bwSync&Share is a cloud storage such as Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft Onedrive, only that it is a state service operated by the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).
With bwSync&Share you can access your files from everywhere and also share files with others.
Features
Costs
Free of charge for students and employees (costs are financed by central funds)
Memory space
50GB
File access
Store files in the cloud
Access from anywhere
Automatic directory synchronization between the cloud and all your devices
Use in the browser or with the app: Windows, Mac, Linux, IOS, and Android
Office files
Office files (Word, Excel and Powerpoint) can be edited together online via OnlyOffice.
Share files by invitation
Files and directories can be shared with others by invitation
External users can be invited by University members via email
Share files by download link
Links to download files or directories can be sent by email (also to external parties)
Links can be password protected
Links can also be deleted again
Storage location
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
They are therefore subject to German data protection laws.
You are permitted to store personal data in bwSync&Share. However, it is the user's responsibility to ensure that no sensitive personal data within the meaning of Art. 9 of the General Data Protection Regulation, data with illegal content, or data that violates the copyright or property rights of third parties are stored.
Deprovisioning plan
Deletion of the data of users of the participating institutions after deactivation of the Hohenheim user account (e.g., by leaving, exmatriculation) on the part of the provider.
Shared directories and files during deprovisioning
Ownership of shared files and directories must be transferred to another active user before deactivating the Hohenheim user account.
Technical equipment
Software
bwSync&Share can be used directly in your browser or via app (Windows, Mac, IOS, and Android). File synchronization works only via app.
bwSync&Share is based on the cloud technology of nextcloud
Legacy system Powerfolder
On 1 April 2020, the cloud technology Powerfolder was replaced by nextcloud. Until 30 April 2020, the previous Powerfolder instance will be available in read-only mode at this address:
When you log in for the first time, a Nextcloud account is automatically created for you after you have agreed to the terms of use. The account can be used immediately.
Use with Windows, Mac, and Linux
On Windows, Mac, and Linux, you can also install a browser-independent app that lets you synchronize local directories with the cloud and other devices:
Browser opens, please log in and allow the app access Button [ Verbinden (Connect) ]
Use on mobile devices
On IOS and Android, you can also install a browser-independent app that allows you to access your cloud storage more easily than through the web interface:
