Alternatives to Puter

Self-hosted alternatives to Puter

Open source projects that can replace Puter:

Nextcloud

30,285

AGPL-3.0

Nextcloud is a powerful, open-source file hosting and collaboration platform that puts you in control of your data. Originally forked from ownCloud in 2016, Nextcloud has evolved into a comprehensive solution that combines file storage, sharing, and synchronization with a rich ecosystem of collaborative tools and applications.

Key Features

File Storage & Sync:
- Cross-platform file synchronization
- Selective sync capabilities
- Version history and file recovery
- Collaborative file editing
- File sharing with permissions
- External storage integration
Collaboration Tools:
- Calendar and contact management
- Mail client integration
- Video conferencing (Nextcloud Talk)
- Project management (Nextcloud Deck)
- Real-time document collaboration
- Team workspaces
Security & Privacy:
- End-to-end encryption
- Server-side encryption
- Two-factor authentication
- Brute force protection
- File access control
- Activity monitoring and audit logs
Communication:
- Built-in chat and video calls
- Screen sharing capabilities
- Voice messages
- File sharing in conversations
- Integration with external chat systems
- Mobile push notifications
Office & Productivity:
- Online office suite (Collabora/OnlyOffice)
- Document templates
- Form builder
- Note-taking applications
- Password manager integration
- Bookmark management
Enterprise Features:
- LDAP/Active Directory integration
- Single sign-on (SSO) support
- Group and user management
- Quota management
- Compliance and governance tools
- Enterprise support options
Extensibility:
- Rich app ecosystem (200+ apps)
- Custom app development
- Theming and branding
- Workflow automation
- Third-party integrations
- API for custom solutions

Technical Specifications

Backend: PHP with Symfony components
Database: MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQLite
Web Server: Apache HTTP Server or Nginx
Frontend: Vue.js and JavaScript
Mobile: Native iOS and Android apps
Desktop: Cross-platform sync clients
Standards: WebDAV, CalDAV, CardDAV, LDAP

ownCloud

8,580

AGPL-3.0

ownCloud is a mature, enterprise-focused file sharing and collaboration platform that has been serving organizations worldwide since 2010. As the original open-source cloud storage solution, ownCloud provides a comprehensive suite of tools for secure file management, team collaboration, and enterprise integration.

Key Features

Enterprise File Management:
- Centralized file storage and organization
- Advanced file sharing with permissions
- File versioning and recovery
- File locking for collaborative editing
- Bulk file operations
- External storage integration
Collaboration Tools:
- Real-time document collaboration
- File comments and tagging
- Shared workspaces and projects
- Activity feeds and notifications
- Team calendars and contacts
- Integration with office suites
Enterprise Security:
- Server-side encryption at rest
- Client-side encryption options
- Two-factor authentication
- Granular access controls
- Antivirus scanning integration
- Data loss prevention tools
Identity & Access Management:
- LDAP and Active Directory integration
- Single sign-on (SSO) support
- Role-based access control
- Group management
- Guest user access
- API key management
Compliance & Governance:
- Comprehensive audit logging
- Data retention policies
- GDPR compliance tools
- Legal hold capabilities
- Workflow automation
- Custom branding options
Platform Integration:
- Microsoft Office integration
- LibreOffice Online support
- Calendar and contact sync
- Email integration
- Third-party app marketplace
- Custom app development
Mobile & Desktop:
- Native mobile applications
- Desktop sync clients
- Offline file access
- Automatic photo upload
- Mobile device management
- Remote wipe capabilities