Self-Hosted Microsoft OneDrive Alternatives

Microsoft OneDrive is not available as a self-hosted solution but there are plenty of alternatives for power users and business that want to host a solution on-premise. The best Self-Hosted 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 Microsoft OneDrive and many of them are available as a self-hosted solution so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Self-Hosted alternatives to Microsoft OneDrive are Syncthing, ownCloud, Seafile and IPFS.

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Microsoft OneDrive alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services, but if you're looking for File Sync Tools or File Managers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Self-Hosted + 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 Microsoft OneDrive.
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Access, edit, and share your files across devices with 5 GB free storage. Integrates with Office for document editing and collaboration features.

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Microsoft OneDrive alternatives page was last updated Feb 11, 2025
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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.

    147 Nextcloud alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

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

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Security-focused
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  File Sync
    2.  Calendar Integration
    3.  Sync Contacts
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Two-factor Authentication
    6.  Cloud Sync
    7.  Team Collaboration
    8.  Hostable
    9.  Video Calling
    10.  On-premises software
    11.  CalDAV Support
    12.  Calendar Sync

    Nextcloud VS Microsoft OneDrive

     
    Comments about Nextcloud as an Alternative to Microsoft OneDrive
    Comment summary: Nextcloud is valued for its self-hosting capabilities, offering privacy and control over data. Many users appreciate its open-source nature, detailed customization, and vast plugin support. Criticisms include the complexity of setup compared to Microsoft OneDrive, making it less accessible for non-technical users. While Nextcloud's self-hosting provides a high level of trust and data privacy, some view it as impractical for those lacking resources to manage their own servers.
    Top Positive Comment
    Mike Ur
    Dec 7, 2021
    1

    self hosting adds a level of trust

    Most Recent Comment
    Laura Helms
    Positive Apr 21, 2024
    0

    You can choose your provider and stop the giants from amassing even more data and power

    dabockster
    Negative Feb 14, 2024
    -4

    Self hosting yourself is hostile towards other users and elitist. Not everyone is has the financial/time availability to host computer data on a internet facing server. NextCloud is great software, but this attitude of hosting everything yourself is holding it back.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Nextcloud is a great Microsoft OneDrive alternative.

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

    • Nextcloud is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Microsoft OneDrive.

    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft OneDrive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused and Security-focusedMicrosoft OneDrive is not according to our users
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    Syncthing

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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.

    129 Syncthing alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • SE flagSweden
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Termux
    • Terminal
    Syncthing screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Peer-To-Peer
    2.  Decentralized
    3.  Folder Sync
    4.  File Sync
    5.  Real-time sync
    6.  End-to-End Encryption
    7.  Synchronization
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Large File Transfer
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  No registration required
    12.  Portable

    Syncthing VS Microsoft OneDrive

     
    Comments about Syncthing as an Alternative to Microsoft OneDrive
    needleinajaystack
    Positive Apr 11, 2020
    1

    Decentralized self-hosting with good apps for every device

    Microsoft OneDrive Icon
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    • Almost everyone thinks Syncthing is a great Microsoft OneDrive alternative.

    • Syncthing is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft OneDrive is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Syncthing is Decentralized and LightweightMicrosoft OneDrive is not according to our users
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    ownCloud

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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.

    219 ownCloud alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    ownCloud screenshot 1

    ownCloud Features

    1.  Calendar Integration
    2.  Self-hosted search
    3.  Autotagging
    4.  No installation required
    5.  Built-in Note Taker
    6.  SAML Single Sign-On
    7.  Virtual filesystem
    8.  WebDAV Support

    ownCloud VS Microsoft OneDrive

     
    Comments about ownCloud as an Alternative to Microsoft OneDrive
    Guest
    Positive Aug 12, 2016
    1

    With Nextcloud you control your own data, you are limited by your own hardware and don't have to trust Microsoft with your data.

    Guest
    Positive Aug 16, 2016
    -1

    Onwcloud is a file sharing server.

    Microsoft OneDrive Icon
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    • Most users think ownCloud is a great Microsoft OneDrive alternative.

    • ownCloud is Freemium and Open SourceMicrosoft OneDrive is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Seafile

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    Seafile is a professional open source cloud storage platform for organizations. It has complete file syncing and sharing features, reliable file storage and advanced privacy protection feature.

    119 Seafile alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    Seafile screenshot 1

    Seafile Features

    1.  File Sync
    2.  File Versioning
    3.  Multi Platform
    4.  Isolated file libraries
    5. Amazon Simple Storage Service icon  Support for Amazon S3
    6.  Virtual hard drive
    7.  Install Syslinux
    8.  Sync Network Drive
    9.  Development API
    10.  Encrypted sync

    Seafile VS Microsoft OneDrive

     
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    IPFS

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    IPFS is a global, versioned, peer-to-peer filesystem. It combines ideas from Git, BitTorrent, Kademlia, SFS, and the web. It is like a single bittorrent swarm, exchanging git objects. IPFS provides an interface as simple as the HTTP web, but with permanence built in.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Firefox
    IPFS screenshot 1

    IPFS Features

    1.  Distributed
    2.  Peer-To-Peer
    3.  Decentralized
    4.  Virtual filesystem
    5.  Based on Blockchain
    6.  Browser extension
    7.  Double Donut Chart

    IPFS VS Microsoft OneDrive

     
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    Cozy Cloud

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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

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

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

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Cloud Sync
    2. Android icon  Android Sync
    3.  File Storage
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Selective Synchronization
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Two-factor Authentication
    8.  Shared Folders
    9.  End-to-End Encryption
    10.  Personal Information Manager (PIM)
    11.  Accounting Integration
    12.  Information gathering

    Cozy Cloud VS Microsoft OneDrive

     
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    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.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    Hoodik screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  AES-256 Encryption

    Hoodik VS Microsoft OneDrive

     
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