Lightweight ownCloud Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to ownCloud for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is Filen, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to ownCloud and 11 are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to ownCloud are Sync-in, SyncTrayzor, Ouisync and bewCloud.

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  1. 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.

    70 Filen alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  2. Sync-in icon
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    Sync-in is a secure, open-source platform for file storage, synchronization, and team collaboration — designed to give organizations full control over their data and workflows, while remaining flexible enough for individual needs.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • npm
    • YunoHost
     
  3. SyncTrayzor icon
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    SyncTrayzor is a wrapper for Syncthing which allows Syncthing's window to be hidden in the tray area. SyncTrayzor has a built-in web browser to manage Syncthing without opening your browser. SyncTrayzor can be configured to automatically start at PC startup.

    42 SyncTrayzor alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Windows
     
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    OwnCloud is groupware. SyncTrayzor is a "wrapper" for SyncThing, a file-sync storage solution. Just because they appear have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable. This is not even a standalone solution!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • SyncTrayzor is Free and Open SourceownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
    • SyncTrayzor is Lightweight and Privacy focusedownCloud is not according to our users
  4. Ouisync icon
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    Store, sync, and share files across devices anywhere.

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    • Windows
    • Android
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
  5. bewCloud icon
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    Open-source cloud storage solution built on TypeScript, Deno, and Fresh, offering a minimal, user-friendly interface, WebDAV file access, easy sharing, modular architecture, and integration with existing clients, designed for privacy and flexible self-hosting.

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
  6. arXshare icon
     5 likes

    arXshare is a secure and lightweight private file sync and sharing software solution. It allows anyone to easily host a private file cloud, and securely collaborate with family members, friends, colleges, or customers over the internet.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. MyWorkDrive icon
     9 likes

    MyWorkDrive Software helps businesses provide Secure File Sharing and Remote Access to their own File Shares and Storage without VPN, syncing or migrating data in a public cloud.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
     
  8. Datpub icon
     1 like

    Turn your Windows PC to be private cloud storage, map a URL to desktop and share files to the world in real-time.

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  9. OpenCloud icon
     4 likes

    Excellent file management and collaboration for public authorities, providers and business - or anyone who values ease of use and digital sovereignty.

    15 OpenCloud alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • YunoHost
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  10. Mirror Backup protects from data loss by continuously monitoring files and folders, and backing them up to the cloud or a local drive when they change.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  11. RushFiles icon
     5 likes

    RushFiles is an EU-based file-sharing and cloud storage platform built for service providers, including managed service providers (MSPs), cloud solution providers (CSPs), IT resellers, telecom providers, hosting companies, and other IT service providers.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
     
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