Open Source Dropbox Alternatives

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

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Dropbox 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 Open Source, Self-Hosted, Linux, Cloud Storage, Self-Hosted + Open Source, EU and Mac. 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 Dropbox.
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  1. e2ee cloud icon

    e2ee cloud

     8 likes

    e2ee-cloud is a open source, self-hosted, end-to-end encryption software. You can upload and download files in your browser. All files and folders will be encrypted before upload and decrypted after download.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  2. OpenCloud icon

    OpenCloud

     4 likes

    Excellent file management and collaboration for public authorities, providers and business - or anyone who values ease of use and digital sovereignty.

    17 OpenCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

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

    Freehold

     22 likes

    An open, secure, and lightweight platform for your files and data.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Home App
     
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    Proton Drive

    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 op...

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  6. Sia icon

    Sia

     28 likes

    Sia is a new decentralized cloud storage platform aimed at giving users control of their data.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • JSON
    • JavaScript
    • Go (Programming Language)
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  7. Parsec Cloud icon

    Parsec Cloud

     2 likes

    Parsec is a free software (AGPL v3) aiming at easily share your work and data in the cloud in total privacy thanks to cryptographic security.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  8. DoShare icon

    DoShare

     5 likes

    Share anything, anytime. Simple, secure, ad-free.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  11. Tahoe-LAFS icon

    Tahoe-LAFS

     15 likes

    Tahoe-LAFS (Tahoe Least-Authority Filesystem) is a Free and Open cloud storage system. It distributes your data across multiple servers. Even if some of the servers fail or are taken over by an attacker, the entire filesystem continues to function correctly, including...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
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  12. Filebin icon

    Filebin

     5 likes

    Convenient file sharing on the web, without registration. Simply upload files and share the URL. The files will expire automatically in one week.

    14 Filebin alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  13. Jirafeau icon

    Jirafeau

     32 likes

    Jirafeau is an open-source web site permitting to upload a file in a simple way and give an unique link to it.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • NGINX
    • Apache HTTP Server
    • PHP
    • Cloudron
    • lighttpd
    Upload interface
     
  14. notenote.cc icon

    notenote.cc

     6 likes

    Your own Instagram, encrypted.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
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  15. Syncloud icon

    Syncloud

     4 likes

    Run your services at your premises.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
     
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