Dropbox Alternatives

Dropbox is described as 'Put your files into your Dropbox on one computer, and they'll be instantly available on any of your other computers that also have Dropbox installed. Because copies of your files are stored on Dropbox's secure servers, you can also access them from any computer or mobile' and is a leading Cloud Storage service in the backup & sync category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Dropbox for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone apps. The best Dropbox alternative is Nextcloud, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Dropbox are Google Drive, ownCloud, MEGA and Syncthing.

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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, Mac and Apple Watch. 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. Tresorit icon

    Tresorit

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    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.

    107 Tresorit alternatives

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    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Access encrypted documents from any device and stay in sync with your team.
     
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    John Fastman
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    End-to-end encrypted Dropbox alternative. Does what Dropbox, Google Drive and others do. But the files are only ever encrypted with passwords you keep, on your computer. So Tresorit doesn't get to see your private stuff. Expensive for individuals, though, but fantastic security.

    Guest
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    Tresorit does everything Dropbox does, except that it's far more secure and private. It operates in Switzerland and keeps your files encrypted in a way that even the employees can't see them. This means that if they were hacked, your information isn't going to be leaked and they can't pass it on to snooping three-letter agencies.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    If data security is important to you drop Dropbox and use Tresorit. Their product is always improving too, with more and more features!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Tresorit is a great Dropbox alternative.

    • Tresorit is the most popular commercial alternative to Dropbox.

    • Tresorit is Paid and ProprietaryDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Sync.com

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    Offers cloud file storage with end-to-end encryption, automated backup, and multi-device sync. Includes zero-knowledge privacy, password-protected sharing, permissions, and collaboration features. Large file support, offline access, file recovery, and Canadian privacy compliance.

    117 Sync.com alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    John Fastman
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    Sync.com is a MUCH better choice than Dropbox (unless you use Linux), because it does everything Dropbox does, but it uses end-to-end encryption to ensure that your data is stored in a way only you can view it. That's not true of Dropbox, because they keep the encryption keys, which can be used by employees to see what you've got, stolen by hackers or passed on to the feds.

    Guest
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    End-to-end encryption and simple interface makes Sync.com a good alternative. The vault, where you can archive files in the cloud, is a nice touch.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Odaeus
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    Works seamlessly and encrypts everything locally or in-browser.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Sync.com is a great Dropbox alternative.

    • Sync.com is Freemium and ProprietaryDropbox is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Sync.com is Privacy focused and Security-focusedDropbox is not according to our users
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    Koofr

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    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 (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Linux Mobile
    • Google Chrome
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Rust
    • Chromium
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    Ola Johansson
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    They had me at .syncignore, i.e you can use a .gitignore file to just ignore files in a synced folder, useful for node_modules and stuff.

    Guest
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    It is a cloud storage service, which is not only an alternative to Dropbox, but also extends it, by enabling connection with Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive inside one application.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Koofr is a great Dropbox alternative.

    • Koofr is Freemium and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Koofr is Privacy focused and LightweightDropbox is not according to our users
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    PowerFolder

    Experience seamless file synchronization and sharing with advanced encryption across Windows, Mac, and Linux. Effortlessly backup and sync files, music, and photos with maximum privacy and cross-device compatibility.

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    Cozy Cloud

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    Choose simplicity, get Cozy. We all have a life and a digital life. Cozy gathers them. In your Cozy, you have all your personal data: pictures, health, bank, holidays, accessible only by you. Welcome to your new digital home.

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
    Automate the synchronisation of your files on your PC with your Cozy.
     
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    Guest
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    3

    Free and open source software, great UX, can be self-hosted if you want. Can add apps on top to leverage personal data.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    I can install it on my computer and access it via android cell phone or pad.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    NO Mention of open source app.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Cozy Cloud is a great Dropbox alternative.

    • Cozy Cloud is Freemium and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Cozy Cloud is Privacy focusedDropbox is not according to our users
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    IPFS

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    IPFS is a global, versioned, peer-to-peer filesystem. It combines ideas from Git, BitTorrent, Kademlia, SFS, and the web. It is like a single bittorrent swarm, exchanging git objects. IPFS provides an interface as simple as the HTTP web, but with permanence built in.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Firefox
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    Gea-Suan Lin
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    It's totally different concept between IPFS and Dropbox. IPFS focuses on distributed web system (protocol), and Dropbox is a sync and storage service.

    Benjamin Lupton
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    IPFS is all VC-backed marketing hype that doesn't deliver. Also, it is not an alternative to Dropbox. IPFS is a protocol, Dropbox is a service and app. Apps use protocols, protocols don't use apps.

    poppabearten
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    This is peer to peer not cloud storage.

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    • Some users think IPFS is a great Dropbox alternative, some don't.

    • IPFS is Free and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Yandex Disk

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    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.

    147 Yandex Disk alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
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    MediaFire

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    MediaFire is the simple solution for uploading and downloading files on the internet. It focuses on providing a positive experience for downloaders, but does not offer an affiliate program for uploaders.

    233 MediaFire alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Online
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    • Apple TV
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  11. kDrive icon

    kDrive

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

    41 kDrive alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • F-Droid
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    Hoodik

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    Hoodik is a lightweight, secure, and self-hosted cloud storage solution. It's designed and built with Rust and Vue, focusing on end-to-end encryption that shields your data from prying eyes and hackers.

    91 Hoodik alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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    Pydio

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

    75 Pydio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    Secure login
     
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    Pydio is very similar to Owncloud, therefore if owncloud is deemed an alternative to Dropbox, so is Pydio

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Pydio is a great Dropbox alternative.

    • Pydio is Freemium and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
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    iCloud

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    Store email, contacts, calendars, photos, music, books, apps and more in the cloud and access them on all your devices. iCloud also provides collaborative services for task management and notes and productivity apps for text documents, spreadsheets and presentations.

    108 iCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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  15. Icedrive icon

    Icedrive

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    Icedrive is a cloud storage, backup and file sharing service with browser, desktop and mobile apps.

    The Icedrive desktop application allows users to mount their cloud storage space as a real hard drive.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
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    Interface very good. Luck of folder size calculation, but everything else - really nice developed.

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    • Icedrive is Freemium and ProprietaryDropbox is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Icedrive is Privacy focusedDropbox is not according to our users
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