Nextcloud
The most complete self-hosted Google Drive alternative, with collaborative editing, video calls and built-in antivirus.
What is Nextcloud?
Nextcloud is an open-source platform for file sync and sharing that lets individuals and businesses manage their data on servers under their own control. Beyond storage, it offers collaborative document editing, video conferencing, and contact and calendar management.
What is Nextcloud for?
- A corporate file cloud with built-in collaborative document editing.
- Secure video calls and meetings without relying on external services.
- Syncing files across desktop, mobile and web with official clients.
Main benefits of Nextcloud
Document editing with Collabora Online Office integration.
Secure audio and video calls from the same platform.
Sync clients for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android.
Built-in antivirus scanning and granular permission control.
Who should use Nextcloud?
Businesses looking for a complete, self-hosted alternative to Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 for files, documents and video calls, with data under their control.
Is Nextcloud the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want a complete, self-hosted alternative to Google Drive or Microsoft 365.
- You need built-in collaborative document editing and video calls.
- You want built-in antivirus scanning for uploaded files.
It might not be for you if…
- You're after the lightest install in this category (Nextcloud is one of the heaviest).
- You only need a basic file manager without all these features (consider eXtplorer or Monsta FTP).
How to install Nextcloud on your hosting
Open your hosting panel
Log into your miHosting professional hosting panel and open Softaculous, the application installer included with every plan.
Find Nextcloud
One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel. Given its size, check the available storage on your plan.
Configure and go live
Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.
Why install Nextcloud on miHosting
miHosting's professional shared hosting includes Softaculous, PHP and databases already configured, NVMe storage with no artificial limits, free SSL and real technical support if you need help during installation or maintenance of Nextcloud.
Install Nextcloud today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your Nextcloud project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
Emprendedor
— free domain included*
- ✓3 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- —Node.js, Python and Ruby are not available with Emprendedor.
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Plus
— free domain included*
- ✓15 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Webmaster
— free domain included*
- ✓100 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Not sure which to choose?
For 1–3 of your own websites, the Emprendedor plan is more than enough. To manage client sites or multiple projects, the Webmaster plan is the go-to choice for agencies and freelancers.
Node.js, Python and Ruby are included with Plus and Webmaster; they are not available with Emprendedor.
* The first-year free domain is included with the annual price. From the second year onward, it renews at the standard price. Prices in USD. VAT excluded.
Not ready to commit yet?
Try it with the same NVMe infrastructure as the paid plans for 6 months, without a credit card. Your domain is purchased separately and free hosting does not include direct support. Upgrade within those 6 months for a 50% discount.
- ✓ No credit card required
- ✓ Softaculous included
- ✓ Upgrade whenever you want
Frequently asked questions about Nextcloud
Does Nextcloud allow collaborative document editing?
Yes, through Collabora Online Office integration, several users can edit the same document at once from the browser.
Does Nextcloud need a lot of hosting storage?
The install alone takes over 1.5 GB according to Softaculous, and will grow as users upload files; a plan with ample storage is recommended.
Launch your project with Nextcloud today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.