Windows Live - Sync Alternatives

    Windows Live - Sync is described as 'Windows Live Sync (formerly Windows Live FolderShare) was a free-to-use file synchronization application by Microsoft, that was designed to allow files and folders between two or more computers be in sync with each other on Windows (XP and later) and Mac OS X based computers' and is an app in the Backup & Sync category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Windows Live - Sync for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android. The best alternative is Dropbox, which is free. Other great apps like Windows Live - Sync are Microsoft OneDrive (Freemium), Box (Freemium), Spideroak One Backup (Paid) and GoodSync (Freemium).

    This page was last updated Aug 30, 2017
    1. GoodSync is a high-end professional easy and reliable file backup and file synchronization software. The software automatically backs up and syncs your files between any computer, mobile device or drive; with or without using the cloud.
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    2. Dropbox

      • Freemium • Proprietary
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      Put your files into your Dropbox on one computer, and they'll be instantly available on any of your other computers that also have Dropbox installed.
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    4. Microsoft OneDrive

      • Freemium • Proprietary
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      OneDrive (formerly known as SkyDrive) delivers a satisfactory online file storage and sharing solution in a free and easy to use service. It has a design that is both attractive and functional.
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    5. Box

      • Freemium • Proprietary
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      SIMPLIFY HOW YOU WORK One platform for secure content management, workflow, and collaboration WORK FROM THE CLOUD Easily secure, manage and share all your files NOTE TAKING FOR TEAMS (BOX NOTES) Take meeting notes, share status updates and plan projects together from...
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    6. SpiderOak provides an easy, secure and consolidated online backup, storage, access, sharing & sync tool for Windows, macOS, and Linux (Ubuntu, Debian & Fedora). SpiderOak offers a different approach to online backup, synchronization, and sharing.
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    8. GoodSync is a high-end professional easy and reliable file backup and file synchronization software. The software automatically backs up and syncs your files between any computer, mobile device or drive; with or without using the cloud.
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    9. 4Shared

      • Freemium • Proprietary
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      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.
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    10. Tonido

      • Freemium • Proprietary
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      Private File Sharing, Sync and Mobile Access for Home and Business. Access, Sync and Share ALL docs, photos, music and videos from anywhere. No Storage Limits. No Security Worries. No Uploading. Limited values and users without PRO subscription.
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    11. SugarSync

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      SugarSync is the best way to backup, access, sync, and share all your files and folders including documents, photos, videos, and music — from any computer or mobile device.
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    12. Automatic Data Loss Protection for Your Small Business $10 USD per month per computer.
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