPhone
     
  12. Sync-in icon
     19 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.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • npm
    • YunoHost
     
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