iCloud Alternatives for Linux

iCloud is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Dropbox, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to iCloud and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to iCloud are Nextcloud, MEGA, Filen and ownCloud.

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iCloud 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, Android, Windows, Linux and iPhone + Cloud Storage. 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 iCloud.
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  1. 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
     
    • Most users think Dropbox is a great iCloud alternative.

    • Dropbox is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to iCloud.

    • Dropbox is the most popular free alternative to iCloud.

    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietaryiCloud is also Freemium and Proprietary
  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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    • Almost everyone thinks Nextcloud is a great iCloud alternative.

    • Nextcloud is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to iCloud.

    • Nextcloud is the most popular Open Source alternative to iCloud.

    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceiCloud is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableiCloud is not according to our users
  3. 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
     
  4. 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
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  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
     
  6. 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
     
  7. Seafile icon
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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

    Platforms

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

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
     
  9. Tresorit icon
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    End-to-end encrypted file synchronization and sharing on desktop and mobile, featuring admin controls, auditing, link-based sharing, two-factor authentication, offline access, granular permission management, and protection for sensitive workplace documents.

    108 Tresorit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
    • Tresorit is the most popular commercial alternative to iCloud.

    • Tresorit is Paid and ProprietaryiCloud is Freemium and Proprietary
  10. kDrive icon
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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

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  11. Icedrive icon
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    Icedrive is a cloud storage, backup and file sharing service with browser, desktop and mobile apps.

    The Icedrive desktop application allows users to mount their cloud storage space as a real hard drive.

    190 Icedrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  12. Pydio icon
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    Pydio is the mature alternative to Dropbox and Box.com, to build your own box, on your own servers.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
     
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