In Short
ownCloud / Nextcloud Odoo Integration is an Odoo 19 Document Management app. The tool to automatically synchronize Odoo attachments with ownCloud/Nextcloud files in both ways.
ownCloud / Nextcloud Odoo Integration connects Cloud Storage Solutions with self-hosted ownCloud and Nextcloud instances. Odoo folders and attachments are synchronized in both directions, while users keep direct access from Odoo through internal or optional public cloud links.
Perfect for
Self-hosted cloud teams
Synchronize Odoo documents with your own Nextcloud or ownCloud server instead of a public SaaS drive.
Controlled file access
Use internal links by default and switch to public URLs only when the business workflow requires shareable cloud links.
Automated document sync
Keep Odoo folders and cloud folders aligned through scheduled direct, backward, and reverse synchronization.
Ready to evaluate?
Start with a free demo request or purchase in the Odoo Apps Store.
Free personalized demo database. No phone number or credit card required. Free life-time updates and expert support within the major Odoo version.
Why teams choose it
Key benefits before you dive into the details
Self-hosted storage
Synchronize Odoo files with your own Nextcloud or ownCloud instance while Cloud Storage Solutions manages the Odoo side.
Automatic folders
Generate Odoo folders from rules and create matching directories in Nextcloud or ownCloud during scheduled sync.
Bilateral sync
Odoo sends attachments to the cloud and retrieves new or changed cloud files back as linked Odoo attachments.
Odoo File Manager
Browse, search, download, upload, move, and tag synced files from the Odoo File Manager interface.
Internal or public URLs
Use secure internal links by default or enable public cloud URLs when external access is part of the workflow.
Logs and recovery
Track sync operations in Odoo, reconnect after token changes, and reverse files back to Odoo when needed.
Odoo Apps Store feedback
What customers say about the app
Very good product
A perfect solution to integrate Owncloud with Odoo. We sync a high volume of objects across multiple Odoo models, which works seamless and stable. For us it is the perfect solution to have an external DMS instead of the Odoo native attachment handling, which also enables us to interchange files between systems in our best-of-breed setup.
The team behind this module is extremely professional and responsive. They helped us on a few occasions and provided clear answers and prompt support when required, and they even went out of their way to assist us with another requirement we had. Cannot recommend the product and team highly enough, try this if you're in the market to connect Odoo with an external document solution.
Frank Vogler
Works according to specs
I have used this app with Odoo 12 and Nextcloud 16 and it works as specified. Odoo Tools offers very responsive support which is really helpful. Of course 5 stars...!
NXD-Audio
This is Awesome
I have used Cloud Sync on Next/Own Cloud and works really great.
Humberto
How ownCloud / Nextcloud Synchronization Works
Scheduled direct, backward, and reverse sync keeps Odoo and your private cloud aligned.
Odoo to ownCloud / Nextcloud
- Direct sync creates the matching cloud folder hierarchy and uploads Odoo attachments.
- Synced binaries are replaced by URL attachments in Odoo to reduce server file storage.
- Folder and attachment changes are queued and processed by scheduled jobs.
ownCloud / Nextcloud to Odoo
- Backward sync creates Odoo URL attachments and subfolders for new cloud items.
- Moves, updates, and deletions in the cloud are reflected in linked Odoo folders where possible.
- Reverse sync brings files back to Odoo when a connection is reset or moved to another client.
Internal and Public ownCloud / Nextcloud URLs
Choose whether Odoo links stay protected inside your cloud or become shareable public links.
Internal links by default
- Odoo can point users to ownCloud or Nextcloud files without exposing them publicly.
- Access is then controlled by the cloud account and permissions configured in your private storage.
- This mode is the safer default for internal document management and regulated teams.
Optional public URLs
- Enable public URLs when external users need cloud links without a private cloud login.
- Use this mode deliberately for workflows where cloud-side sharing is expected.
- Odoo still keeps the document context, folder structure, and file manager navigation.
Ready to evaluate?
Start with a free demo request or purchase in the Odoo Apps Store.
Free personalized demo database. No phone number or credit card required. Free life-time updates and expert support within the major Odoo version.
Configuration and Installation Tips for ownCloud / Nextcloud Odoo Integration Odoo v.19
Configuration and log in
- Turn on the option 'ownCloud/Nextcloud Sync' (cloud Storage > Configuration > Configuration). The optional add-on ownCloud/Nextcloud Odoo Integration is required
- Go to Odoo Cloud Storage > Configuration > Cloud Clients press 'Create'
- As a reference, introduce any name which would be clear to all users
- As a Cloud client, choose 'Nextcloud' or 'ownCloud' depending on the software you are using
- As a Root folder name, enter a title that will be used as the parent directory for all synced folders. For example, 'Odoo' or 'OdooERP'
- Enter your ownCloud/Nextcloud full URL
- Select an ownCloud/Nextcloud user, which has full rights to read, create, write and delete files and folders within a root directory
- Enter the login and password of this user to the fields 'Login' and 'Password'
- Choose whether you would like to apply public or internal URLs (see below)
- Press 'Confirm'. Odoo synchronization is ready to be done
- Apply the newly created cloud client to folder rules and/or manual folders which should be synced to that Nextcloud or ownCloud instance
- Await the sync scheduled job to be started. For testing purposes only: trigger integration manually from Cloud Storage > Configuration > Configuration > the button 'Launch sync'.
