OneDrive vs Nextcloud: Which Offers Better Sharing Controls?
Discover how US-based OneDrive and Germany's Nextcloud stack up in sharing control features. Make an informed choice today for secure collaboration.
Should You Switch to Nextcloud?
Enhanced privacy, self-hosting, full GDPR compliance
Integration with Microsoft 365 apps, real-time collaboration
Switch if privacy and control are priorities; stay for Microsoft 365 integration
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
OneDrive
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Nextcloud
freemium
Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | OneDrive | Nextcloud |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US, EU, and other global locations | EU |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Enterprise only | Optional |
Data Portability | Full export | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
OneDrive is a US company and must comply with CLOUD Act data requests, even for data stored in EU data centers. Nextcloud is not subject to US jurisdiction.
OneDrive
🇺🇸Microsoft
Nextcloud
🇩🇪US Data Storage
Data subject to US CLOUD Act and may be accessed by US authorities
EU Data Protection
Data protected under GDPR with EU-only data residency
Certifications & Compliance
No certifications listed
Reasons to Switch
- ✓GDPR compliance ensures EU data privacy standards.
- ✓Self-hosting offers full control over data storage.
- ✓Open source allows for customization and transparency.
- ✓End-to-end encryption enhances file security.
Things to Consider
- !Migration from OneDrive can be time-consuming.
- !Lacks integration with Microsoft 365 apps.
- !Requires technical knowledge for self-hosting.
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create Nextcloud account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from OneDrive
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
Other alternatives to OneDrive
Ready to make the switch?
Start using Nextcloud today and take control of your data privacy.