Nextcloud

Nextcloud is owned by Nextcloud GmbH, headquartered in Germany. No. The ultimate owner of Nextcloud, Nextcloud GmbH, is headquartered in Germany, not in the United States.

Nextcloud GmbH is a privately held company specializing in open-source file hosting and collaboration software, founded in 2016 by Frank Karlitschek and Niels Mache. The company is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, and has grown to employ between 51 and 100 people. It offers a suite of client-server software for creating and using file hosting services, emphasizing privacy, security, and user control over data. Nextcloud GmbH is fully employee-funded and has been profitable since the end of 2016, focusing on organic growth and long-term stability. The company has developed a strong presence in Europe, with deployments in various government institutions and enterprises. As of 2025, Nextcloud GmbH continues to operate independently, maintaining its commitment to open-source principles and user-centric design.