ownCloud vs Zimly S3 Backup
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
ownCloud
Welcome to the ownCloud Android App – Add an ownCloud server, and have your private file sync and share cloud up and running in no time. Do you need private file sync and share software? Then good news, because the ownCloud Android App enables you to connect Android devices to a private ownCloud Server running in your data center. ownCloud is open source file sync and share software for everyone from individuals operating the free ownCloud server, to large enterprises and service providers operating under the ownCloud Enterprise Subscription. ownCloud provides a safe, secure and compliant file sync and share solution – on servers you control. With the ownCloud Android App you can browse all of your ownCloud synced files, create and edit new files, share these files and folders with co-workers, and keep the contents of those folders in sync across all of your devices. Simply copy a file into a directory on your server and ownCloud does the rest. Whether using a mobile device, a desktop, or the web client, ownCloud provides the ability to put the right files in the right hands at the right time on any device in one simple-to-use, secure, private and controlled solution. After all, with ownCloud, it’s Your Cloud, Your Data, Your Way. Should you have any problem connecting or synchronizing with your ownCloud server, please contact us on https://github.com/owncloud/android/issues or check https://central.owncloud.org. Visit us at www.ownCloud.com for more information about ownCloud and the ownCloud Subscriptions. For more information on the free and open source ownCloud Server, visit www.ownCloud.org. *** If you are experiencing login issues after an update and the ownCloud Workaround App is installed in your device, please, try to uninstall and reinstall the Workaround App ***
Zimly S3 Backup
Zimly is an eye-catching, open-source app designed for synchronizing your local media and documents with any S3-compatible storage solution — whether self-hosted using platforms like Minio or cloud-based like AWS S3. Key Features: * Open-Source and Free: Explore the codebase and influence the roadmap: https://www.zimly.app * Safety First: Zimly prioritizes data integrity by avoiding any destructive actions during synchronization. * Metadata Preservation: Your media's essential metadata, including Exif and location data, remains intact and securely transferred. * Intuitive User Experience: Enjoy a user-friendly experience with Zimly's emphasis on simplicity and a clean, straightforward interface. * Ad-Free & Privacy-Focused Help make Zimly even better! If you encounter any issues or have feature requests, please share them on GitHub: https://github.com/zimly/zimly-backup/issues
| Feature | ownCloud | Zimly S3 Backup |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-2.0-only | GPL-3.0-only |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | F-DroidGitHub |
| Categories | Cloud StorageBrowser | ProductivityMedia PlayerCloud StorageVideoBrowser |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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