Watch also the configuration video
Enter ownCloud/Nextcloud credentials
Frequently Asked Questions about ownCloud / Nextcloud Odoo Integration Odoo v.19
Where would be synced fields stored? Are they duplicated to Odoo and clouds?
The app assumes that the binary content of attachments is kept in Cloud Client instead of the Odoo server. So, such attachments in Odoo become of the URL type, and you may any time access them either from the attachments box or from the Cloud Client.
After the setup, no manual actions are required, as the synchronisation is fully automatic. Just decide which Odoo document types should be synced and set up a related model to sync for each of those (Customers, Sale or Purchase Orders, Tasks, Projects, etc.).
Can I have a few folders for the the same document type? For example, internal projects and customer projects?
Yes, you can. To that goal, prepare a rule for each, and then those apply filters: for example by type of a project.
Try to make filters self-exclusive in order a document can be definitely assigned. For instance, 'customer but not supplier', 'supplier but not customer'. Otherwise, a specific document folder would jump from one model to another.
Is it possible to make synchronisation real-time?
No. We have strong reasons to avoid real time sync:
Performance issues. In case a sync is real time, each file upload will result in the loading screen.
Conflict issues. If 2 users simultaneously change an item, it might lead to unresolved situations. In case of regular jobs we can fix it afterwards, while in case of real time we would need to save it as some queue, and it will be even more misleading for users.
Functionality issues. In particular, renaming and restructuring of items. In the backward sync the tool strictly relies upon directories' logic, and during each sync 100% of items are checked. In case it is done after each update, it will be thousands of requests per second. If not: changes would be lost.
May I change default folders' name in clouds?
You may assign your name for models' directories (sale orders, opportunities, suppliers, etc.) for any document type.
For objects' folders (SO-001, John Smith, etc.), the tool relies upon the Odoo method to construct a display name for this document type. However, you can change that by defining the name expression. The exact syntax for Odoo email templates is used.
May I change frequency of sync jobs?
No, starting from version 15, you should not change scheduled jobs. They are optimized to run every 15 minutes to guarantee the most stable and quick connection.
Ensure that your Odoo server timeouts are set for at least 15 minutes (900 seconds).
If you need to stop sync for a while, do that on a particular cloud client form.
May I sync attachments to a few cloud clients
Yes, starting from version 15, you can set up multiple connections. In this way, it is possible to sync some folders to one cloud client and others - to another.
Take into account that it is not any way possible to sync the same folder for a few cloud storages simultaneously.
We use a special editor in our clouds (e.g. OnlyOffice, Office 365, etc.). Would files be opened in that editor?
Yes, depending on your cloud client configuration.
Do I need only the Cloud Storage Solution app?
Starting from version 15, the app might be used stand-alone to structure attachments in folders and to provide a file manager interface.
However, if your goal is to establish a connection with one of its cloud clients, you would need at least one optional client-related app to be installed.
What happens when I change a folder rule?
When a folder rule changes, the list of folders also changes. So, if a folder no longer matches the conditions of the folder rules - it is removed. If the files have been synced, the reversed sync returns them to Odoo and deletes them from the Cloud Client.
If a document's object doesn't match the conditions of a folder rule, then its folder will not be created. However, if it matches the conditions later, the related folder will be generated.
May I update OwnCloud tags using the connector?
No, the tags are not synchronized. We considered this feature previously, but made a decision not to introduce such a feature due to a number of reasons:
The connector library doesn't support getting or updating OwnCloud tags
Odoo attachments do not have the attribute 'tags' and it is not fully clear when those tags would be assigned to users.
Since the app provides bilateral sync, there might be critical conflicts during sync which would be difficult to resolve.
What are the update policies of your tools?
According to the current Odoo Apps Store policies:
- Every module bought for version 12.0 and prior gives you access to all versions up to 12.0.
- Starting from version 13.0, every module version should be purchased separately.
- Disregarding the version, purchasing a tool grants you a right to all updates and bug fixes within a major version.
Please note that the faOtools team does not control those policies. For all questions, please contact the Odoo Apps Store representatives directly.
How can I install your app on Odoo.sh?
