Bib-Cloud

Keeping your files safe

The library provides its customers online storage via Bib-Cloud. To access Bib-Cloud for free, all you need is your valid library account and your MIA password.

All you need to gain access to this free service are a valid library account and your MIA password. H-BRS staff members have 30 GB, all other customers 15 GB of storage.

Texts, pictures and other data put in the cloud will be stored on library servers. Using your online-ready device (PC, laptop, smartphone or tablet) you can access your data in the Bib-Cloud from anywhere in the world and share them with other library customers.

The library's online storage is based on the Open Source Software Nextcloud. There are desktop applications for Windows, Mac and Linux devices to integrate the Bib-Cloud into the respective operating system. In addition, paid apps are available for iOS and Android devices, which you can find in the respective app stores. More information can be found at https://nextcloud.com/.

Please note:

The library is not liable for loss of data. Please store important data on additional devices (such as laptops, memory sticks). Take also a look at the 3-2-1 back-up strategy.
To use the Nextcloud app and the desktop app, you must enter a server address. The server address of the Bib-Cloud is: https://bib-cloud.bib.hochschule-bonn-rhein-sieg.de

Alternatives to Bib-Cloud

If you are in need of cloud storage to work and manage data as a team, alternatives are available. For example, the Confluence Wiki or the LEA learning platform and the university cloud Sciebo For further information, please follow the links.