nextcloud-cli-activity

Access Nextcloud account activity via nxc CLI and output JSON.

Updated Apr 10, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/NicholaiVogel/Nextcloud-CLI --skill nextcloud-cli-activity
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Skill: nextcloud-cli-activity
Source: https://github.com/NicholaiVogel/Nextcloud-CLI/tree/main/skills/nextcloud-cli-activity
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NicholaiVogel/Nextcloud-CLI --skill nextcloud-cli-activity

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to monitor recent account activity on Nextcloud, providing a safe read-only audit context and optional Activity app validation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read Recent Activity: Access the latest account activity with options to limit the number of entries and format the output as JSON.
  • Activity App Validation: Verify the presence and functionality of the Activity app on Nextcloud.
  • Use Case: For instance, use this Skill to get a summary of recent file changes, shares, and calendar events for a quick health check on your Nextcloud account.

Quick Start

Use the nextcloud-cli-activity skill to retrieve the most recent 20 activity entries from your Nextcloud account in JSON format.

Frequently Asked Questions about nextcloud-cli-activity

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I monitor Nextcloud account activity and output the results as JSON?

You can monitor Nextcloud account activity by accessing the Activity feed with the nxc CLI, which retrieves recent account events and formats the output as JSON for automated checks.

What is the best way to automate auditing of recent Nextcloud file changes and shares?

Automating an audit trail of Nextcloud file changes and shares is best achieved by retrieving the Activity feed via nxc CLI, which provides a read-only JSON output of recent account activity.

Do I need the nxc CLI installed to retrieve my Nextcloud activity feed?

Yes, retrieving your Nextcloud activity feed requires a valid Nextcloud account and the nxc CLI installed locally to access the feed and generate JSON output.

Can I limit the number of Nextcloud activity entries returned in the JSON output?

Yes, you can limit the number of Nextcloud activity entries returned by specifying a limit when running the nxc CLI command, allowing you to retrieve only the most recent account events.

Does this approach verify the presence and functionality of the Nextcloud Activity app?

Yes, this approach includes Activity app validation to verify the presence and functionality of the Nextcloud Activity app before safely reading recent account activity.

When do I need JSON output for monitoring Nextcloud account activity?

You need JSON output for monitoring Nextcloud account activity when building automated checks, generating audit trails, or integrating recent file and calendar events into external monitoring systems.