RaspiCloud – A Smart Personal Cloud Storage using Raspberry Pi 5
Welcome to our official project demonstration of RaspiCloud, an innovative, secure, and cost-effective personal cloud storage solution. In this video, we show how a simple external hard disk is converted into a globally accessible private cloud using Raspberry Pi 5, open-source platforms, and secure peer-to-peer networking.
This project is developed by Sivaraman S, Roopan Kumar N, Verandhar G, and Vignesh R, proudly representing the team Pioneers from the Electronics and Communication Department, under the guidance of Mr. Franklin Telfer.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: Overview of the project concept and team
00:30 - Setup and Configuration: Mounting the hard disk to Raspberry Pi
01:18 - Nextcloud & MariaDB Setup: Installing and configuring the frontend and backend
03:04 - Tailscale setup: Enabling global access to private cloud
04:07 - Demo in Action: Real-time working of RaspiCloud
04:35 - Cost Benefits: One-time investment with no subscription
05:03 - Uniqueness & Future Scope: Scalability
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💡 Key Features of RaspiCloud:
💾 Converts old storage into cloud-accessible media
🔐 Fully secure and private – data stays with you
🌍 Global access via Tailscale Funnel
🌱 Environment-friendly by reducing e-waste
🧩 Modular design – scalable for startups, freelancers, and students
💰 Budget-friendly – a one-time cost system
🚀 Future Expansion:
We aim to scale this as a plug-and-play product with pre-installed software. The user simply connects their hard drive and gains access to a secure personal cloud—no technical setup required!