Google Drive AlternativesOnly Self-Hosted apps categorised as Online Backup Tools

Google Drive is not available as a self-hosted solution but there are some alternatives for power users and business that want to host a solution on-premise. The best Self-Hosted Online Backup Tool 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 Google Drive and seven of them are Online Backup Tools available as a self-hosted solution so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Self-Hosted Online Backup Tool alternatives to Google Drive are Syncthing, ownCloud, Seafile and Cozy Cloud.

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Google Drive alternatives are mainly File Sync Tools, but if you're looking for Online Backup Tools or Cloud Storage Services you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Open Source, EU, Free, Self-Hosted, Free + Cloud Storage and Android + Open Source. 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 Google Drive.
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  1. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

     1195 likes

    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.

    159 Nextcloud alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Flathub
    Simple and powerful file sync & share
     
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    Nextcloud vs Google Drive Comments
    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.

    fool-of-owari
    Positive
    0

    Nextcloud is an excellent cloud storage tool.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 23 comments
    • 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

     883 likes

    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.

    135 Syncthing alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Termux
    • Terminal
    Syncthing screenshot 1
     
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    Syncthing vs Google Drive Comments
    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.
    3 of 5 comments
    • 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

     867 likes

    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
    • 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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    ownCloud vs Google Drive Comments
    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.
    • ownCloud is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Drive is Freemium and Proprietary
  5. Seafile icon

    Seafile

     192 likes

    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.

    125 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • 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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  6. 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

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
    Automate the synchronisation of your files on your PC with your Cozy.
     
  7. Puter icon

    Puter

     65 likes

    Puter is a privacy-first personal cloud that houses all your files, apps, and games in one private and secure place, accessible from anywhere at any time.

    46 Puter alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Docker
    • Self-Hosted
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    FileRun

     14 likes

    FileRun is a full featured PHP web based file manager with a very easy to use user interface.

    51 FileRun alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Unraid
    • OpenMediaVault
    • PHP
    • Docker
    FileRun features a premium user interface which rises to the level of quality usually found only with solutions provided by global companies, such as Google.
     
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