Open Source Nextcloud Alternatives

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

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Nextcloud alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services but may also be File Sync Tools or Online Backup Tools.  Other popular filters includes Self-Hosted + Open Source and Android + Linux + Open Source and Self-Hosted + Free. Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Nextcloud.
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Nextcloud alternatives page was last updated Jan 22, 2025
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  1. OpenMediaVault icon
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    OpenMediaVault

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    OpenMediaVault is the next generation network attached storage (NAS) solution based on Debian Linux. It contains services like SSH, (S)FTP, SMB/CIFS, DAAP media server, RSync, BitTorrent client and many more. It can be enhanced via plugins.

    18 OpenMediaVault alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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    OpenMediaVault Features

    1.  Support for Rsync
    2.  Support for SFTP
    3. Docker icon  Support for Docker
    4. Google Drive icon  Google Drive integration
    5.  Support for S.M.A.R.T. data
    6.  SSH
    7.  Notifications
    8.  TFTP
    9.  HTTP Web seeding
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    OpenMediaVault is a NAS operating system based on Debian.

    Negative comment •Jan 22, 2025
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    • This alternative is disputed. OpenMediaVault is a legitimate Nextcloud alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • OpenMediaVault is Free and Open SourceNextcloud is also Free and Open Source
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    kDrive

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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.

    28 kDrive alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  WebDAV Sync
    2.  Encrypted Backup
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  File Storage
    5.  Real time collaboration
    6.  Two-factor Authentication
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Built-in viewer
    10.  Collaborative writing
    11.  Private gallery
    12.  Shared links
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  4. Puter icon
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    Puter

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    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.

    38 Puter alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Cloud Hosting
    2.  File Sync
    3.  No registration required
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Command line interface
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Cloud Sync
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  End-to-End Encryption
    10.  Real time collaboration
    11.  Encrypted Backup
    12.  Automatic Backup
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    The UI and UX of Puter is much more intuitive than Nextcloud.

    Positive comment •Sep 5, 2022
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    • Almost everyone thinks Puter is a great Nextcloud alternative.

    • Puter is Free and Open SourceNextcloud is also Free and Open Source
    • Puter is CustomizableNextcloud is not according to our users
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    Filen

    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 unc...

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    Filestash

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    A Dropbox-like file manager that let you manage your data anywhere it is located: FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Git, S3, Minio, Dropbox, Google Drive.

    236 Filestash alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  WebDAV Support
    2.  Web file manager
    3.  Document Sharing
    4.  Support for SFTP
    5.  S3 integration
    6.  S3 storage support
    7. Git icon  Git Support
    8.  Support for FTP
    9.  Secure File Sharing
    10.  Integrated FTP client
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  7. Ouisync icon
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    Ouisync

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    Store, sync, and share files across devices anywhere.

    38 Ouisync alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  No registration required
    3.  Decentralized
    4.  Peer-To-Peer
    5.  End-to-End Encryption
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Command line interface
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  Shared Folders
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  8. MinIO icon
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    MinIO

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    MinIO is a high performance object storage released under GNU Affero General Public License v3.0. It is API compatible with Amazon S3 cloud storage service. Use MinIO to build high performance infrastructure for machine learning, analytics and application data workloads.

    27 MinIO alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron

    MinIO Features

    1.  S3 compatible
    2.  Object storage
    3. Docker icon  Support for Docker
    4.  Cloud Sync
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  10. Cloudreve icon
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    Cloudreve

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    Self-hosted file management and sharing system, supports multiple storage providers.

    53 Cloudreve alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Built-in viewer
    3.  Two-factor Authentication
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Shared Folders
    6.  Cloud Sync
    7.  End-to-End Encryption
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Golang
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  11. Peergos icon
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    Peergos

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    Peergos is a secure and private online space where you can store, share and view your photos, videos, music and documents.

    11 Peergos alternatives
    Thumbnails are created upon upload. Filesystem can be mounted via FUSE and a command line interface also exists.

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Java
    Dark mode is avaiable
    Uniquely, it is possible to stream media within the browser.
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    Custom apps can be added.

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Shared Folders
    2.  Shared Calendar
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  End-to-End Encryption
    5.  Decentralized
    6.  Two-factor Authentication
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Support for MarkDown
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  FIDO U2F (2FA) support
    11.  Built-in viewer
    12.  Dark Mode
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