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, 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. A secure file sync & share solution built for enterprises. It offers end-to-end encryption, real-time collaboration, and dedicated deployment options — giving you full control over your data.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  2. Collect client documents without the email chase. Send one branded link with a per-item checklist, auto-reminders, and no client login required.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  3. TransferChain Drive is a blockchain-based and privacy-focused cloud storage provider. It is based in Switzerland, with its headquarters are located in Zug, Switzerland. Data on TransferChain Drive is end-to-end encrypted, split and distributed, solely with blockchain...

    85 TransferChain Drive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  4. The zero-config AI knowledge base. See it, save it, and let AI automatically summarize and tag your screenshots and bookmarks. No folders required.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  5. SecureCloud is file storage for your laptop, phone, tablet and more. Access and share files from anywhere with any device using the fastest cloud storage in New Zealand.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. FinerDocs icon
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    FinerDocs is the fastest way to share PDFs online. Upload a document and get a shareable link instantly. Recipients view it right in their browser on any device, with no downloads or sign-ups required.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  7. Kontainer seamlessly integrates the essential functions of Digital Asset Management (DAM) and Product Information Management (PIM), providing a comprehensive solution for suppliers and resellers.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  8. BurritoShare is a free, browser-based peer-to-peer file sharing tool that lets you send files of any size directly to another person — no uploading, no waiting, no size limits, and no account required.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. ThinGit icon
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    ThinGit is a DropBox alternative offering:

    1. Self-contained Java-based application – just one small JAR file for every platform supporting Java SE. It’s by far the smallest application of this kind.

    2. HTTP proxy support – the most reliable way of circumventing firewalls.

    3).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  10.  5 likes

    FTPSync.pl is a PERL skript to synchronize a local directory tree and a remote FTP directory tree.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  11. autofs icon
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    This program for Linux automatically mounts remote filesystems using ssh when the user attempts to access a file or folder within the not-yet-mounted linking folder.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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