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Dev tools · January 9, 2013

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FileRock, a Secure Dropbox Clone, goes Open Source

FileRock, a Secure Dropbox Clone, goes Open Source launched on January 9, 2013 with 97 votes, #21 of 526 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches.

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In plain words

FileRock is an open-source file synchronization tool designed as an alternative to Dropbox. It allows users to securely sync files across devices with a focus on privacy and control. The software is aimed at developers and users who want a self-hosted or privacy-conscious file storage solution. By going open source, FileRock enables the community to audit, modify, and contribute to the codebase directly.

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