European Alternatives to Dropbox

Dropbox is one of the original cloud storage platforms. All files are stored on US infrastructure and the company has access to your unencrypted data.

7 European alternatives foundCategory: cloud-storage

Why switch from Dropbox?

  • Files stored on US infrastructure with no true end-to-end encryption
  • Dropbox can access and scan your files (and has been caught doing so)
  • European alternatives offer zero-knowledge encryption — even the provider can't read your files
  • Better pricing for equivalent storage with EU data residency

Best European Alternatives to Dropbox

1

Nextcloud

🇩🇪 Germany, Stuttgart

Nextcloud — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Self-hosted deployment giving full data sovereignty with support for on-premises and cloud infrastructure
  • Integrated office suite via Nextcloud Office (LibreOffice-based) for real-time collaborative document, spreadsheet, and presentation editing
  • End-to-end and server-side encryption with brute-force protection, 2FA, and machine-learning-based login protection
Open SourceFree TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Nextcloud
2

Internxt

🇪🇸 Spain, Valencia

Internxt — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Post-quantum encryption using Kyber-512 key encapsulation plus AES-256 encryption at rest, applied entirely client-side before upload
  • Distributed architecture that shards and encrypts files across multiple servers so no single server ever holds a complete file
  • Open-source codebase regularly verified by independent penetration tests, with all data stored on European servers
Open SourceFree TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Internxt
3

Koofr

🇸🇮 Slovenia, Ljubljana

Koofr — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Multi-cloud aggregation allowing users to connect and manage Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive accounts through a single unified interface
  • Zero-knowledge encryption via Koofr Vault folder and Safe Boxes, ensuring files are encrypted before reaching Koofr servers
  • EU-based data centers with no file scanning and no hidden copies retained after deletion, ensuring GDPR compliance
Free TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Koofr
4

Tresorit

🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European), Zurich

Tresorit — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • End-to-end encryption with zero-knowledge architecture using AES-256 and unique per-file encryption keys
  • Configurable data residency across 12 global storage locations to meet regional compliance requirements including ISO 27001, HIPAA, and TISAX certifications
  • Admin governance hub with detailed activity tracking, policy enforcement, Active Directory integration, and SSO for enterprise identity management
GDPR
Full reviewVisit Tresorit
5

Proton Drive

🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European), Geneva

Proton Drive — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Client-side end-to-end encryption using ECC Curve25519 and OpenPGP standards, with fully open-source apps and libraries
  • Proton Docs: an end-to-end encrypted real-time collaborative document editor built directly into Drive
  • Automatic photo and video backup from Android and iOS devices into the encrypted cloud with no access by Proton
Open SourceFree TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Proton Drive
6

pCloud

🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European), Baar

pCloud — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Lifetime subscription model offering a one-time payment for permanent storage access, available in 500 GB and 2 TB tiers
  • pCloud Drive virtual drive that mounts cloud storage as a local disk on Windows, macOS, and Linux without consuming local hard drive space
  • pCloud Crypto add-on providing optional client-side zero-knowledge encryption where files are encrypted on the user's device before upload
Free TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit pCloud
7

Drime

🇫🇷 France, Paris

Drime — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • ISO 27001-certified, GDPR-compliant cloud storage hosted entirely on EU servers powered by 100% renewable energy
  • AES-256 encryption at rest with secure file sharing, expiring links, and detailed file usage tracking
  • Built-in electronic signature (e-sign) feature allowing users to request and collect legally binding signatures without leaving the platform
Free TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Drime

How They Compare to Dropbox

ProductCountryOpen SourceFree TierFounded
DropboxUSNoVaries—
Nextcloud🇩🇪 GermanyYesYes2016
Internxt🇪🇸 SpainYesYes2020
Koofr🇸🇮 SloveniaNoYes2013
Tresorit🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European)NoNo2011
Proton Drive🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European)YesYes2014
pCloud🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European)NoYes2013
Drime🇫🇷 FranceNoYes2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best European alternative to Dropbox?

Nextcloud (Germany) is the best open-source alternative — self-hosted with full control. Tresorit (Switzerland) offers the best zero-knowledge encryption. Proton Drive is great for existing Proton users.

Are European cloud storage providers secure?

Many are more secure than Dropbox. Tresorit and Internxt offer zero-knowledge encryption where even the provider cannot access your files — something Dropbox does not provide.

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