The Best Open Source Google Drive AlternativesTop Cloud Storage Services & File Sync Tools like Google Drive

The best open source alternative to Google Drive is Nextcloud. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Drive and many of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Google Drive are Syncthing, ownCloud, Proton Drive and Filen.

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  1. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

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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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
    Simple and powerful file sync & share
     
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    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
    Positive
    0

    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
  2. Syncthing icon

    Syncthing

     861 likes
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    Open-source, peer-to-peer service offering encrypted file synchronization, ensuring data privacy and user-autonomy without relying on cloud storage or central servers, suitable for various uses.

    131 Syncthing alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Termux
    • Terminal
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    Comments about Syncthing as an Alternative to Google Drive
    Top Positive Comment
    John Fastman
    4

    For transferring a large amount of data between your computers every now and again, Synthing is brilliant: free, private, open source and MUCH faster speeds (I've seen up to 80MB/second).

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    10

    Google Drive is a centralized location of where you can put your data and provide public links to selected data or folders. Syncthing is decentralized, where you can have a copies of your data and folders on multiple computers (making it somewhat like backup software). Syncthing does not provide public links to your data, but rather others must have Syncthing software installed and the person must share their private ID.

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

    It's open source, secure & cross platform.

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

    • Syncthing is Free and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Syncthing is Lightweight and Privacy focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  4. ownCloud icon

    ownCloud

     863 likes
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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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
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    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
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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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    Proton Drive

     138 likes
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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

    Application types

    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
  7. Filen icon

    Filen

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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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    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
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    CryptPad

     166 likes
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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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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  10. Koofr icon

    Koofr

     135 likes
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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

    Application types

    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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  11. Seafile icon

    Seafile

     193 likes
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    Open source cloud platform for organizations with self-hosting, device file synchronization, sharing, versioning, secure encrypted storage, admin controls, web access, audit logging, and support for desktop and mobile clients for secure collaboration.

    124 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Cozy Cloud

     136 likes
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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.

    79 Cozy Cloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • 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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    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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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    Baianor
    Positive
    1

    It didn't let me create an account, saying it isn't available in my region (Brazil).

    Xandiar
    Positive
    0

    kDrive respects your privacy. It's Swiss made, cheap and you have 2TB of storage. Plus other cool features. The best cloud storage in my opinion !

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

    • kDrive is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • kDrive is Privacy focusedGoogle Drive is not according to our users
  14. Hoodik icon

    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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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