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MeshHold

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Spec score 8.0 #17 of 30 in Secure Cloud Storage

What it is

MeshHold is a decentralized private cloud and mesh network that runs as a single Go binary, with self-hosted deployment and data kept on user-owned hardware. Its distributed storage replicates files, keeps versions, supports lazy deletion, and exposes an S3-compatible API. The mesh provides multi-hop routing, system VPN access, and forward or reverse TCP and UDP tunnels. People on different nodes can co-edit OpenDocument text files and spreadsheets, including across a local network without internet access. Integrations described by the maker include Nextcloud, Immich, Mastodon, and PeerTube, plus federated sharing with Nextcloud and ownCloud through Open Cloud Mesh. MeshHold can provide remote access to Claude Code, OpenCode, and Gemini CLI, with per-instance state and MCP approval. The maker describes three encryption layers, service-specific content keys, and forward secrecy for Noise handshakes. Community Edition costs nothing, with no artificial limits on nodes, users, vaults, or replication factor. It runs on Android, Linux, Windows, and the web, with API and self-hosted options.

Spec sheet

Product
MeshHold is a decentralized, self-hosted private cloud and mesh network delivered as a single Go binary.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Audience
The maker describes MeshHold as intended for people running their own machines and organizations needing to keep data in a chosen jurisdiction or location.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Platforms
The FAQ lists Linux, Windows, Android, Docker, and Raspberry Pi; macOS and iOS apps are described as under consideration.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Integrations
The site describes S3 integrations with apps including Nextcloud, Immich, Mastodon, and PeerTube, plus federated sharing with Nextcloud and ownCloud through Open Cloud Mesh.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Support
Community support is available through a public forum, while the maker says the project is maintained by one person and has no support rota or 24/7 line.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Headquarters
Novi Sad, SerbiaRead 28 Sep 2026 · meshhold.com
AI agents
MeshHold supports remote access to Claude Code, OpenCode, and Gemini CLI, with per-instance state and MCP tool approval.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Business tier
The Business tier is presented as coming soon and adds multi-user identity, RBAC, audit logging, directory integration, fleet management, and contracted support.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Collaboration
Users can co-edit OpenDocument text files and spreadsheets across nodes, including on a LAN without internet access.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Data handling
MeshHold says data stays on user-owned hardware and that its default install has no telemetry or analytics; two switchable requests to meshhold.com are described.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Encryption
The maker describes three encryption layers, separate content keys by service, and forward secrecy for Noise handshakes.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Security limits
The maker states that MeshHold has no external security audit, no signed releases, and no ISO 27001, SOC 2, or DORA attestation.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Storage
It provides distributed storage with replication, file versioning, lazy deletion, and an S3-compatible API.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
VPN and tunnels
The mesh supports multi-hop routing, system VPN access, and forward and reverse TCP and UDP tunnels.Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com

Plans and prices

Community Edition Free No artificial limits on nodes, users, vaults, or replication factor · full feature set Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com
Business tier Priced on request Coming soon · enterprise modules and support contract · join waitlist Read 7 Oct 2026 · meshhold.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free Community Edition with no artificial limits
  • Distributed storage includes replication and file versioning
  • Supports multi-hop routing and VPN access
  • Co-edit documents across nodes without internet
  • Runs on Android, Linux, Windows, and web

Limits

  • No external security audit is stated
  • Releases are not signed
  • No 24/7 support line or rota

Who it suits

It suits people who run their own machines and organizations that need data kept in a chosen jurisdiction or location. It also fits users seeking collaborative storage, mesh networking, or remote AI-agent access.

Verdict

MeshHold combines self-hosted storage, networking, collaboration, and remote agent access in one free package. Its stated security and support limitations matter for organizations requiring formal assurance or continuous assistance.

Where Specifiction places it

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