Gossa

Gossa is a minimal, dependency-free web file server that serves a local directory over HTTP with a very fast, simple interface. It focuses on straightforward file browsing and lightweight media handling while keeping the codebase easy to audit.

Key Features

• File and directory browser with basic handlers for common file types
• Drag-and-drop uploads through the web UI
• Built-in media viewing, including video streaming, image browsing, and PDF viewing
• Simple in-browser note editor
• Keyboard navigation and shortcut help overlay
• Multi-account setups via reverse proxies; supports read-only mode
• Designed to be PWA-capable for mobile-friendly access
• Reproducible builds and high automated test coverage

Use Cases

• Quick personal or homelab file sharing from a NAS or server directory
• Lightweight media access (videos, photos, PDFs) on a local network
• Simple “dropbox-like” upload endpoint behind a reverse proxy

Limitations and Considerations

• HTTPS and authentication are intentionally not built in and are expected to be handled by a reverse proxy/middleware

Gossa is a good fit when you want an extremely small, fast file server with a usable UI and basic media capabilities. It prioritizes simplicity, performance, and auditability over being a full-featured cloud storage suite.