Filestash is a browser-based file management platform that brings different storage services together behind a common interface. Instead of switching between separate applications for cloud accounts, network shares and remote servers, users can access their data through a familiar file management experience.
The application acts as a bridge between existing storage systems rather than requiring files to be moved into a new storage environment. It can connect to local and remote services using a variety of protocols, making it useful for individuals and organisations working with several storage providers.
Filestash has grown beyond its original role as a Dropbox-like browser application. Its plugin-based architecture supports different methods of authentication, file handling, automation and external integration.
The platform also offers file previews, multimedia playback and sharing facilities, while companion clients and protocol gateways extend access beyond the browser.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Provides a browser-based interface for navigating and managing files across different storage systems.
- Supports SFTP, FTP, FTPS, WebDAV, SMB, NFS, S3 and other storage protocols.
- Connects to services including Dropbox, Google Drive, Backblaze B2 and compatible object storage providers through plugins.
- Allows files and directories to be browsed, uploaded, downloaded, moved, renamed and deleted where permitted.
- Supports shared links with configurable access controls.
- Provides image previews, video playback and audio players.
- Offers optional multimedia transcoding and Chromecast integration.
- Supports previews for documents, source code, archives and specialised file formats through plugins.
- Provides themes inspired by familiar cloud storage and development platforms.
- Offers extensible authentication and authorisation mechanisms, including role-based access control.
- Supports automated file workflows triggered by events and associated actions.
- Provides APIs and storage gateways for integrating external applications.
- Offers Model Context Protocol (MCP) integration for compatible AI agents and automation tools.
- Supports native synchronisation clients through the associated FDrive project.
- Provides runtime plugins for extending the interface and processing capabilities.
- Offers optional file versioning, audit facilities, search extensions and storage quotas.
Website: github.com/mickael-kerjean/filestash
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Developer: Mickael Kerjean
License: GNU Affero General Public License v3.0
Filestash is written in JavaScript and Go. Learn JavaScript with our recommended free books and free tutorials. Learn Go with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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