Nextcloud
Open SourceSelf-hostableYour private cloud for files, calendar, and more.
4.528K starsAlternative to Dropbox, Google Workspace
Overview
Nextcloud is a free, open-source tool and a self-hostable alternative to Dropbox, Google Workspace. It's licensed under AGPL 3.0 and written in PHP.
Nextcloud is a complete self-hosted productivity platform: file sync and share, calendars, contacts, office documents, and chat — all on infrastructure you control. It's the leading open-source replacement for Google Workspace and Dropbox.
Why pick Nextcloud over Dropbox
- Own your data instead of trusting Dropbox's servers
- No per-seat pricing — grow without ballooning costs
- Nextcloud is open source: audit it, fork it, extend it
- Self-host for full privacy and compliance control
Key features
- File sync and share across devices
- Calendar, contacts, and mail
- Collaborative office documents
- Hundreds of apps in the marketplace
- End-to-end encryption options
Pros & cons
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Installation
Run with Docker
docker run -d -p 8080:80 nextcloudFrequently asked questions
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