Nextcloud AlternativesOnly Open Source apps categorised as Online Backup Tools

The best open source Online Backup alternative to Nextcloud is ownCloud. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Nextcloud and 12 are open source Online Backup Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source Online Backup Tool alternatives to Nextcloud are Ente Photos, Seafile, Filen and Proton Drive.

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Nextcloud alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services, but if you're looking for Online Backup Tools or File Sync Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Self-Hosted, Open Source, Self-Hosted + Open Source, Windows, Free and Self-Hosted + Free. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Nextcloud.
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  1. 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.

    225 ownCloud alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
     
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  2. Ente Photos icon
     172 likes

    Open-source, end-to-end encrypted backup and sharing for photos and videos, multi-platform sync, original quality preservation, privacy-first design, collaborative albums, family sharing, secure external sharing, robust data replication, and device imports.

    140 Ente Photos alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
     
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  3. Seafile icon
     194 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.

    127 Seafile alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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  4. Filen icon
     147 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.

    74 Filen alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Debian
    • AppImage
    • Fedora
     
  5. Proton Drive icon
     164 likes

    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.

    77 Proton Drive alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
     
  6. PixelUnion icon
     32 likes

    PixelUnion is a privacy-focused, EU-based photo storage service alternative to Google Photos. It offers lossless uploads, free 16 GB starter storage, AI-powered face recognition, and more.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  7. Pydio icon
     130 likes

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

    75 Pydio alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
     
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  8. kDrive icon
     70 likes

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

    46 kDrive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  9. Tuta Drive icon
     13 likes

    End-to-end encrypted cloud storage with quantum-resistant cryptography protects files from all third-party access, including service providers, ensuring strict confidentiality for individuals and businesses, seamless web and mobile access, and compliance with EU data laws.

    51 Tuta Drive alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. Puter icon
     66 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.

    51 Puter alternatives

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    • Online
    • Docker
    • Self-Hosted
     
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  11. Internxt Drive icon
     69 likes

    Open-source, privacy-focused cloud storage using zero-knowledge encryption and blockchain technology, provides secure file transfer, end-to-end encryption, free 10 GB plan, desktop and mobile support, full user control, and no data tracking or ads.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  12. Astian Cloud icon
     4 likes

    Astian Cloud is a secure and private storage alternative where users can store their information, share files, edit files, video conferences and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
     
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