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File Browser

Web File Browser to manage, upload, and share files inside your own private server.

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LicenseApache-2.0
GitHub stars26.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Web File ManagerFile SharingProductivitySelf HostedVuejsGolang
Overview

Why consider File Browser?

File Browser is an open-source, single-binary file manager for your server. Written in Go and Vue.js, it provides file uploads, video/audio streaming, directory sharing links, and multi-user authentication.

Guided learning

Learn File Browser by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of File Browser

File Browser provides a modern web explorer interface for viewing, editing, and streaming files residing on remote servers.

Running with Docker

bash
1docker run -d \
2 --name filebrowser \
3 -p 8080:80 \
4 -v $(pwd)/srv:/srv \
5 -v $(pwd)/database.db:/etc/database.db \
6 filebrowser/filebrowser:latest

File Browser is licensed under the Apache License Version 2.0.

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File Browser FAQs

File Browser is listed as a Productivity tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

File Browser is listed under the Apache-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

File Browser is listed as an alternative to Dropbox. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.