apps:nextcloud
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Nextcloud β Files, Sharing & Sync
Nextcloud is our private family Dropbox. Use it for documents, scans, school files, and anything we donβt want living on someone elseβs cloud.
How to Access
- Log in with your TorresVault username & password (same as other apps).
- If you have trouble logging in, see Login & Accounts (SSO).
First-Time Setup (Phone / Tablet)
Android
- Install βNextcloudβ from the Play Store.
- Server address: https://next.torresvault.com
- Log in with your TorresVault account.
- (Optional) Enable:
- Automatic camera uploads β choose folder: `/Family Photos/<YourName>/Phone`
iOS (iPhone / iPad)
- Install βNextcloudβ from the App Store.
- Server: https://next.torresvault.com
- Log in with your TorresVault account.
- Enable:
- *Auto Upload* for photos (optional, Immich is the primary photo backup)
Where to Put Things
Recommended structure:
- `/Family Vault/Important Documents`
- `/Family Vault/House & Home`
- `/Family Vault/Garden`
- `/Family Vault/Cars`
- `/Family Vault/Manuals & Warranties`
- `/Shared/<PersonName>` β personal shared folder if needed
Common Tasks
Upload a File
- Open Nextcloud in the browser or app.
- Go to the folder where you want the file.
- Click β+β β Upload and choose your file.
Share a File with Family
- Find the file.
- Click Share (icon).
- In the βUsersβ field, type the family memberβs name.
- Choose if they can:
- [x] Read
- [ ] Edit (only if needed)
Share a File with Someone Outside the Family
- Open the file β Share.
- Enable Public link.
- (Optional) Set:
- Expiration date
- Password
Backup & Safety Notes
- The server is backed up regularly as part of TorresVault.
- You still can keep your own copies of critical documents if you want, but Nextcloud is our main βsingle source of truthβ.
Troubleshooting
- Login fails: Check Caps Lock, then see Login & Accounts (SSO).
- Sync is stuck on phone: Toggle airplane mode, reopen the app.
- Out of space: Let Nathan know so we can grow storage.
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