Cloudu The European alternative to Google Drive / Dropbox
SubmittedNextcloud-based cloud storage with servers in Germany
About Cloudu
Cloudu has provided hosted Nextcloud storage solutions since 2013, with servers located exclusively in Germany. Unlike Google Drive, all data is hosted on German servers running on 100 percent renewable energy.
Highlights
- ✓ Hosted Nextcloud instance with web, apps, and WebDAV access
- ✓ Servers in Germany, 100 percent renewable energy
- ✓ Two-factor authentication
- ✓ Calendar and contact synchronization included
- ✓ Monthly cancellation, no hidden costs
Why European?
- → German company with German server location
- → Open-source software (Nextcloud) as base, fully auditable
- → GDPR-compliant under German law
- → Outside CLOUD Act reach, no access by US authorities
Pricing
From €5/month (200 GB), cancel monthly
Frequently asked questions about Cloudu
What is Cloudu and what is it used for? +
Cloudu is a German cloud storage provider that has offered hosted Nextcloud instances since 2013. Users receive a complete Nextcloud environment with file storage, calendar, contacts, tasks, and office integration. Access is via web, desktop apps (Windows, macOS, Linux), mobile apps (iOS, Android), and WebDAV. Pricing starts at €5/month for 200 GB of storage.
Does Cloudu run on European infrastructure? +
Cloudu operates its servers exclusively in Germany, according to its own statement with electricity from 100 percent renewable energy. The software is based on the open-source solution Nextcloud, which is also developed in Germany (Stuttgart). The company is subject to German law and not the US CLOUD Act. No US cloud services such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure are used.
What distinguishes Cloudu from Google Drive? +
Cloudu is based on the open-source Nextcloud software, while Google Drive is proprietary. Cloudu stores data exclusively in Germany, while Google Drive uses global data centers under US law. Cloudu is funded through subscription fees without advertising or data analysis, Google uses data for advertising profiles. Google Drive offers a significantly larger ecosystem (Workspace, Docs), while Cloudu focuses on sovereign storage with office integration.
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Entry verified on 09.05.2026