ownCloud AlternativesOnly apps categorised as File Managers

The best File Manager alternative to ownCloud is Nextcloud, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to ownCloud and many of them are File Managers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting File Manager alternatives to ownCloud are Seafile, Sync-in, Hoodik and Pydio.

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ownCloud alternatives are mainly File Managers, but if you're looking for File Sync Tools or Cloud Storage Services you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows, 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 ownCloud.
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  1. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

     1250 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.

    182 Nextcloud alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
    Nextcloud screenshot 1
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  2. Seafile icon

    Seafile

     199 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.

    137 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • CN flagChina
    Seafile screenshot 1
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  4. Sync-in icon

    Sync-in

     21 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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • npm
    • YunoHost
    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU
    Sync-in screenshot 1
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  5. Hoodik icon

    Hoodik

     32 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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • HR flagCroatia
    • European Union flagEU
    Hoodik screenshot 1
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  6. Pydio icon

    Pydio

     132 likes

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

    79 Pydio alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU
    Secure login
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  8. Filestash icon

    Filestash

     40 likes

    A Dropbox-like file manager that let you manage your data anywhere it is located: FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Git, S3, Minio, Dropbox, Google Drive.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU
    File browser
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  9. copyparty icon

    copyparty

     15 likes

    Portable file server with accelerated resumable uploads, dedup, WebDAV, FTP, TFTP, zeroconf, media indexer, thumbnails++ all in one file, no deps.

    75 copyparty alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Python
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Docker
    • Termux
    • NO flagNorway
    The browser
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  10. Lufi icon

    Lufi

     26 likes

    Secure file sharing software with end-to-end encryption. Files are encrypted in-browser, and encryption keys are embedded in the URL, never sent to the server. This ensures file content remains private and inaccessible to third parties, including the software administrator and ISPs.

    188 Lufi alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU
    Lufi screenshot 1
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  11. Nimbox Vault icon

    Nimbox Vault

     7 likes

    Beautifully secure collaboration tools, built for business. Grab your trial today!

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
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  12. FileRun icon

    FileRun

     14 likes

    FileRun is a full featured PHP web based file manager with a very easy to use user interface.

    52 FileRun alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Unraid
    • OpenMediaVault
    • PHP
    • Docker
    • PT flagPortugal
    • European Union flagEU
    FileRun features a premium user interface which rises to the level of quality usually found only with solutions provided by global companies, such as Google.
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  13. vBoxxCloud icon

    vBoxxCloud

     61 likes

    vBoxxCloud is a GDPR Ready cloud solution help you store, edit and share files online and keeps your information private in the Netherlands. As a Cloud solution designed for businesses, it provides a robust central dashboard where you can manage users, organization and control...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Office Outlook
    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU
    Upload, edit and share files with vBoxxCloud
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  14. Shadow Drive icon

    Shadow Drive

     5 likes

    Keep your data secure and private, import files from other providers and sync on any of your devices.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU
    Shadow Drive screenshot 1
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