# Nextcloud

Nextcloud is a self-hosted platform that allows you, the owner of data, to be in complete control of said data. As a user of cloud storage such as OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox, I have literrally no control over what those providers do with the data and metadata I store within their service(s).

Nextcloud places control of documents and photos, calendars, and contacts in your hands. It is easy to setup provided you have a little technical know-how and can read the How-To linked below. This page will become a diary of progress, from setup to complete usage of the Nextcloud software.

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[Nextcloud Support](https://nextcloud.com/support/)

[Nextcloud Admin Documentation](https://docs.nextcloud.com/server/17/admin_manual/)

[Nextcloud User Manual](https://docs.nextcloud.com/server/17/user_manual/)
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