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JumpCloudSamba
Paid

Commercial subscription service; current pricing is on the JumpCloud website.

 Free

Free and open source under the GNU GPL.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Web, Browser extension Linux, Self-hosted
  • Identity and device management in one console
  • Covers Windows, Apple, Linux and Android devices
  • Serves files and printers to Windows, macOS and Linux clients
  • Can run as an Active Directory domain controller
  • Hosted only, no self-hosted option
  • Aimed at organisations rather than individuals
  • Configuration can be complex, especially for AD roles
  • Runs on Linux and Unix-like systems only
Hosted service, Browser extension Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-3.0
Account needed No account needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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