Dropbox Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Dropbox 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 Dropbox and loads of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Dropbox are ownCloud, MEGA, Syncthing and pCloud.

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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. Cozy Cloud icon

    Cozy Cloud

     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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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
    Automate the synchronisation of your files on your PC with your Cozy.
     
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    Cozy Cloud vs Dropbox Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    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.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    I can install it on my computer and access it via android cell phone or pad.

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

    NO Mention of open source app.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • Cozy Cloud is Freemium and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Cozy Cloud is Privacy focusedDropbox is not according to our users
  2. IPFS icon

    IPFS

     176 likes

    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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Firefox
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    IPFS vs Dropbox Comments
    Gea-Suan Lin
    Negative
    9

    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
    Negative
    0

    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
    Negative
    0

    This is peer to peer not cloud storage.

    3 of 4 comments
    • IPFS is Free and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
    • IPFS is DecentralizedDropbox is not according to our users
  4. kDrive icon

    kDrive

     70 likes

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

    46 kDrive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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    Filen

    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 unc...

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  6. Pydio icon

    Pydio

     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
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    Secure login
     
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    Pydio vs Dropbox Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    4

    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.
    • Pydio is Freemium and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
  7. Icedrive icon

    Icedrive

     46 likes

    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.

    194 Icedrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Icedrive vs Dropbox Comments
    INSIDE
    Positive
    0

    Interface very good. Luck of folder size calculation, but everything else - really nice developed.

    • Icedrive is Freemium and ProprietaryDropbox is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Icedrive is Privacy focusedDropbox is not according to our users
  8. Sync-in icon

    Sync-in

     13 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.

    61 Sync-in alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • npm
    • YunoHost
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  10. 4Shared icon

    4Shared

     158 likes

    4Shared is a large online storage facility where Internet users store their text, audio, video, photo, and other files and share them, if they wish, with other people. It is easy, handy, and free! 15GB storage for the free account.

    144 4Shared alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    Homepage
     
  11. IDrive icon

    IDrive

     54 likes

    Secure cloud backup supporting iPhone, Android, Windows, and more. Featuring quick backups, 256-bit encryption, data protection, and full remote management with file recovery and archiving options.

    133 IDrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Linux
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    IDrive vs Dropbox Comments
    John Fastman
    Positive
    3

    If you don't use Linux, iDrive is a good Dropbox alternative in these ways: 1) it lets you sync your files (Dropbox's focus), 2) it lets you backup your files and mobile phone (better than Dropbox), 3) it gives you 5GB on a free account, not just 2GB and 4) it uses end-to-end encryption, which means iDrive employees can't spy on or give away your stuff. And neither could any hackers should they get in.

    • IDrive is Freemium and ProprietaryDropbox is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • IDrive is Privacy focusedDropbox is not according to our users
  12. SparkleShare icon

    SparkleShare

     110 likes

    SparkleShare is a Free Open Source syncing tool. Its light, secure and easy to use. SparkleShare allows you to setup your own servers so you always keep control on your data.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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  13. Jottacloud icon

    Jottacloud

     22 likes

    Synchronize your PC, tablet and phone with Jottacloud, and have all your files readily available for both sharing and work.

    72 Jottacloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  14. FileCloud icon

    FileCloud

     91 likes

    FileCloud is a hyper-secure, content collaboration platform (CCP) enabling powerful file sharing and compliance for millions of users.

    133 FileCloud alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Office Outlook
    • Gmail
    • Microsoft Office Suite
    • Firefox
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    FileCloud vs Dropbox Comments
    mio
    Positive
    0

    Enterprise level self hosted software that can be installed on your own infrastructure.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    FileCloud is much safer thanks to on-prem solution and has easy to use yet feature-rich client apps.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • FileCloud is Paid and ProprietaryDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
    • FileCloud is CustomizableDropbox is not according to our users
  15. Lufi icon

    Lufi

     27 likes

    Lufi means Let's Upload that FIle. It's a E2E encrypted file sharing software.

    164 Lufi alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    Lufi screenshot 1
     
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