The best alternatives to OneDrive

9 European alternatives · updated 9 October 2026 · How we select

OneDrive’s default setup leaves Microsoft holding your encryption keys, which means US authorities can access your data under the CLOUD Act without notice. If that breaks your GDPR compliance or internal policies, pCloud, Tresorit, Nextcloud and Koofr let you store files with EU-only server locations and keep control of your keys.

In short

OneDrive covers file storage, file sharing, sync & access, collaboration and backup. European alternatives: Nextcloud, Tresorit, Proton Drive, Koofr and Icedrive and 4 more. By area: Nextcloud, Tresorit and Proton Drive for file storage; Nextcloud, Tresorit and Proton Drive for file sharing; Nextcloud, Tresorit and Proton Drive for sync & access; Nextcloud, Tresorit and Proton Drive for collaboration; Nextcloud, Tresorit and Proton Drive for backup.

European alternatives to OneDrive

Nextcloud🇩🇪 DE

Open-source collaboration suite with EU hosting and end-to-end encryption, built in Germany.

Partially replaces OneDrive with storage, sharing, sync, and real-time editing via add-ons.

Covers all of OneDriveFrom €71.29/user/yr★ 4.4 (697 reviews)Import from OneDrive: ✓ built-in OneDrive importer · source

EU hostingGDPROpen SourceISO 27001

Nextcloud vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

Strong data privacy and security with self-hosted model, giving users full control over their data
Highly flexible and modular due to open-source architecture, allowing extensive customization and third-party integrations
Easy to install and deploy, with a user-friendly interface accessible across multiple devices

Feature overload and complexity can overwhelm users, affecting usability
Performance degrades with increasing user numbers and data volume, especially on slower hardware
Frequent updates may introduce new bugs, and some critical issues (e.g., Calendar bugs) persist for weeks

Tresorit🇨🇭 CH

Swiss end-to-end encrypted cloud storage with EU-only data processing and ISO 27001 certification.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, sync, and basic editing with end-to-end encryption.

Covers all of OneDriveFrom €19.99/mo★ 4.5 (563 reviews)

EU hostingGDPRISO 27001:2022

Tresorit vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

End-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge policy for maximum data confidentiality
Intuitive, user-friendly interface with straightforward setup and onboarding
Reliable and fast file synchronization across devices

Premium pricing perceived as expensive; no free plan limits trial accessibility
Performance issues such as lag and slow loading, especially with large files or folders
Lack of real-time collaboration features and native document creation tools

Proton Drive🇨🇭 CH

Swiss end-to-end encrypted cloud storage that keeps keys on the user's device.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, sync, and basic editing with end-to-end encryption.

Covers all of OneDriveFrom $4.99/mo★ 4.3 (153 reviews)Import from OneDrive: ✓ built-in importer · source

GDPROpen SourceFree plan

Proton Drive vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

End-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge architecture ensure only users control access to their data
User-friendly, modern interface with smooth mobile apps for iOS and Android
Straightforward file and folder sharing with password protection and expiration dates

Free plan offers only 5 GB storage, premium plans are relatively expensive
Missing features compared to competitors (e.g., no spreadsheet or presentation tools, no Linux client)
Performance issues, including slow upload/download speeds and limited video preview (100 MB cap)

Koofr🇸🇮 SI

Slovenian cloud storage with EU-only servers and no tracking, connects to Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, sync, and editing with Office Online integration.

Covers all of OneDriveFrom €0.50/mo★ 4.4 (359 reviews)

EU hostingGDPRFree planISO 27001

Koofr vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

Intuitive, clean interface with easy navigation and quick setup
Seamless integration with Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and Amazon Drive for unified file management
Fast upload and download speeds with reliable automatic backups

Limited storage capacity for larger teams or heavy data usage
No client-side encryption, reducing security for sensitive data
Lack of block-level sync, slowing down file synchronization

Icedrive🇬🇧 GB

Zero-knowledge cloud storage that mounts like a local drive, hosted in the EU, encrypted with Twofish.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, and sync with a virtual drive; no real-time editing.

File storageFile sharingSync & accessBackupFrom $99/mo★ 4.1 (849 reviews)

EU hostingGDPRFree planISO 27001

Icedrive vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

Clean, intuitive interface with minimal learning curve and smooth navigation
Fast file uploads, downloads, and responsive apps across desktop, web, and mobile
Strong client-side encryption (Twofish zero-knowledge) and secure data backup for privacy-focused users

Lacks advanced collaboration tools, real-time document editing, and robust team management features
Limited syncing options, no selective folder sync, and no block-level sync
Few third-party integrations and no API for extensibility

Filen🇩🇪 DE

Open-source, zero-knowledge cloud storage hosted exclusively in the EU, developed in Germany.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, sync, and notes with zero-knowledge encryption.

Covers all of OneDriveFrom €1.99/mo★ 4.2 (109 reviews)

EU hostingGDPROpen SourceFree plan

Filen vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

Zero-knowledge, end-to-end client-side encryption ensures files are encrypted before upload and only the user holds decryption keys
Affordable pricing with lifetime plans and competitive paid options
Modern, clean, and intuitive user interface resembling familiar file explorers for easy navigation

Sync reliability issues, including files disappearing, unexpected deletions, and sync inconsistencies
Slow download speeds, particularly for large folders, which often hang or fail
Lack of advanced collaboration tools, third-party integrations, and WebDAV/API support

pCloud🇨🇭 CH

Swiss cloud storage with client-side encryption and EU data residency in Luxembourg.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, and sync; includes media streaming and file requests.

