ownCloud

All-in-one solution for saving, synchronizing, viewing, editing and sharing files, calendars, address books and more.

GitHub stars: 8,833
License: AGPL-3.0
Latest release: v10.16.6
6 October 2026
Last commit: 12 October 2026
Runs on: PHP, Docker, Debian packages

Commits per month, last 12 months

341 commits

Replaces

Paid products ownCloud can stand in for.

BoxCloud storage and file sharing for companies.Google DriveCloud storage from Google.Microsoft OneDriveCloud storage from Microsoft.DropboxCloud storage and file sync.iCloud DriveApple's cloud storage for files.

How to self-host ownCloud

ownCloud runs on PHP, Docker and Debian packages. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is ownCloud free?

Yes. ownCloud is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host ownCloud?

Yes. ownCloud runs on PHP, Docker and Debian packages. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

What does ownCloud replace?

People use ownCloud instead of Box, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive or Dropbox.

Is ownCloud still maintained?

The last change to ownCloud's code was on 12 October 2026, with 341 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

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