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Nextcloud — File Sync, Sharing & Cloud Storage
Nextcloud is a self-hosted file sync and sharing platform. Store files, share them with others, and access them from any device — all under your control.
Access
- Web UI: https://cloud.mynest.love
- Internal (home network): http://nextcloud-app.nextcloud.svc.cluster.local
- DAV / CalDAV / CardDAV:
https://cloud.mynest.love/remote.php/dav/
Features
- File storage and synchronization across devices
- Share files and folders via link or with specific users
- Integrated calendar (CalDAV) and contacts (CardDAV)
- Office suite integration for viewing and editing documents
- End-to-end encryption support (optional)
Getting Started
- Open https://cloud.mynest.love in your browser.
- Click Sign In and choose Sign in with The Nest.
- Upload files via the web interface or use a sync client.
Sync Clients
Nextcloud provides official clients for:
- Desktop: Windows, macOS, Linux (Download)
- Mobile: iOS and Android (App Store)
- WebDAV: Configure any DAV-compatible app with the URL above
Calendar & Contacts Sync
Add these to your device's calendar/contacts app:
| Type | Protocol | URL |
|---|---|---|
| Calendar | CalDAV | https://cloud.mynest.love/remote.php/dav/principals/your-username/ |
| Contacts | CardDAV | https://cloud.mynest.love/remote.php/dav/principals/your-username/ |
Sign in with your Nest credentials when prompted.
Tips
- File versioning: Nextcloud keeps previous versions of files. Right-click a file → Versions to restore an older copy.
- Sharing links: Create shareable links with expiration dates and password protection for sensitive files.
- Offline access: Use the desktop sync client to keep a local copy of your files for offline work.
Backups
Nextcloud user data is backed up daily at 02:00 EST using Restic to Backblaze B2. Configuration files are snapshotted via Longhorn's recurring backup jobs.
Related Services
- Keycloak — Handles authentication
- Vaultwarden — Store Nextcloud credentials securely
TODO: Add screenshot of Nextcloud file browser with a sample folder.