S3-Box is a lightweight desktop client for managing S3-compatible object storage. It provides a graphical interface for working with services including AWS S3 and MinIO, and can manage multiple storage connections from the same application.
The application combines a file explorer with a built-in text editor. It also offers a read-only mode for critical buckets and a recovery mechanism for interrupted or failed rename operations.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Connect to multiple S3 buckets and providers and switch between them easily.
- Browse object storage with an integrated file explorer.
- Edit text files directly within the application.
- Protect critical buckets with a read-only mode.
- Rename files and directories with recovery for interrupted or failed operations.
- Cross-platform support – runs under Linux and Windows.
Website: github.com/thomas-marquis/s3-box
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Developer: Thomas Marquis
License: MIT License
S3-Box is written in Go. Learn Go with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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