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Nextcloud comes with a set of built-in productivity apps that many users never explore. Three of the most useful ones are Deck, Notes, and Tasks, which replace separate tools for planning, note-taking, and task management. This allows a Nextcloud instance to cover basic project planning, note-taking, and task tracking without relying on external tools. With CloudBased Backup’s Managed Nextcloud, you can activate each of these apps directly from the customer interface in just a few clicks. Ena

Many Nextcloud users rely on Google Calendar for their day-to-day scheduling, even when they manage meetings and events inside Nextcloud. Instead of switching between the two, you can subscribe to your Nextcloud calendar directly inside Google Calendar and view everything in one place. This guide explains how the integration actually works and how to set it up properly. How Google Calendar connects to Nextcloud calendars First, log in to your Nextcloud instance and open the Calendar app. You

Accessing files in Nextcloud on Android is simple with the official app, but calendar and contact synchronization works a bit differently. Nextcloud uses DAVx⁵, an open-source app that connects your Android device to calendars and contacts using the standard CalDAV and CardDAV protocols. In this guide, you will learn how to install DAVx⁵ and prepare it to connect with your Nextcloud server before enabling calendar and contact synchronization. Set Up DAVx⁵ on Android for Nextcloud Open the G

Access your private cloud from your Android phone quickly and securely. The official Nextcloud Android app lets you browse files, upload and download documents, keep files available offline, and back up photos automatically. Calendar and contact synchronization is handled through the open-source DAVx⁵ app, which keeps the main Nextcloud app fast and focused on file access. For desktop setup, you can also follow our guide on setting up Nextcloud on macOS for files, calendars, and contacts. This

Using Nextcloud on an iPhone is mainly about accessing files and folders on the go and keeping contacts and calendars in sync without relying on any big third-party cloud providers. iOS supports this setup cleanly, with some features handled through the official app and others built directly into the system. If you also use Android devices, you can set up Nextcloud on Android to sync files, photos, calendars, and contacts across devices. This guide walks through the complete process of syncing

If you are looking for how to sync Nextcloud with Thunderbird, this guide walks you through calendar and contact sync using CalDAV and CardDAV. And it should be simple. The steps are the same on macOS and Windows, and no extra add-ons are required for modern versions of Thunderbird. Before you start, make sure Thunderbird is installed on your system and that you have access to your Nextcloud account. Synchronize Nextcloud with Thunderbird Thunderbird is a stable, well-established desktop cli

The Nextcloud desktop client for macOS allows the automatic sync of files stored locally on your Mac with files on your Nextcloud server. Once connected, changes made on either side are reflected automatically, which makes it easy to work across devices without manually uploading or downloading files. The macOS operating system also supports the synchronization of calendars and contacts using the standard protocols. This means you can sync your calendar entries and contacts directly with Nextcl

Nextcloud gives you full control over your files in the cloud. But syncing all data to your local device is not always practical, especially when working with large files or with a limited disk space. Using WebDAV, you can connect your Nextcloud as a network drive and access your files directly from your operating system without permanently storing them on your local machine. Here, you will learn how to access your Nextcloud via WebDAV on Windows and macOS. What Is WebDAV in Nextcloud? WebD