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Freemium

The server and clients are free and open source. Nextcloud GmbH sells enterprise support…

 Freemium

15 GB free with a Google account; more storage and Workspace plans are paid.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Self-hosted, Web Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Web
  • Your storage limit is your own disk, and your data never leaves it
  • Desktop client supports virtual files, so a big library costs no local space
  • 15 GB of free storage
  • Close integration with Google Docs, Sheets and Slides
  • You run the server, which means updates, backups and certificates are yours
  • Major version upgrades are known for needing careful reading
  • Requires a Google account
  • No official Linux desktop client
Self-hosted, Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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