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Self-host Nextcloud Your own Drive — without the monthly bill

Save $1,500+/year VPS Dedicated

Recommended configurations

Nextcloud is a complete file sync and collaboration platform. Files, calendar, contacts, video calls, collaborative editing — all in one. GDPR compliant by design. No per-GB pricing, no per-user fees, no vendor lock-in.

Personal

1–5 users Personal use, family sharing
From €9.99/mo
VPS
Replaces Dropbox Plus ($120/year)
CPU
2 cores
RAM
4 GB RAM
Storage
100 GB SSD
Network
Unlimited bandwidth

Comfortable for personal use with mobile sync and calendar

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Team

5–25 users Team file sharing, collaborative editing
From €15.00/mo
VPS
Replaces Dropbox Business
CPU
4 cores
RAM
8 GB RAM
Storage
500 GB SSD
Network
Unlimited bandwidth

Recommended for teams — handles file sync, video calls, and editing

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Organization

25–100+ users Large teams, heavy storage, custom apps
From €49.00/mo
Dedicated
Replaces Google Workspace Business
CPU
6+ cores
RAM
16 GB RAM
Storage
1 TB+ NVMe
Network
Unlimited bandwidth

For large organizations needing full control and performance

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10-person team on Dropbox Business at $180/user = $1,800/year. Nextcloud on a $15/mo VPS = $180/year.

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Why self-host Nextcloud?

All-in-one collaboration suite

Nextcloud is not just file storage. It includes calendar sync (CalDAV), contact sync (CardDAV), Nextcloud Talk for video calls, and Nextcloud Office for collaborative document editing — everything Google Workspace offers.

Mobile apps for iOS and Android

Official Nextcloud apps for iOS and Android handle automatic photo backup, file sync, and offline access. Your team gets the same experience as Dropbox or Google Drive on mobile.

GDPR compliant by design

Your data stays on your server, in the location you choose. You control who has access, where data is stored, and how long it is retained. No data processing agreement needed with a cloud provider.

Storage scales with your server

Dropbox charges per GB tier. With Nextcloud, your storage limit is your server disk. Add a block storage volume when needed — no per-GB pricing, no storage tiers.

Frequently asked questions

Is Nextcloud reliable enough for a team?

Yes. Nextcloud is used by thousands of organizations and governments worldwide. With a reliable VPS, automatic restarts, and regular backups, it provides better reliability than many SaaS alternatives.

Can I migrate from Dropbox or Google Drive?

Yes. Nextcloud includes import tools for both Dropbox and Google Drive. You can migrate your existing files and folder structure directly through the admin panel.

Does Nextcloud work on mobile?

Yes. Official iOS and Android apps support automatic photo backup, file sync, offline access, and push notifications. The experience is comparable to Dropbox or Google Drive on mobile.

How much storage can I get?

Your storage is limited only by your server disk. You can start with 100 GB on a VPS and expand by adding block storage volumes later. No per-GB pricing — just the server cost.

Can Nextcloud replace Google Workspace?

For most use cases, yes. Nextcloud covers file storage, email (with plugins), calendar, contacts, video calls, and collaborative document editing. The main difference is that you manage the infrastructure.

Nextcloud is the leading open-source alternative to Dropbox, Google Drive, and Google Workspace. File sync across all devices, calendar, contacts, video calls (Nextcloud Talk), and collaborative document editing (Nextcloud Office) — all running on your own server. For teams, the savings are substantial: a 10-person team pays $180–200/user/year on Dropbox Business or Google Workspace. The same team can run Nextcloud on a VPS from €15/mo — that is $180/year instead of $1,800. Storage scales with your server, not a pricing tier. Data stays in the location you choose, making GDPR compliance straightforward.

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