Derpbox

The premium Open Source alternative to Dropbox

🎯 Best for:Users seeking a zero-dependency sync solution for Linux environments.

What is Derpbox?

A shell-based synchronization daemon that monitors file changes using inotify. It uses rsync over SSH to mirror directories without requiring a heavy background application.

Tech Stack
ShellFile Mgmt & Sharing

Why Derpbox?

  • Extremely low resource consumption
  • Uses standard SSH for security
  • No proprietary tracking

Limitations

  • Linux/Unix only
  • Manual configuration required
  • No GUI for status monitoring
2/4/2026
Last Update
4
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License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Dropbox)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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