The most straightforward approach is to use the Odoo store's built-in workflow:
1. Open the module's page and click the button Deploy on odoo.sh
2. After that, you will be redirected to the GitHub page. Log in to your account, then click 'Create a new repo' or use an existing one. Please ensure your repository is private. It is not permitted to publish the apps under the OPL-1 license. If necessary, create a new repo for your Odoo.sh project
3. Then, go to odoo.sh and click the Deploy button. In the pop-up window, submit the decision and click 'Continue.' This action will trigger the installation process.
These steps will install the app for your project's production branch. If you want to deploy the apps for other branches or update the module, you should undertake the following actions:
1. Upload the source code for the app from the Odoo store
2. Commit the module to a required GitHub repository. Ensure none of the app folders/files are ignored (i.e., not included in your repo's .gitignore). Repositories are automatically created by odoo.sh and may include some crucial items by default (e.g., /lib). You should upload all module directories, subdirectories, and files without exceptions
3. Deploy a target branch of the odoo.sh project or, if your settings assume that, wait until it is automatically built.
How should I install your app on my own server?
2. Re-start the Odoo server;
3. Turn on developer mode (technical settings);
4. Update the apps' list (the apps' menu);
5. Find the app and push the button 'Activate'/'Install';
6. Follow the guidelines on the app's page if those exist.
I noticed that your app has extra add-ons. May I purchase them afterwards?
Yes, sure. Simultaneously, Odoo automatically adds all dependencies to a cart, so you should exclude previously purchased tools to avoid double payment.
I deployed your app on Odoo.sh and see warning/error in tests
A red/orange warning does not influence the app's features. Regretfully, sometimes our modules do not pass standard automatic tests since the latter assume behaviour that conflicts with our app's goals. For example, we change the price calculation, while the standard Odoo module tests compare the final price to a standard algorithm.
So, first of all, please check the deployed database features. Does everything work correctly?
If you still assume that the warning influences real features, please contact us and forward full installation logs and the full list of deployed modules (including core and third-party ones).
May I buy your app from your company directly?
No, we only distribute the tools through the official Odoo apps store.
I would like to get a discount
Regretfully, we do not have the technical means to provide individual prices.
May I install the app on my Odoo Online (SaaS) database?
No, third-party apps can not be used on Odoo Online. Unfortunately, Odoo SaaS blocks such a possibility.
Your tool has dependencies on other app(s). Should I purchase those?
Yes, our tool requires all modules marked in dependencies to work correctly. The price marked on the app page already includes all necessary dependencies.
What is the price for the module in US Dollars? Why did it change?
The price for our modules is set in euros. The Odoo store converts prices to other currencies according to its internal exchange rate. Thus, the price in US Dollars may change when the exchange rate is updated.
App and website wording in languages other than English is AI-assisted and aligned with official Odoo translations. If you spot a mistake, send a translations-correctness ticket and we will fix it.
Odoo demonstration databases (live previews)
For this app, we might provide a free personalized demo database.
You do not need a phone number or credit card to contact us. You should only pass a short email sign-up, which does not take more than 30 seconds.
By your request, we will prepare an individual live preview database, where you can apply any tests and check assumptions for about two weeks.
Bug reporting
If you encounter bugs or inconsistent behaviour, do not hesitate to contact us. We guarantee to provide fixes within 60 days of purchase and are intensely interested in improving our tools even after this period.
You do not need a phone number or credit card to contact us. You should only pass a short email sign-up, which does not take more than 30 seconds.
Please include as many details as possible in your request: screenshots, Odoo server logs, a full description of how to reproduce your problem, and so on. Usually, it takes a few business days to prepare a working plan for an issue (if a bug is confirmed) or provide you with guidelines on what should be done (otherwise).
Public features requests and module ideas (free development)
We are strongly motivated to improve our tools and would be grateful for any feedback. If your requirements are of public use and might be efficiently implemented, the team will include those in our to-do list.
Such a to-do list is processed regularly and does not assume extra fees. Although we cannot promise deadlines and final design, it might be a good way to get desired features without investments and risks.
You do not need a phone number or credit card to contact us. You should only pass a short email sign-up, which does not take more than 30 seconds.
19.0.1.1.11
- The AI-assisted translations for 25 languages have been introduced.
19.0.1.1.10
- Significantly improved sync performance for large OwnCloud / Nextcloud trees by optimizing parent folder resolution.
19.0.1.19
- The pyocclient Python package is replaced with direct WebDAV requests.
19.0.1.1.8
- The extra layer to check the existing parent has been added.
19.0.1.1.7
- The feature to neutralize cloud clients for backups has been added.
19.0.1.1.6
- The app is published to version 19.
18.0.1.1.6
- The issues with uploading large files to Nextcloud have been fixed.
18.0.1.1.5
- The authentication to ownCloud has been fixed.
- The API method to make backups has been added.
18.0.1.1.4
- The issue with non-selected cloud client is fixed.
18.0.1.1.3
- The app is published to version 18.
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