Nextcloud: Regain Control of Your Files and Digital Sovereignty
Rethinking collaboration and data control#
Microsoft 365, Google Drive, and Dropbox revolutionized how teams collaborate — but they also shifted data ownership.
Most organizations no longer truly control where their information lives, how it’s secured, or how it’s backed up.
As mentioned in our article “Microsoft 365: Who’s Responsible for Your Data?”, these services ensure availability — not ownership nor long-term recovery.
Nextcloud: a modern, sovereign alternative#
Nextcloud is an open-source collaboration platform offering the same modern tools as mainstream cloud services — but with full data sovereignty.
- 📁 File storage and sharing
- 🧑💻 Online editing (OnlyOffice / Collabora)
- 💬 Messaging, calls, and video conferencing
- 🔒 Encryption, secure access, multi-factor authentication
- ☁️ Local, private, or hybrid deployment
With Nextcloud, your data stays within your own environment, under your control.
Nextcloud vs Big Tech Clouds: a fair comparison#
| Criterion | Nextcloud | Microsoft 365 / Google Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | Local, private, or sovereign | Vendor-managed public cloud |
| Data sovereignty | Total – you decide data location | No guarantee of locality |
| Privacy | Encryption, open-source and auditable | Proprietary code |
| GDPR compliance | Native, European hosting available | Frequent cross-border transfers |
| Cost | Predictable, no per-user license | Subscription per user |
| Scalability | Unlimited extensions, open APIs | Limited to vendor plans |
| Backup | Full, independent, 3-2-1-1-0 compatible | Partial and temporary recovery |
| Independence | You control everything | Vendor lock-in |
Nextcloud doesn’t oppose these tools — it simply offers a different path for businesses seeking efficiency and independence.
Nextcloud and backup: the perfect combination#
Where public clouds restrict access, Nextcloud gives it back.
It allows you to implement a true 3-2-1-1-0 backup strategy, with full data portability, integrity validation, and controlled restorations.
In short: business continuity becomes predictable and transparent.
Solution IT approach: freedom, security, and support#
At Solution IT, we empower organizations to regain control of their data with private, secure collaboration platforms.
Our support includes:
- Needs assessment and usage mapping
- Secure Nextcloud deployment (local or private hosting)
- User training and assistance
- Continuous supervision and maintenance
We provide modern collaboration tools without sacrificing what matters most: control, simplicity, and trust.
In conclusion#
Taking back control of your data isn’t a rejection of cloud services — it’s a way to align technology with your business values.
Nextcloud offers a powerful and sovereign alternative for companies seeking independence and long-term resilience.