Nextcloud (Self-Hosted)

Nextcloud grants complete data sovereignty as an open-source self-hosted solution, integrating files, calendar, contacts, and video calls while eliminating third-party access. A server with 2TB of disk space at $10/month is 75% cheaper than MEGA's equivalent 2TB plan at $30/month, providing a substantial cost advantage for families or small teams. You control all updates and encryption, achieving privacy beyond what any hosted service can match, and with a gigabit connection, file syncing beats the average hosted service's speed. At under $5/month per user, this eliminates subscription lock-in, making it a versatile and economical choice for those prioritizing full control and lower long-term costs.