Google Drive AlternativesOnly Free apps categorised as Cloud Storage Services

The best free Cloud Storage alternative to Google Drive is Nextcloud, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Drive and loads of them are free Cloud Storage Services so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free Cloud Storage Service alternatives to Google Drive are Dropbox, MEGA, ownCloud and Proton Drive.

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  1. pCloud icon
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    Fast and very secure digital asset management platform with a user-friendly interface. Allows you to customize download links with your brand's style and logo. Controlled access to all your digital files-anytime, anywhere,on any device and more.

    153 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
  2. Nextcloud icon
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    On-premises solution offering file sync, universal data access and collaboration through Nextcloud Files, Talk, and Groupware. Ensures secure, controlled data storage for enterprise with powerful privacy tools including encryption, fine-grained access, and a bug bounty.

    154 Nextcloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
     
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    Comments about Nextcloud as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Comment summary: Nextcloud is frequently praised for being open-source, secure, and offering self-hosting options, allowing users full control over their data compared to Google Drive. Users appreciate its integration across various platforms such as smartphones and different operating systems. Despite being free and extensible, setting up Nextcloud requires a degree of technical skill, which may pose challenges for some users. Privacy and the ability to avoid commercial storage terms are also highlighted.
    Top Positive Comment
    komp12321
    2

    Basic installations of Nextcloud have similar features, but after adding some apps you can get much more from nextcloud than from google

    KeenFlosser
    Positive
    0

    Great self-hostable alternative to Google Drive.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    fool-of-owari
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    Nextcloud is an excellent cloud storage tool.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Nextcloud is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Nextcloud is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Google Drive.

    • Nextcloud is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Google Drive.

    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  3. Dropbox icon
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    Synchronize and access files across multiple devices with secure cloud storage. Features include 2GB free storage, two-factor authentication, selective sync, offline access, shared folders, and built-in viewer, supporting various platforms and languages.

    289 Dropbox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about Dropbox as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Vearol
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    I've used dropbox for a long time now. It is very fast and convenient

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Anipe
    1

    Same thing with less data but google isn't tracing you so its a positive?

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    • Most users think Dropbox is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. MEGA icon
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    This cloud-storage service offers end-to-end encryption, selective synchronization, and shared folders without ads. Supports offline access, two-factor authentication, encrypted backup, a command-line interface, and dark mode for comfortable use.

    204 MEGA alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    Comments about MEGA as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Top Positive Comment
    Mansampard01
    7

    Secure and a lot of free space.

    Top Negative Comment
    RemovedUser
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    Seriously I have to create my account and pay a subscription for continue my download, for some reasons I prefer zippishare, mediafire and google drive

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Positive
    0

    MEGA is a great (free!) alternative to Google Drive- more free space, and it's encrypted!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think MEGA is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • MEGA is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
  5. ownCloud icon
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    Self-hosted option for secure file sync, sharing, calendars, contacts, and mail supporting mobile, desktop, web access and external storage, real-time collaboration, password-protected links, document editing, anti-virus scanning, and LDAP integration.

    221 ownCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
     
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    Comments about ownCloud as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Guest
    Positive
    4

    Offers all majors features, plus it's self-hosted (=data under control), but can be a bit tricky to set up for a non tech-savvy.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Perfect solution for keeping a secure cloud

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think ownCloud is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • ownCloud is the most popular SaaS alternative to Google Drive.

    • ownCloud is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
  6. Proton Drive icon
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    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 open-source and audited, ensuring file content and access control.

    66 Proton Drive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
     
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    Comments about Proton Drive as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Shaz Shah
    Positive
    3

    I like Proton Drive as an alternative to Google Drive because of its privacy-first approach to serving their users. Like Google Drive, it provides apps to download to the desktop and mobile devices. You can also set the desktop app to automatically sync selected folders.

    very_unfortunate
    Negative
    3

    Pretty underwhelming in terms of features and support. Mobile apps aren't great currently

    KeenFlosser
    Positive
    0

    Down and upload speeds could be better, but works amazing.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Proton Drive is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Proton Drive is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Proton Drive is Privacy focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
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    Manage and share files securely across devices with OneDrive. It offers 5 GB free storage, direct Office integration, automatic backups, and file sync for seamless collaboration. Ideal for personal and business use with advanced data protection tools.

    208 Microsoft OneDrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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    isTrick
    Positive
    4

    You will be exchanging one big tech for another.

    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    Because it is not Google :)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Microsoft OneDrive is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Microsoft OneDrive is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Filen icon
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    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 uncompromising privacy and security.

    65 Filen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
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    Comments about Filen as an Alternative to Google Drive
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    Positive
    1

    End-to-end encrypted, community engaged and generous plans either with subscription or lifetime single pay.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Filen is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Filen is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Filen is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  9. CryptPad icon
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    CryptPad is a private-by-design alternative to popular office tools and cloud services. All the content stored on CryptPad is encrypted before being sent, which means nobody can access your data unless you give them the keys.

    72 CryptPad alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
     
  10. Box icon
     447 likes
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    Offers secure content management with workflow automation, AI-driven insights, 10GB free cloud storage, e-signature support, integration with 1,500+ apps, file-level security, offline access, document commenting, real-time search, and previews for 200+ file types.

    232 Box alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Enough space to upload, may be smaller than Google drive, but it is not Google thankfully :)

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

    Very similar to Google Drive, has 10 GB free space, mobile app, one can create/upload/edit Microsoft Office files. Additionally one can tag these files. Encryption is possible, even though you have to pay for this.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Box is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • Box is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
  11. pCloud icon
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    Fast and very secure digital asset management platform with a user-friendly interface. Allows you to customize download links with your brand's style and logo. Controlled access to all your digital files-anytime, anywhere,on any device and more.

    153 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    John Fastman
    Positive
    3

    pCloud's advantage is that it works very smoothly, is hosted in Switzerland (much better privacy laws than US) and provides an encrypted folder whose contents aren't readble to the service. By contrast, GoogleDrive can read, lose, give away and analyzed all the contents of your files. Choose end-to-end encrypted alternatives. See Sync.com, Spideroak, iDrive and Cryptomator.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Can access to files like Google Filestream and its very secure.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks pCloud is a great Google Drive alternative.

    • pCloud is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Drive is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • pCloud is Privacy focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  12. Resilio Sync  icon
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    Resilio Sync allows you to automatically sync files between computers via secure, distributed technology (P2P bittorrent protocol).

    71 Resilio Sync alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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  13. Koofr icon
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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

    Platforms

    • 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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