With Linux operating systems, there is no pre-installed OneDrive; there isnt even an official app.
So, just how do you get your data from OneDrive to your Linux PC?
The answer is a dedicated piece of software: OneDrive Client for Linux, compatible with all major distros.
Why Would You Need OneDrive on Linux?
Linux has an odd relationship with big-name cloud storage services.
But that doesnt mean you shouldnt use OneDrive on Linux.
While it is proprietary and this might upset your open source sensibilities, you may have history with OneDrive.
Getting your data away from Microsofts servers means being able to access it in the first place.
My reason for doing this is straightforward.
After years of paying a monthly subscription for Office 365, Ive finally decided I no longer need it.
(The free storage option is just 5GB.)
One project that is still in development is OneDrive Client for Linux.
This software is available from GitHub and can be installed on pretty much any Linux distribution.
All the steps are provided on the GitHub page to install it in just a few minutes.
With this software installed, you dont get sneaky access to OneDrive.
US Government) and other Office 365 variants, SharePoint and Office 365 libraries, and shared folders.
Start by ensuring your system is fully up to date.
For example, different key and repository commands (based on the version) are required for Ubuntu 22.10.
Installing OneDrive for Linux on Other Distros
As noted, the steps above are for Ubuntu.
However, Arch and Manjaro can use pamac:
The software can also be installed from source.
Learn more on theOneDrive Client for Linuxs GitHub.
How to Sync OneDrive to Linux
OneDrive Client for Linux is by default a command-line tool.
To enable this to occur, you will need to input your credentials.
The OneDrive Client for Linux app will display a link to open in your online window.
Authentication should then be completed.
This is a front-end for OneDrive Client for Linux that provides a mouse- and keyboard-driven interface.
Start by heading to the OneDriveGUI GitHub and downloading the AppImage.
(What is an AppImage file?)
(A version ofOneDriveGUI for Arch Linuxis also available.)
This is a more attractive interface, but the process is the same.
You’re then ready to start using the OneDrive Client for Linux in a more traditional desktop setting.
Meanwhile, if that seems too effort, you’re free to continue using OneDrive with this software.
