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ownCloud

Self-hosted file sync and share platform for teams and personal private clouds.

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LicenseAGPL-3.0
GitHub stars8.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Enterprise SharingPrivate CloudSelf Hosted StorageFile SyncCollaborationPhp Go
Overview

Why consider ownCloud?

ownCloud is an open-source self-hosted file synchronization and content collaboration platform written in PHP and Go (ownCloud Infinite Scale). It provides desktop, mobile, and web access to private cloud files with end-to-end encryption and granular sharing permissions.

Guided learning

Learn ownCloud by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of ownCloud

ownCloud enables self-hosted enterprise file sharing with complete ownership of underlying storage volumes.

Docker Quickstart

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1docker run -d -p 8080:8080 owncloud/server:latest

ownCloud Community Edition is licensed under the GNU AGPL-3.0 license.

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ownCloud FAQs

ownCloud is listed as a Collaboration tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

ownCloud is listed under the AGPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

ownCloud is listed as an alternative to Dropbox. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.