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Syncthing

Open-source continuous file sync between your devices

Syncthing syncs folders directly between your computers and phones peer-to-peer, without a central cloud server.

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Pricing: Free

Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, Android

Categories: Productivity, Security & Privacy

Syncthing is an alternative to

Dropbox

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Syncthing	Free	Yes	Yes	Windows, Mac, Linux, Android
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PairDrop	Free	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Nextcloud	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

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Questions

Is Syncthing free?

Syncthing is free.

Is Syncthing open source?

Yes, Syncthing is open source.

Can Syncthing be self-hosted?

Yes, you can run Syncthing on your own server.

What platforms does Syncthing run on?

Syncthing is available for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android.

What are some alternatives to Syncthing?

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