File storageFile sharingSync & accessBackupFrom €199/yr★ 3.0 (1805 reviews)Import from OneDrive: ✓ built-in OneDrive importer · source

EU hostingGDPRFree planISO 27001:2013

pCloud vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

Clean, intuitive interface with seamless OS integration (Windows Explorer, Mac Finder, Linux)
Affordable pricing with unique lifetime plans and generous free storage (up to 15 GB)
Strong security features including optional client-side zero-knowledge encryption (pCloud Crypto) and Swiss data privacy laws

Recurring reports of data loss, corrupted files, and unreliable sync (especially on macOS)
Customer support often slow, unresponsive, or unable to resolve critical issues
Limited collaboration features (no real-time document editing, weak office suite integration)

CloudMe🇸🇪 SE

Swedish cloud storage with EU-only servers and end-to-end encryption for GDPR-sensitive teams.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, and sync; includes media streaming and scheduled backups.

File storageFile sharingSync & accessBackup★ 3.2 (1 reviews)Import from OneDrive: ✓ move files via local sync folder · source

EU hostingGDPRISO 27001

CloudMe vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

Simple, intuitive interface with easy setup across Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, smart TVs, and NAS devices
Strong EU data protection compliance: data stored exclusively in Sweden under GDPR, no third-party cloud services involved
Clear and competitive pricing with free storage options and discounts for annual payments

Free and lower-tier plans limit file sizes to 150 MB, restricting uploads of large media files
Mobile apps prone to crashes, especially during bulk photo uploads or downloads, with reported stability issues on iOS
No phone support available; limited support options may delay issue resolution

Internxt🇪🇸 ES

Open-source, EU-hosted cloud storage with post-quantum encryption for teams that handle sensitive data.

Replaces OneDrive’s storage, sharing, and sync with post-quantum encryption; no real-time editing.

File storageFile sharingSync & accessBackupFrom €379.99★ 2.6 (1366 reviews)Import from OneDrive: ✓ via ZIP download & upload · source

EU hostingGDPROpen SourceFree planISO 27001

Internxt vs OneDrive →

What users praise and criticise

Strong zero-knowledge encryption with post-quantum Kyber-512 and open-source transparency
Full compliance with EU data protection laws and certifications (ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, HIPAA)
Competitive pricing with attractive lifetime deals for large storage volumes

Frequent sync failures and reliability issues, including failed uploads and unsynced files
Reported cases of permanent data loss, undermining trust in service reliability
High CPU usage (60–70%) by the Windows desktop app, causing performance problems

All OneDrive alternatives at a glance

Which part of OneDrive each alternative covers.

Provider	File storage	File sharing	Sync & access	Collaboration	Backup	From	Rating	Import from OneDrive
OneDrive 🇺🇸 (the tool you are replacing)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	$5	–	–
Nextcloud 🇩🇪	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	€71.29/user/yr	★ 4.4 (697)	✓ built-in
Tresorit 🇨🇭	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	€19.99/mo	★ 4.5 (563)	–
Proton Drive 🇨🇭	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	$4.99/mo	★ 4.3 (153)	✓ built-in
Koofr 🇸🇮	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	€0.50/mo	★ 4.4 (359)	–
Icedrive 🇬🇧	✓	✓	✓		✓	$99/mo	★ 4.1 (849)	–
Filen 🇩🇪	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	€1.99/mo	★ 4.2 (109)	–
pCloud 🇨🇭	✓	✓	✓		✓	€199/yr	★ 3.0 (1805)	✓ built-in
CloudMe 🇸🇪	✓	✓	✓		✓	On request	★ 3.2 (1)	✓ built-in
Internxt 🇪🇸	✓	✓	✓		✓	€379.99	★ 2.6 (1366)	✓ via file

Prices per user and month in the cheapest paid plan. Ratings are weighted across G2, Capterra, OMR and other portals, with the review count in brackets.

OneDrive: the facts

What to know about the tool you are replacing, with sources.

Headquarters: 🇺🇸 US
Where your data is stored: EU region only on some plansEU data residency is available for eligible plans via Multi-Geo or customer request.
Transfers to the US based on: Standard Contractual Clauses
Contracts: DPA · Sub-processors
Price: from $5/user/mo

What users value in OneDrive

Seamless integration with Microsoft ecosystem
Strong security and compliance features
Reliable sync across devices

What they criticise

Complex admin settings for granular controls
Costs can escalate with add-ons
Limited customization for non-Microsoft workflows

Sources: learn.microsoft.com · microsoft.com · researched 5 October 2026

Moving away from OneDrive

Nextcloud, Proton Drive, pCloud and CloudMe import OneDrive content with a built-in importer. Via the export files: Internxt. Every import above links its source on the product card.

Frequently asked questions

Which European tool fully replaces OneDrive for file storage and collaboration?

Proton Drive, Filen, Internxt, Icedrive, pCloud, Tresorit, Koofr and CloudMe cover file storage, sharing, sync and access. Proton Drive, Filen, Internxt, Icedrive, pCloud and Koofr also support collaboration features. Nextcloud offers a full collaboration suite including file storage.

Which European alternative is best for teams?

Nextcloud provides a full collaboration suite with file storage, making it a strong choice for teams. Tresorit offers end-to-end encryption and team-focused features. Koofr supports team collaboration and connects with other cloud services.

Is there a European alternative with zero-knowledge encryption for free?

Filen, Internxt and Icedrive offer zero-knowledge encryption and have a free plan. Proton Drive also provides end-to-end encryption with a free plan.

Are European OneDrive alternatives more expensive?

Pricing varies by provider. Proton Drive, Filen, Internxt, Icedrive, pCloud, Tresorit, Koofr and Nextcloud publish their prices. CloudMe provides pricing on request.

Where does OneDrive keep my data?

OneDrive is headquartered in the US. EU data residency is available for eligible plans via Multi-Geo or customer request.

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