Getting off US tech: a guide
Iβm in the process of dropping US tech services. Hereβs how I did it, and options you should consider.
Are you really digitally independent? βοΈβπ₯
In his guide βGetting off US techβ, tech writer and podcaster Paris Marx @parismarx.com breaks down why #DigitalSovereignty matters, and how to get there step by step.
Discover practical, user-friendly alternatives! Full list of apps π
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featured image for event announcement: Nextcloud Enterprise Day Vienna on March 24, 2026
Nextcloud Enterprise Day is coming to Austria, for the first time! π¦πΉ
Weβre kicking off the 2026 event season in a brand-new location.
π Vienna, Austria
π March 24, 2026
If digital sovereignty is on your roadmap, this day is worth your time!
Seats are limited! π nextcloud.com/enterprise-d...
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Top 5 use cases for air-gapped collaboration in 2026 - Nextcloud
Discover how air-gapped collaboration can keep your information safe. Explore key use cases and benefits to secure the most sensitive data.
If your data canβt be reached, it canβt be breached. π―
Thatβs why more organizations are turning to air-gapped collaboration, ensuring full data safety while enabling teamwork.
Read the blog post:
nextcloud.com/blog/top-5-u...
Watch the webinar: nextcloud.com/blog/webinar...
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Join us tomorrow at our #Nextcloud Meetup in Osaka to learn more about the product from Jan-Christoph Borchardt! @jancborchardt.net
Seats are limited, register now π
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5 open-source Raspberry Pi projects I'm self-hosting to save money
Drop your existing subscriptions or avoid taking out new ones by putting your Pi to good use.
Raspberry Pi is a great way to get started with self-hosting your cloud on a budget. πΈ
How-To Geek writer Tim Brookes shares how you can replace stacking subscriptions like iCloud, Spotify, or audiobooks with self-hosted apps you fully control.
Full story! π
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Image with text "Meet the Nextclouder: Frank Karlitschek. Interview with Frank Karlitschek, CEO and founder of Nextcloud" and photo of Frank Karlitschek
π° βData is the new oil,β says @karlitschek.bsky.social, founder of Nextcloud.
So how can organizations protect their valuable data from big companies that want to exploit it, and what role does Nextcloud play?
Get the latest insights from Frank in our newsletter: www.linkedin.com/pulse/januar...
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Grab a red marker and save the date! β
The Nextcloud Community Conference 2026 is happening September 19β20, 2026, in Berlin, Germany.
Our biggest community meetup yet, hosted at CIC Berlinβ¨.
More details soon! nextcloud.com/conference-2...
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How to back up and restore Nextcloud AIO remotely using BorgBackup - Nextcloud
Learn how to do a remote backup for Nextcloud AIO and improve the security and resilience of your instance. Discover our step-by-step guide!
"How to back up and restore Nextcloud AIO remotely using BorgBackup" π¦
Remote backups protect your data from local incidents and help you stay compliant with regulations that require off-site archiving.
Learn how with our popular guide! π
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Announcement Banner - Apps - App Store - Nextcloud
The Nextcloud App Store - Upload your apps and install new apps onto your Nextcloud
Software update, meeting reminder, or office party? π£
Place banners across all Nextcloud pages for team-wide announcements with the Announcement Banner app!
Discover more! π apps.nextcloud.com/apps/announc...
And join #NextcloudHub 26 Winter for more app updates! π nextcloud.com/special-even...
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Nextcloud Hub release presentation recording backstage photo: speakers at the stage
Nextcloud Hub release presentation recording backstage photo: people with camera
Nextcloud Hub release presentation recording backstage photo: people in the break zone observing the process
πΈ Weβre in full preparation mode for the Nextcloud Special Event, including the launch of Nextcloud Hub 26 Winter.
All the fun is ahead: we start filming soon!
Join us on Feb 18 at 2 PM (CET) to discover how easy it can be to regain #datacontrol!
Save your seat:π nextcloud.com/special-even...
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A new chapter for digital autonomy: The Nextcloud Special Event with the Nextcloud Hub 26 Winter release - Nextcloud
Join us on 18 February for Nextcloudβs latest release and see what the future of your digital workspace looks like!
Is it time to set your data free? βοΈβπ₯
On 18 February at 2 PM (CET), weβre hosting the Nextcloud Special Event, including the release of #NextcloudHub 26 Winter.
Read the blog & discover what to expect π nextcloud.com/blog/nextclo...
Get your online seat π nextcloud.com/special-even...
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Top 10 easy sharing tips with your SharePoint alternative: Nextcloud Files - Nextcloud
Looking for a SharePoint alternative? Learn 10 easy file-sharing tips with Nextcloud Files for secure collaboration and full data control.
#SharePoint is nearing end of support! β Time to look for alternatives!
Meet #NextcloudFiles: your modern, flexible, and sovereign SharePoint alternative!
Discover how to set yourself free from vendor lock-in with an open source and secure file-sharing app:
π nextcloud.com/blog/top-10-...
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Nextcloud Berlin office photo: Buildings surrounding yard with garden
Nextcloud Berlin office photo: People a the table with laptops in the office interior
Nextcloud Berlin office photo: Wall with Nextcloud Logo
Our Berlin meetups are back! π€©
Weβre restarting our monthly get-togethers, hosted in Nextcloud's new office.
Bring your laptop, or simply join to hang out and chat!
π Wednesday, 21 January
π 7:00β9:00 PM (or until we run out of ideas π)
πNextcloud Berlin office
help.nextcloud.com/t/berlin-nex...
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Image showing a quote from CEO and founder of Nextcloud, Frank Kartlitschek: "Data is the new oil. When only a handful of companies control it, we lose our autonomy. Thatβs why Nextcloud is here, with a mission to help people and organizations take back control over their data."
