Free Microsoft OneDrive Alternatives for LinuxFiltered by 'Cloud Sync'

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

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Microsoft OneDrive 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 EU, Open Source, Linux, Self-Hosted, Self-Hosted + Open Source 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 Microsoft OneDrive.
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  1. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

     1185 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.

    157 Nextcloud alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
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    • 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 Microsoft OneDrive Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Mike Ur
    2

    self hosting adds a level of trust

    Top Negative Comment
    Nuncio Bitis
    0

    You have to know how to set up your own server. You don't have to do that with OneDrive.

    docryan
    Positive
    0

    I do not depend on Cloud. I make my own and have total control.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 17 comments
    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft OneDrive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableMicrosoft OneDrive is not according to our users
  2. Dropbox icon

    Dropbox

     5563 likes

    Dropbox and Microsoft OneDrive offer versatile cloud storage options. Dropbox excels with Selective Sync and its ad-free experience, supporting more platforms like Linux, while OneDrive integrates well with Microsoft Office and provides encrypted folders. Each has its strengths.

    303 Dropbox alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    • Chrome OS
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    Website Home Page
     
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    Dropbox vs Microsoft OneDrive Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    18

    Dropbox provides only 2 GB of space for free

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    dabockster
    Negative
    0

    Low $0 space availability, has been hacked multiple times since 2016, no real company direction anymore/tries too hard to copy whatever Google/Microsoft are doing

    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietaryMicrosoft OneDrive is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. MEGA icon

    MEGA

     927 likes

    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.

    215 MEGA alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    MEGA screenshot 1
     
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    MEGA vs Microsoft OneDrive Comments
    dabockster
    0

    Not the best track record regarding privacy and not US based (both a pro and a con, depending on your use case)

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Great! It has abundant storage (50GB) for free and also convenient desktop and mobile clients too.

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

    Very secure and it is opensource as well

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • MEGA is Freemium and ProprietaryMicrosoft OneDrive is also Freemium and Proprietary
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  6. Filen icon

    Filen

     139 likes

    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.

    67 Filen alternatives

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    Filen vs Microsoft OneDrive Comments
    danielmichel
    Positive
    0

    Allows you to synchronize specific folders, has a better phone app, grants slightly more storage for the same price, actually cares about privacy.

    • Filen is Freemium and Open SourceMicrosoft OneDrive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Filen is Privacy focused and LightweightMicrosoft OneDrive is not according to our users
  7. Koofr icon

    Koofr

     142 likes

    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.

    192 Koofr alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Linux Mobile
    • Google Chrome
    • Rust
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
    • Chromium
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Koofr web app
     
  8. 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.

    126 Seafile alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Seafile vs Microsoft OneDrive Comments
    Nathaniel Blackburn
    Negative
    0

    Not available for personal use so not a 1:1 alternative.

    • Seafile is Freemium and Open SourceMicrosoft OneDrive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Seafile is Privacy focusedMicrosoft OneDrive is not according to our users
  10. kDrive icon

    kDrive

     68 likes

    kDrive is a Swiss online storage service that respects its users' privacy and makes storing, sharing & collaborating on files a breeze.

    42 kDrive alternatives

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    • F-Droid
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  11. Cozy Cloud icon

    Cozy Cloud

     136 likes

    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.

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    • Mac
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    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
    Automate the synchronisation of your files on your PC with your Cozy.
     
  12. Icedrive icon

    Icedrive

     45 likes

    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.

    191 Icedrive alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • iPad
    Icedrive screenshot 1
     
  13. Pydio icon

    Pydio

     130 likes

    Pydio is the mature alternative to Dropbox and Box.com, to build your own box, on your own servers.

    76 Pydio alternatives

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    • Online
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    • Self-Hosted
    Secure login
     
  14. 4Shared icon

    4Shared

     157 likes

    4Shared is a large online storage facility where Internet users store their text, audio, video, photo, and other files and share them, if they wish, with other people. It is easy, handy, and free! 15GB storage for the free account.

    142 4Shared alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    Homepage
     
  15. Jottacloud icon

    Jottacloud

     22 likes

    Synchronize your PC, tablet and phone with Jottacloud, and have all your files readily available for both sharing and work.

    59 Jottacloud alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • iPhone
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    • iPad
    Jottacloud screenshot 1
     
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