Real-time Document Editing on VPS with OnlyOffice or Collabora Online

Why Real-time Collaboration on Your VPS?

If you run Nextcloud on your VPS, you already have control over your data. But true productivity unfolds when you can work on documents in real time with your team. With OnlyOffice or Collabora Online, you integrate powerful office functions directly into Nextcloud – without compromising on privacy or performance.

OnlyOffice vs. Collabora Online: A Comparison

OnlyOffice

OnlyOffice offers a modern interface with comprehensive editing capabilities for text documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. It supports real-time collaboration, versioning, and seamless integration into Nextcloud. Especially for teams that appreciate a Microsoft Office-like environment, OnlyOffice is an ideal choice.

Collabora Online

Collabora Online is based on LibreOffice and is a proven open-source solution. It scores with high compatibility with office formats and ease of use. The integration into Nextcloud is stable and also enables real-time editing. For users who value a fully open-source solution, Collabora is the first choice.

Installation on Your VPS

For the installation of both solutions on your VPS, there are Docker containers that simplify the process. We show you the basic steps:

• OnlyOffice: Use the official Docker image (onlyoffice/documentserver) and configure it via the Nextcloud app "OnlyOffice".
• Collabora Online: Set up the Collabora CODE Server with Docker (collabora/code) and connect it via the Nextcloud app "Collabora Online".

Make sure your VPS has enough RAM and CPU – for both services we recommend at least 2 GB RAM.

Configuration and Tips

After installation, you need to activate the corresponding apps in Nextcloud and enter the server URLs. Make sure your VPS has a valid SSL certificate, as OnlyOffice and Collabora require it. Test the connection with a sample document.

An important tip: For optimal performance, you should limit the number of simultaneous editors per document and perform regular updates. This keeps your collaboration smooth and secure.

Conclusion

With OnlyOffice or Collabora Online, you turn your VPS into a productive collaboration platform. Both solutions are powerful and privacy-compliant. If you don't have a VPS yet, check out our VPS offers – ideal for your Nextcloud environment. For domain and web hosting, we also have suitable solutions.