Companies want to get their hands on your data π€ But keeping it safe can be easy.
#NextcloudHub puts you back in control. Join our latest release, Nextcloud Hub 26 Winter, to learn more!
π
Feb 18, 2 PM (CET)
π Online global premiere
Save your seat: π
nextcloud.com/special-even...
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Univentionβs Nubus promises data sovereignty at fraught moment: Nextcloud | Biometric Update
Nextcloud questions the wisdom of relying on major cloud platforms like Microsoft Entra ID to manage user accounts, access and authentication.
Data control = identity control. π¨
Nubus by Nextcloud partner Univention is an identity management system that puts IT departments back in charge of storage locations, access rights, security policies, and integrations.
Discover moreπ
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Looking for a very high level of security? π
Air-gapped systems are isolated from the internet, helping protect data while enabling secure collaboration.
Join our webinar on Jan 20 "Build an air-gapped Nextcloud for critical data isolation" for the full story!
Register now! π
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Tasks - Apps - App Store - Nextcloud
The Nextcloud App Store - Upload your apps and install new apps onto your Nextcloud
Time to get things done? πͺ Keep projects on track with Nextcloud Tasks:
βοΈ Create projects
βοΈ Add & edit tasks
βοΈ Set due dates
And more!
π apps.nextcloud.com/apps/tasks
And donβt miss the Nextcloud Hub 26 Winter release for more exciting new apps
π nextcloud.com/special-even...
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Update: Shortly after releasing version 32.0.4 we followed up with a hotfix, version 32.0.5.
Please keep your server up to date!
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2025 Self-Hosting Boom: Ditch Subscriptions, Save $50+ Monthly with Open-Source Apps
Self-hosting open-source apps is gaining traction in 2025 to combat subscription fatigue, saving users $50+ monthly by replacing services like password managers (Bitwarden), file storage (Nextcloud),β¦
βThis is your monthly payment reminder.β π° Subscription fatigue is real. Why pay when you can self-host?
Self-hosting open source apps can save β¬40+/month while giving you privacy & control.
And yes, Nextcloud is one of the top choices π
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January updates available: Nextcloud Hub 10 & Nextcloud Hub 25 Autumn - Nextcloud
New maintenance updates are available for Nextcloud Hub 10 (31.0.13) and Nextcloud Hub 25 Autumn (32.0.4 ). Keep your server up-to-date!
Maintenance updates for Nextcloud Hub 10 (31.0.13) and Nextcloud Hub 25 Autumn (32.0.4) are available π
Upgrade to a new version for better and even more secure Nextcloud experience. The updating process is designed to be safe and easy: keep your server up to date!
nextcloud.com/blog/january...
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Four reasons to consolidate collaboration for your online workspace - Nextcloud
Is it time to bring all of your online apps together in one digital workspace to work more productively? Discover Nextcloud Hub.
Take a test! π Is your tech stack really working for you? It providesβ¦
β’ High productivity β’ Simple admin & scalability
β’ Built-in security & compliance
β’ Proven maturity
Does yours check out?
Why an integrated platform might be the answerπ
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500,000+ servers run Nextcloud worldwide. Millions join every year, choosing autonomy over lock-in.
With the launch of #NextcloudHub 26 Winter, we take it even further.
Join us for this release and experience how easy it is to regain data control! πhttps://nextcloud.com/special-event-winter26/
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Top 5 use cases for air-gapped collaboration in 2026 - Nextcloud
Discover how air-gapped collaboration can keep your information safe. Explore key use cases and benefits to secure the most sensitive data.
When your data isnβt connected ... it canβt leak. π«
Discover air-gapped collaboration: isolating your systems from the internet, while still ensuring teams can co-edit, share files, and work together.
Read the full story π nextcloud.com/blog/top-5-u...
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Featured image for a Q&A session βAsk the Expert - Live Q&A Nextcloud vs Microsoft 365 in practiceβ
Considering Nextcloud instead of Microsoft 365? π
Join our live "Ask the Expert" Q&A for clear, practical answers. No sales pitch, just real-world insights.
π Jan 15, 2026
β° 3 PM CET / 9 AM EST
Save your seat or register for the recording: π go.nextcloud.com/r/kf6C
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Nextcloud community
A place to discuss Nextcloud, get help, and meet other friendly people :)
Just got your first #Nextcloud instance running and wondering how to fine-tune, scale, or fix your setup?
Luckily, you are not alone: thousands of Nextcloud fans solve similar challenges every day!
Join the community! πͺ
help.nextcloud.com
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βA company subject to the extraterritorial laws of the United States cannot be considered sovereign for Europe.β
The issues with the US CLOUD Act and the chances of Europe to break free from #TechDependency, in The Registerβs new story π
www.theregister.com/2025/12/22/e...
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Want to make sure no one misses out?
Easily track event attendance with Nextcloud Attendance: real-time check-ins, reminders, and a dashboard widget. apps.nextcloud.com/apps/attenda...
P.S. Community apps shine in Nextcloud Hub 26 Winter π. Donβt miss the launch! nextcloud.com/special-even...
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How Nextcloud protects the data of Amnesty International in Spain
Learn how Amnesty International Spain migrated from Samba to Nextcloud for secure sharing and real-time collaboration their teams.
Truly one of our most compelling stories about an organization regaining data control: Amnesty International Spain.
Discover how even non-tech activist teams adopted Nextcloud instantly. Read the full story: π nextcloud.com/blog/case_st...
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βAt the end of the day, if a security agency from the US wants to force a US vendor to pull out data, then they have to do this.β
Computerworld investigates how global uncertainty is reshaping #cloud strategies in #Europe!
π www.computerworld.com/article/4109...
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