UpSnap – self-hosted wake-on-LAN web application

UpSnap is a self-hosted Wake-on-LAN application that provides a browser-based dashboard for managing computers and other devices on a local network.

It combines a web interface with a Go backend and PocketBase. Devices can be stored centrally and woken without repeatedly entering their MAC addresses. It is particularly suited to home labs and small networks where several machines need to be managed from one interface.

UpSnap goes beyond simply transmitting magic packets. It can monitor machines, automate wake events and discover devices on the network. Access can also be controlled for different users, making the application useful when the dashboard is shared.

This is free and open source software.

Key Features

• Wake configured devices with a single action from the dashboard.
• Schedule automated actions using cron expressions.
• Check device availability by pinging a configurable port.
• Discover devices on the local network using Nmap.
• Track a device’s IP address with periodic ARP scans.
• Use hostnames as well as addresses when identifying systems.
• Run custom commands to shut down configured devices.
• Manage users and control access to individual devices.
• Provides a superuser logging interface for reviewing activity.
• Supports multiple interface languages and a wide selection of themes.
• Provides configuration options for networks containing devices on different subnets.
• Can be deployed as a standalone application or in a container.

Website: github.com/seriousm4x/upsnap
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Developer: seriousm4x
License: MIT License

UpSnap is written in Go. Learn Go with our recommended free books and free tutorials.

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