Best cloud storage services with CLI for OpenMandriva Lx: (Tutorial)

Introduction

OpenMandriva Lx is a powerful, RPM-based Linux distribution favored by many for its performance and modern toolchain. When it comes to managing cloud storage from the terminal, having a reliable CLI client is essential. In this article, we explore the best cloud storage solutions with first-class CLI support on OpenMandriva Lx, compare key features, show how to set up and use each tool, and address typical issues you may encounter.

Top Cloud Storage Providers for OpenMandriva Lx with CLI

• pCloud
• MEGA
• Proton Drive
• Filen
• Tresorit
• Icedrive
• Dropbox
• Google Drive (via rclone)

Comparison Table

sudo dnf install pcloudcc

sudo dnf install megacmd

sudo dnf install rclone

sudo pip3 install filen-cli

sudo dnf install tresorit

sudo dnf install icedrive

git clone https://github.com/andreafabrizi/Dropbox-Uploader.git

sudo dnf install rclone

How to Use Each Service via CLI

1. pCloud (pcloudcc)

pCloud offers a native FUSE-based CLI daemon called pcloudcc.

sudo dnf install pcloudcc
pcloudcc --setup-email your.email@example.com
pcloudcc --setup-password
# To start the daemon 
pcloudcc --daemonize
# To mount your drive
pcloudcc --mount ~/pcloud

Typical issues: missing FUSE kernel module (install fuse), stale credentials (use --logout then re-login).

2. MEGA (megacmd)

sudo dnf install megacmd
# Login
mega-login your.email@example.com
# List your root directory
mega-ls
# Upload a file
mega-put file.txt /
# Download a folder
mega-get /myfolder ~/Downloads/myfolder

Problem: quota errors if you exceed bandwidth. Verify with mega-whoami and re-authenticate if needed.

3. Proton Drive (via rclone)

sudo dnf install rclone
rclone config
# In the interactive menu:
# 1) New remote
# name> proton
# storage> protondrive
# follow URL to authenticate with Proton credentials
# test it:
rclone ls proton:
# Mount example (requires fuse)
rclone mount proton: ~/ProtonDrive

Common issues: outdated rclone version (ensure > v1.58), missing FUSE (dnf install fuse3).

4. Filen (filen-cli)

sudo pip3 install filen-cli
# Login
filen-cli login
# Upload and download
filen-cli upload ~/Documents/report.pdf
filen-cli download report.pdf ~/Downloads

Problems: Python dependency conflicts use a virtualenv or ensure urllib3 and requests are up to date.

5. Tresorit (tresorit-cli)

sudo dnf install tresorit
# Authenticate
tresorit auth
# Create or sync a Tresor folder
tresorit create MyTresor ~/TresorFolder
tresorit sync MyTresor ~/TresorFolder

Enrollment issues: check network proxy settings or uninstall conflicting Node.js versions if using NPM builds.

6. Icedrive (icedrive-cli)

sudo dnf install icedrive
# Authenticate
icedrive login
# List and sync
icedrive list
icedrive sync ~/Project icedrive:Project

If authentication hangs, run icedrive logout then re-login, or set ICEDRIVE_LOG_LEVEL=debug.

7. Dropbox (Dropbox Uploader)

git clone https://github.com/andreafabrizi/Dropbox-Uploader.git
cd Dropbox-Uploader
./dropbox_uploader.sh
# Follow prompts to authorize
# Upload and download
./dropbox_uploader.sh upload photo.jpg /
./dropbox_uploader.sh download /report.pdf ~/Downloads

Watch for API rate limits upgrade to Dropbox Business if you exceed free quotas.

8. Google Drive (via rclone)

sudo dnf install rclone
rclone config
# choose drive as storage
# authenticate in browser
# test and mount
rclone ls remoteName:
rclone mount remoteName: ~/GoogleDrive

Errors: “token expired” indicates you need to re-run rclone config reconnect remoteName:.

Which One to Choose?

• If you need end-to-end encryption and corporate-grade security: Tresorit or Proton Drive.
• For generous free tiers and fast transfers: MEGA or pCloud.
• For seamless Linux integration and scriptability: rclone-backed services (Proton, Google Drive).
• If lightweight and simple is your goal: Dropbox Uploader or Filen.
• Budget-friendly personal use: Icedrive or pCloud.

Typical Problems and Solutions

• FUSE module missing: sudo dnf install fuse3 and load with sudo modprobe fuse.
• Authentication errors: re-run login commands or remove cached credential files in ~/.config.
• Rate limits: check service dashboards, upgrade plan, or switch to a different provider for critical tasks.
• Conflict with Python/Ruby dependencies: use virtual environments or Docker containers for isolation.
• Mount “permission denied”: add your user to fuse group (sudo usermod -aG fuse USER), then re-login.

Conclusion

OpenMandriva Lx users have a rich selection of cloud storage services accessible directly from the terminal. Whether you prioritize encryption, storage capacity, or integration, there is a CLI solution tailored to your workflow. Use this guide to compare the options, install your chosen client, troubleshoot common issues, and integrate cloud storage seamlessly into your Linux environment.