MEGA Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to MEGA for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. 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 MEGA and loads of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to MEGA are Dropbox, Filen, Ente Photos and ownCloud.

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  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.

    168 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
  2. Nextcloud icon
     1199 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.

    163 Nextcloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • 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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    Nextcloud vs MEGA Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    7

    Self hosted and privacy friendly.

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

    Open source, self-hosted as cloud services should be

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceMEGA is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused, Customizable and DecentralizedMEGA is not according to our users
  3. Dropbox icon
     5565 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.

    309 Dropbox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Dropbox vs MEGA Comments
    aaravchen
    Negative
    3

    Doesn't share the primary functionality of having zero-trust cloud storage.

    Guest
    Negative
    45

    Dropbox doesn't protect your privacy - Mega does it with strong encryption Dropbox gives you 2 GB of free storage - Mega gives you 50 GB of free storage

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -8

    Works the best, but is a little pricey for storage

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietaryMEGA is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. Filen icon
     145 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.

    72 Filen alternatives

    Cost / License

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Filen vs MEGA Comments
    yhnavein
    Positive
    3

    Modern design, works out of the box, secure, feels great to use

    Manish Tomar
    Negative
    -1

    Worst ever cloud service its delete my all memories whitout any notic after 90 day of inactive

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Filen is Freemium and Open SourceMEGA is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Filen is Privacy focused and LightweightMEGA is not according to our users
  5. Ente Photos icon
     170 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.

    137 Ente Photos alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
     
  6. ownCloud icon
     868 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.

    223 ownCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
     
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    ownCloud vs MEGA Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -6

    it offers the same functionality

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • ownCloud is Freemium and Open SourceMEGA is Freemium and Proprietary
  7. Koofr icon
     145 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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    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
     
  8. pCloud icon
     151 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.

    168 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    pCloud vs MEGA Comments
    aaravchen
    Negative
    1

    If you pay the additional fee for pCloud Crypto, which adds file encryption, the encryption keys are still stored on the server side. There is no actual zero-knowledge storage, which is the primary feature of Mega

    • pCloud is Freemium and ProprietaryMEGA is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • pCloud is Privacy focusedMEGA is not according to our users
  9. Seafile icon
     193 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.

    127 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  10. Tresorit icon
     118 likes

    End-to-end encrypted file synchronization and sharing on desktop and mobile, featuring admin controls, auditing, link-based sharing, two-factor authentication, offline access, granular permission management, and protection for sensitive workplace documents.

    112 Tresorit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Tresorit vs MEGA Comments
    aaravchen
    Positive
    1

    Better than Mega, it has regularly validated security for its zero-knowledge storage.

    • Tresorit is Paid and ProprietaryMEGA is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Tresorit is Privacy focusedMEGA is not according to our users
  11. SpiderOak provides an easy, secure and consolidated online backup, storage, access, sharing & sync tool for Windows, macOS, and Linux (Ubuntu, Debian & Fedora). SpiderOak offers a different approach to online backup, synchronization, and sharing.

    133 Spideroak One Backup alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Spideroak One Backup vs MEGA Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    The clan of 3 that I consider similar in their qualities: SpiderOak Mega.nz Seafile

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Spideroak One Backup is Paid and ProprietaryMEGA is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Spideroak One Backup is Security-focusedMEGA is not according to our users
  12. Cozy Cloud icon
     136 likes

    Cozy makes the personal cloud more accessible. Respectful of the user's privacy, Cozy simplifies daily tasks: synchronize and backup photos, automate bills downloading, manage expenses, etc. Flexible and easy to use, their Open Source platform allows users to create and...

    79 Cozy Cloud alternatives

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    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
     
  13. Yandex Disk icon
     174 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.

    149 Yandex Disk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
     
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