CloudOwner provides a managed Nextcloud server that ensures your data is private, secure, and isolated. We handle all server maintenance, software updates, and technical configurations, so you don’t have to.

Key Benefits:

• Privacy and Security: Avoid risks like data leaks and spying that are often associated with public clouds.
• Custom Branding: Tailor your cloud’s look and feel to match your company’s branding and use your own domain.
• Smooth Transition: We support you with initial training, onboarding, and data migration for a seamless switch.
• Cost-Effective: Get the benefits of a private, fully managed server without the complexity and expense of doing it yourself.

Choose CloudOwner for a hassle-free, fully managed cloud solution that maintains your corporate identity and ensures data sovereignty

Nextcloud is an open-source platform that offers cloud storage, file sharing, and collaboration tools. It’s designed for users who want to host and maintain their own cloud infrastructure or manage a VPS.

CloudOwner, on the other hand, provides a managed service that leverages Nextcloud’s software to deliver a hassle-free cloud experience. Here’s how CloudOwner adds value to the standard Nextcloud offering:

• Managed Hosting: CloudOwner handles all server setup, maintenance, and technical management, allowing you to use Nextcloud without needing IT expertise.
• Empowered Customization: While we set up and manage the technical aspects, you have the freedom to customize the look and feel of your cloud, including the use of your own domain, to align with your company’s branding.
• Dedicated Support: CloudOwner offers personalized support for migration, training, and onboarding, ensuring a smooth transition and effective use of your cloud services.

Choose CloudOwner if you’re looking for a “set it and forget it” approach to using Nextcloud, with the flexibility to personalize your setup and direct support when you need it.

Hosting Nextcloud on AWS or on your own server often comes with hidden costs and complex management responsibilities. CloudOwner offers several key advantages that streamline this process:

• Simple Pricing Structure: We charge only for storage, unlike AWS and other VPS providers that also charge for data transfer, backups, snapshots, and additional services. Our straightforward pricing eliminates surprises and makes budgeting easier.
• Complimentary Backups: As part of our standard service, we provide a complimentary backup of your instance, stored for three days, to protect against data loss in disaster recovery scenarios.
• Expert Managed Service: Managing a sophisticated private collaboration suite like Nextcloud requires significant technical know-how. CloudOwner handles all the setup, maintenance, and technical challenges, allowing you to focus on your core business without needing in-depth IT knowledge.
• Dedicated Support: Our dedicated support team assists with migration, training, and any other support needs, ensuring a seamless and efficient setup.

While sync clients provided by OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox may function adequately for small teams, they quickly become problematic as the number of users grows. These services are not designed to replace your file server, often leading to sync issues such as file corruption, data loss, and inconsistent file visibility among larger groups.

• Integrated Collaboration Suite: Nextcloud, supported by CloudOwner, offers a comprehensive suite including a text editor fully compatible with Microsoft Office, backed by the industry-leading Collabora. This ensures maximum compatibility and provides an editing experience that closely mirrors Microsoft’s offerings, facilitating a seamless transition for teams accustomed to Microsoft’s functionality.

• Flexible Syncing Options: Unlike other solutions where the sync client is central to the operation, Nextcloud offers a sync client that is more of an option rather than a necessity. This flexibility allows users to choose how they interact with their files, whether through direct web access or synchronized local copies, enhancing usability and reducing sync-related issues.

• Cost-Effective Scaling: CloudOwner provides support for up to 100 users in our standard deployment, making it a cost-effective solution for growing teams. This approach avoids the escalating per-user costs typically associated with traditional cloud services.

• Advanced Features for Enterprise Use: With features like direct PDF editing, DocuSign integration, and extensive file management options, Nextcloud is better suited to meet the demands of larger teams, offering capabilities that go beyond basic file storage and syncing.

• Simplified IT Management: Our expert team handles all updates, maintenance, and technical challenges, freeing you from the complexities of managing IT infrastructure and allowing you to focus on core business activities.

Choose CloudOwner for a robust, scalable, and integrated cloud solution that addresses the shortcomings of traditional sync clients and provides a genuine alternative to conventional file servers, enhancing team collaboration and productivity as your business grows.

Migrating to CloudOwner is a streamlined, step-by-step process designed to minimize disruption and ensure a smooth transition to your new cloud environment:

1. Consultation: We begin with a consultation to assess your current setup and understand your future needs. This ensures that your new Nextcloud server will be perfectly tailored to your requirements.

2. Deployment and Configuration: Once your order is placed, we will deploy and configure your Nextcloud server. This setup is done to optimize performance and security based on the consultation findings.

3. Staff Training: We provide comprehensive training for your staff, showing them how to set up and sync their emails, contacts, and calendars with Nextcloud on both their computers and phones.

4. Data Migration: The actual file transfer to your new Nextcloud server is scheduled over a weekend to ensure minimal downtime. By Monday, your cloud environment will be operational.

5. Ongoing Support: On the first business day following the migration, our support staff will be on standby to address any questions or provide technical support. We offer complimentary technical support for the first month after deployment to all new clients, ensuring a smooth transition.

6. Admin Handoff: Upon completion of the migration and once you are comfortable with the environment, we will hand over the admin credentials. You are then free to add or remove users and customize your server as you see fit.

CloudOwner is designed for small to medium-sized companies seeking a reliable, enterprise-grade collaboration suite without the complexity and cost of a dedicated IT support staff. Our solution is ideal for businesses that require digital autonomy with the ability to work from anywhere, including those that may:

• Need Hassle-Free IT Management: Businesses that prefer not to allocate significant time, money, and resources to set up and maintain their own data centers find CloudOwner to be a perfect fit. We provide a fully managed cloud environment, allowing companies to focus on their core activities without worrying about the technical complexities of IT infrastructure.

• Seek Cost Efficiency: Our clients enjoy the financial benefits of not having to hire a full-time IT staff or invest in expensive hardware and software for data management and security. CloudOwner offers a cost-effective, subscription-based model that scales with your business needs.

• Demand High Availability and Mobility: For organizations that require their teams to have the capability to work remotely and access data securely from any location, CloudOwner ensures that your data is always accessible and secure, whether your team is in the office or working from different parts of the world.

• Work with Sensitive Data: Companies dealing with sensitive information, such as those working with government contracts or industries regulated by strict data privacy laws, benefit from CloudOwner. Our private cloud solution ensures that data is not stored on public clouds, meeting legal requirements for data handling and security.

CloudOwner is tailored to meet the needs of businesses that prioritize security, flexibility, and efficiency in their collaborative efforts, making it an excellent choice for companies looking to enhance their productivity without the overhead of traditional IT solutions.

Yes, you can customize CloudOwner to align with your corporate branding. Our service allows you to use your own domain and tailor your Nextcloud environment to meet your specific branding needs. You have the freedom to customize the look and feel of your Nextcloud server, ensuring it seamlessly integrates with your company’s design guidelines. This flexibility helps maintain a consistent brand experience for your users and enhances your corporate identity.