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Filebrowser

Effortlessly manage files through a web interface.

Technical Profile & Specs

verified 2026-11-04

Cost
$0 / forever (Open Source)
License
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Hosting Model
Self-host (your server)
Platforms
webself-hosteddocker to self-host
Installation
Clone https://github.com/filebrowser/filebrowser or deploy with Docker Compose
Operational Setup
Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
Where Your Data Lives
All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
The Catch / Trade-off
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Google Drive.

Replaces 1 paid app

up to $10/mo ($120/yr) in subscriptions

Filebrowser FAQ

Common questions

Is Filebrowser free and open source?+

Filebrowser is an open-source tool licensed under cm0zfrz5200pu94snwyqzpqx7 that runs on self-host. Effortlessly manage files through a web interface.

What paid software does Filebrowser replace?+

Filebrowser serves as a free replacement for 1 paid SaaS application: Google Drive, saving up to $10/month ($120/year) in subscription bills.

How do you install and set up Filebrowser?+

Installation: Clone https://github.com/filebrowser/filebrowser or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.

What is the catch or trade-off with Filebrowser?+

Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Google Drive.