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, iPhone and Android 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, Linux, Cloud Storage, Self-Hosted, 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. Open Source cloud file storage server (similar to Google Drive). Host myDrive on your own trusted server or platform, then access myDrive via your web browser. MyDrive uses mongoDB to store file/folder metadata and supports multiple databases to store file chunks, such as Amazon...

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    • Docker
    • Node.JS
    • YunoHost
    • Self-Hosted
     
  2. FileCloud icon
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    FileCloud is a hyper-secure, content collaboration platform (CCP) enabling powerful file sharing and compliance for millions of users.

    144 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
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    Enterprise level self hosted software that can be installed on your own infrastructure.

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

    • FileCloud is Paid and ProprietaryDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
    • FileCloud is a File Sync Dropbox is a Cloud Storage Service
    • FileCloud is CustomizableDropbox is not according to our users
  3. LinShare icon
     27 likes

    Linshare is an Open Source secure file sharing application intended to cover your business security and file transfer needs.

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    • Online
     
  4. Google One icon
     13 likes

    Subscription offers expanded shared storage for Drive, Gmail, and Photos; automatic backup for devices; uncompressed media support; cross-device access; family sharing for up to 5 members; dedicated support; and perks like Play credits and special hotel rates.

    180 Google One alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  5. Woelkli icon
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    woelkli is a service that provides secure cloud storage hosted in Switzerland. Save, view, edit and share your files from anywhere in the world, from any device

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Woelkli vs Dropbox Comments
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    encrypted and user friendly

    • Woelkli is Freemium and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
  6. Astian Cloud icon
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    Astian Cloud is a secure and private storage alternative where users can store their information, share files, edit files, video conferences and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
     
  7. OwnDrive icon
     81 likes

    OwnDrive is a security and privacy oriented cloud storage service that gives access to people’s data anywhere, anytime and from any device. OwnDrive makes storing, syncing and sharing of data easy. Our users have the ability to store, sync and share files, contacts, calendars...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  8. Internxt Drive icon
     70 likes

    Open-source, privacy-focused cloud storage using zero-knowledge encryption and blockchain technology, provides secure file transfer, end-to-end encryption, free 10 GB plan, desktop and mobile support, full user control, and no data tracking or ads.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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    Internxt Drive vs Dropbox Comments
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    X Cloud is the best alternative to Dropbox, iCloud, etc. because it prioritises the user's privacy. The only person who has access to your files is you. This is not true of these other providers. It also has the most beautiful and intuitive UI of all it's competitors.

    • Internxt Drive is Freemium and Open SourceDropbox is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Internxt Drive is Privacy focused, Security-focused and DecentralizedDropbox is not according to our users
  9. Syncplicity icon
     82 likes

    The only automated sync, back-up, collaboration and file management service powerful enough for a business user and easy enough for a novice. Secure, anywhere access to your files.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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    Syncplicity vs Dropbox Comments
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    It's better than Dropbox: it has built-in text editor and sync works perfect plus more free storage

    • Syncplicity is Freemium and ProprietaryDropbox is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Syncplicity is Privacy focusedDropbox is not according to our users
  10. Seamless and secure network share access for mobile with Hypergate Files.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  11. Syncany icon
     73 likes

    Syncany is an open-source cloud storage and filesharing application. It allows users to backup and share certain folders of their workstations using any kind of storage, e.g. FTP, Amazon S3 or Google Storage.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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