Jirafeau

Jirafeau is a lightweight, self-hosted web application for uploading and sharing files via unique links. It focuses on simplicity and privacy-friendly sharing, with minimal external dependencies and straightforward administration.

Key Features

• Upload files through a simple web interface and share them via generated links
• Optional one-time download links to reduce unintended redistribution
• Expiration controls (time-based and/or download-count based, depending on configuration)
• Optional password protection for shared files
• Basic administration features such as managing uploads and storage settings
• Designed to run with common web stacks without requiring a database

Use Cases

• Share large files with colleagues or clients without using third-party services
• Provide one-off delivery links for sensitive documents
• Run a small internal “dropbox-style” upload portal for a team or organization

Limitations and Considerations

• Feature set is intentionally minimal compared to full sync-and-share platforms
• Storage and retention behavior depends on server configuration and available disk space

Jirafeau is a good fit when you need a small, dependable file-sharing tool that is easy to deploy and operate. Its link-based model and optional one-time downloads make it particularly useful for controlled, temporary file delivery.