Secure Your Data with Nextcloud VPS: Private and Fully Controlled Cloud Storage

Have you ever thought about the security of your personal files and documents on one of the big cloud providers? I surely have. This is why I am impressed with Nextcloud on a VPS. You can save files to the cloud, while still being in control.

Why Use Your Own Cloud?​

Cloud providers are great, but you give them your keys and they determine your data is stored. If you have private files such as work files, photos, or research, you want to be in control. Nextcloud on a VPS solves this issue. The tool provides you with file management and running on a VPS provides safety, speed, and flexibility.

How Nextcloud Safeguards Your Files​

Nextcloud is more than just a file storage service, it is a complete file management system with secure file management features.

• TLS encryption that keeps your data secure in transport
• AppArmor protects the PHP processes
• Brute-force protection prohibits unauthorized access by hackers
• Server-side and client-side encrypted access, an optional feature
• User, group, and location access controls

You are the server, you control the keys. No company will ever be able to access your files without your permission.

Selecting a VPS​

Shared hosting is inexpensive, home servers are personal but problematic. VPS offers a great mix of both:

• Complete control of the server
• Access to various resources such as CPU, RAM, and storage
• Enhanced security and separation from other users

For a small team, 2 CPUs, 2 GB RAM, and 40 GB SSD is sufficient. Updates are simple and inexpensive if you need more storage or speed.

Keep Your Server Protected​

Security is not simply a matter of software; it’s also a matter of best practices:

• Use SSH keys, instead of passwords
• Install Fail2Ban to block malicious attacks
• Turn on automatic updates
• Set your firewall to only allow needed access
• Use live security patches where you can, such as a VPS (Virtual Private Server)

Keep Nextcloud Even More Secure​

With Nextcloud, you can:

• Enable two-factor authentication
• Run cron jobs via the system for background tasks
• Scan files once per night
• Enable login protection and whitelists

Back Up Your Data​

With client-side encryption, no one, not even your server host can access or see your files. Store your backup keys securely offline. Send your logs to another server so a hacker cannot simply delete your information on your main server.

Once you try it, you will see how nice it is to have ownership of your own cloud with Nextcloud VPS.