Nextcloud vs ownCloud

Comparing two open source alternatives to Google Drive . Use the comparison below to decide which one fits your needs.

Nextcloud

AGPL-3.0

The most popular self-hosted cloud platform for file storage, collaboration, and communication.

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ownCloud

AGPL-3.0

ownCloud is the pioneering open-source file sync and sharing platform. Self-host your cloud for files, calendars, contacts, and collaboration — your data.

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Side-by-side comparison

	Nextcloud	ownCloud
License	AGPL-3.0	AGPL-3.0
Self-hostable	Yes	Yes
GitHub Stars	36,373	8,831
Forks	5,099	2,062
Open Issues	3,534	130
Last Commit	Aug 10, 2026	Aug 10, 2026
First Released	Jun 2, 2016	Aug 25, 2012
Categories	Cloud Storage Collaboration & Communication Tools	Cloud Storage
Tags	#self hosted #privacy #cloud storage #file storage	#self hosted #privacy #cloud storage #file storage

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