Cloudstore

With the Cloudstore service, the ZIH provides cloud-based storage for Sync&Share . Data stored in this memory can be synchronized (Sync) and shared with PCs, laptops, tablets, or smartphones and other people.

Features

Data storage with easy handling
Synchronize the data between different devices and operating systems
Works with web browsers or desktop clients (Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS and Android))
Sharing files with other people (who do not need to be Cloudstore users or even TUD members) via links / URLs - even with password protection
Access with ZIH login

Comparison with dropbox

With Cloudstore, the data is stored entirely on the ZIH.
The software for Cloudstore runs on computers of the ZIH.
According to the Saxon Data Protection Act, which is relevant to the TU Dresden, there is currently no legal framework protecting you via the use of Dropbox as the data processed by Dropbox is in a cloud in non-European countries.

Service Offer

The service is free of charge for employees and students of the TU Dresden.
With your ZIH login, you have direct access to Cloudstore. At very first use, you must log on to the website of the service in order to confirm the usage conditions.
The following memory space is available per person:Employees: 10 GB (see note 2)
Students: 2 GB

Software

Links to the download of the clients can be found by logging into the Cloudstore website. In the upper right corner under your name -> Personal or here.
Note on the Android app: You can use the Owncloud-App as well as the Nextcloud-App from the Google Play Store. Link to Nextcloud-App

Important Tips

The data stored in the Cloudstore is not backed up by the ZIH (Backup). In extreme cases, if the system fails, the data may be lost. The user is responsible for securing the data elsewhere. (e.g. Backup of the ZIH)
For employees, the memory limit (quota) is set in Cloudstore only after the first login. Therefore, it may happen that the correct limit is first displayed on webpage after a few minutes.

Instructions

You can upload, download and share files via the link https://cloudstore.zih.tu-dresden.de Windows, Android, iOS or Linux users are allowed the synchronization of data between different computers, tablets or smartphones.
Note: Before using the desktop or smartphone apps, you must log on to the Website and accept the terms of use.

Instructions of the ZIH

Website

Clients

Desktop App (Windows, Linux, MacOS)
Android App
FAQ of the ZIH about Cloudstore (e.g. uploading large files or using the same username when sharing files).
Support is provided by the ZIH Service Desk