I recently explored home server solutions and set up a file synchronization system using Syncthing. While it’s not a traditional cloud platform, combining it with Tailscale allowed me to create an automated workflow that replaced Dropbox.
Syncthing is a file-synchronization tool that can sync files across devices, but be cautious not to overwrite important files. I configured my remote Proxmox node as an introducer and created a simple automatic file synchronization workflow involving just two devices: my Windows 11 system and Proxmox home server.
As I added more devices to the mix, I realized that creating links between every device would be impractical. Instead, I used Tailscale subnet routers to establish secure connections between my local devices and those paired with external networks. This allowed me to deploy a Tailscale subnet router within an LXC and access services on my home LAN from any device.
I also enabled file versioning for extra protection, creating redundant copies of data in case of accidental edits or overwrites. With Syncthing and Tailscale working together, I’ve created a reliable file synchronization system that protects my precious files and simplifies my workflow.
Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/syncthing-and-tailscale-gave-me-a-private-cloud