Nextcloud Files
Nextcloud Files: A flexible open-source choice for teams that want control over storage and data. Ranked #7 of 64 in Cloud Storage Services by our editors (8.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source teams with self-hosting needs.
At a glance
- Editor score8.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forOpen-source teams with self-hosting needs
- Free planYes
- Paid from€53.17/user/yr
- Founded2016 · Stuttgart, Germany
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Self-hosting with desktop, mobile and browser access
- Versioning, permissions, file locking and protected sharing
- Broad external storage and collaboration integrations
Where it doesn't
- Requires a self-hosted or hosted-provider deployment
- Default web upload limit is 512 MB
- Storage capacity depends on the configured backend
Our verdict on Nextcloud Files
Nextcloud Files is an open-source file synchronization and sharing platform for individuals, teams and enterprises. Organizations can deploy it on-premises, in private clouds or through hosted providers, while retaining control of storage and data. Access is available through the web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android. Its feature set covers synchronized files, permission-based sharing, protected links, File Drop upload folders, version restoration, WebDAV and administrator-defined access controls. It is best suited to teams that value deployment control and an open-source model over a fully managed storage service.
The product has a free plan and paid annual plans priced per user. Standard costs EUR 71.29 per user per year, Premium costs EUR 104.99, and Ultimate costs EUR 204.75. The published plan details show Nextcloud Files, Nextcloud Talk, Nextcloud Assistant, Nextcloud Flow and Nextcloud Whiteboard across all three paid tiers. That makes the plan choice primarily a pricing-tier decision rather than a clearly differentiated feature bundle in the listed highlights. Teams should review the applicable commercial terms before selecting a paid tier.
Platform and ecosystem fit are major strengths. External storage integrations include FTP, SharePoint, NFS and S3-compatible object storage, while Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams and Slack extend collaboration workflows. Optional client-side end-to-end encryption adds a privacy-focused option, and file locking helps reduce editing conflicts. The trade-off is operational: deployment, storage capacity and the default web upload limit are tied to the chosen hosting and backend configuration. Teams wanting control, extensibility and self-hosting should consider Nextcloud Files; teams seeking a straightforward managed service with minimal infrastructure responsibility should choose an alternative.
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Nextcloud Files fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €53.17/user/yr |
| Storage limit | Not verified |
| File size limit | Not verified |
| File versioning | Yes |
| Zero-knowledge encryption | Yes |
| Device platforms | windows, macos, linux, android, ios |
| Business admin controls | Yes |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Support | Email, Phone, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 7 integrations: FTP, Windows Network Drive, SharePoint, NFS, object storage, WebDAV … See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | nextcloud.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Nextcloud Files integrations
Nextcloud Files lists 7 integrations on its own site.
- FTP
- Windows Network Drive
- SharePoint
- NFS
- object storage
- WebDAV
- Microsoft integrations
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Alternatives to Nextcloud Files
- Microsoft OneDriveA flexible, low-cost cloud storage service with deep Microsoft 365 integration.9.2
- BoxA broad cloud storage platform for businesses that need content controls and workflow tools.9.1
- Google Cloud StorageScalable bucket storage with lifecycle controls, replication, and broad developer access.9.0
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