ownCloud
Your own cloud storage platform, with sync, secure sharing and data encryption.
What is ownCloud?
ownCloud is an open-source cloud storage platform that runs on your own server, giving you freedom and control over your data. It works as a personal alternative to services like Dropbox or Google Drive, letting you sync, access and share files on your own infrastructure.
What is ownCloud for?
- Your own file cloud for a team, without relying on an external service.
- Syncing files across several devices with version control.
- User management integrated with LDAP or Active Directory in a corporate environment.
Main benefits of ownCloud
Access to your data from any device, with automatic sync.
Secure file sharing with document version control.
Data encryption and drag-and-drop uploads.
Built-in apps like calendar, gallery and tasks.
Who should use ownCloud?
Teams and businesses that want their own file cloud with full control over the data, instead of relying on an external third-party service.
Is ownCloud the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want a Dropbox or Google Drive alternative hosted on your own server.
- You need to integrate user management with LDAP or Active Directory.
- You value data encryption and document version control.
It might not be for you if…
- You're after the ecosystem with the most apps and the most active community (consider Nextcloud, which forked from ownCloud and has more recent development).
- You'd prefer a lighter install (Pydio or eXtplorer take up much less space).
How to install ownCloud 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 ownCloud
One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel.
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 ownCloud 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 ownCloud.
Install ownCloud today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your ownCloud 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 ownCloud
Does ownCloud replace Dropbox or Google Drive?
It functionally covers similar file sync and sharing, with the difference that data is hosted on your own server, not on third-party servers.
What's the difference between ownCloud and Nextcloud?
Nextcloud started as a fork of ownCloud and today has more active development and more built-in apps; ownCloud remains a mature, stable option.
Launch your project with ownCloud today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.