Directory Lister
PHP web app for browsing and sharing directory contents
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Last commit 11 Aug 2026.
Directory Lister is a lightweight PHP application for exposing the contents of a web-accessible folder through a clean, navigable web interface. It’s designed for quick deployment and simple configuration when you need to browse and share files over HTTP.
Key Features
- Zero-config, drag-and-drop installation for rapid setup
- Light and dark themes
- Customizable sorting for files and folders
- Built-in file search
- File hash display to verify downloads
- README rendering to show contextual information directly in listings
- Download a full directory as a ZIP archive
- Multi-language interface support
Use Cases
- Publish a simple download area for releases, assets, or shared files
- Provide an internal team folder browser for documentation bundles or artifacts
- Host a browsable index for static content on a web server
Limitations and Considerations
- Requires PHP 8.2+ and specific PHP extensions (Zip; DOM and Fileinfo for README rendering)
Directory Lister is a practical choice when you want a polished directory index without building a custom file portal. It focuses on fast setup and user-friendly browsing while adding useful extras like search, hashes, and ZIP downloads.
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