File Browser provides a file managing interface within a specified directory and it can be used to upload, delete, preview and edit your files. It is a create-your-own-cloud-kind of software where you can just install it on your server, direct it to a path and access your files through a nice web interface.
File Browser is a single binary and can be used as standalone executable. However, it is also available as a Docker image.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Easy login system.
- Sleek interface.
- User management.
- File editing.
- Custom commands.
- Customization.
Website: github.com/filebrowser/filebrowser
Support:
Developer: File Browser Contributors
License: Apache License 2.0
File Browser is written in Go. Learn Go with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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I find generic names like File Browser to be off-putting. The same thing like the GNOME guys do with their programs.
Hi Torin. I agree that generic names such as File Browser, Web Browser, Mail are annoying. Even worse is when a new project uses a name already used by a well established project.