Seafile
Open source file sync and sharing platform with custom properties, AI automation, collaborative editing, and enterprise-grade security for teams.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/haiwen/seafile 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 Dropbox.
Replaces 6 paid apps
up to $150/mo ($1,800/yr) in subscriptions
Seafile FAQ
Common questions
Is Seafile free and open source?+
Seafile is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Open source file sync and sharing platform with custom properties, AI automation, collaborative editing, and enterprise-grade security for teams.
What paid software does Seafile replace?+
Seafile serves as a free replacement for 6 paid SaaS applications: Dropbox, Mega, Microsoft OneDrive, Proton Drive, Resilio Sync, Tresorit, saving up to $150/month ($1,800/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Seafile?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/haiwen/seafile 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 Seafile?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Dropbox.