020 | Syncthing: Decentralized File Sync — Privacy Without the Cloud

12.06.2025

In the previous article, I covered Nextcloud — a full-featured personal cloud that gives you complete control over your data.
But what if you don’t need the full cloud storage functionality and just want reliable, private, and fast file synchronization between your devices — with no middlemen?
Then meet Syncthing — a unique open-source solution that changes the game.

What is Syncthing and How Does It Work? 🤝

Syncthing is a free and open-source program for decentralized P2P (peer-to-peer) file synchronization.
This means your files are transferred directly between your devices, without any central server acting as an intermediary.