myDrive
Self-hosted cloud file storage and sharing server
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myDrive is an open source cloud file storage server that provides a Google Drive-like experience in a web browser. It stores file and folder metadata in MongoDB and can store file chunks in different backends such as the local filesystem or Amazon S3-compatible storage.
Key Features
- Upload and download files and folders (folder downloads exported as ZIP)
- File sharing features for distributing content
- Photo and video viewing with a media gallery
- Generated photo and video thumbnails (video thumbnails optional)
- Progressive Web App (PWA) support with a service worker
- AES-256 encryption for stored data
- User authentication with JWT access and refresh tokens
- Email verification support
- Docker and Docker Compose deployment options
Use Cases
- Personal or family cloud drive to store and access files from a browser
- Small team file sharing with a simple web-based UI
- Media-focused storage for photos and videos with thumbnail previews
Limitations and Considerations
- Video streaming may be unreliable in some browsers (notably Safari)
- Folder uploads can fail on complex folder structures
- Video thumbnail generation may require temporary local storage and can fail depending on configuration
myDrive is a practical option for running a lightweight, Drive-style file manager with media browsing and sharing. Its pluggable storage backends and container-friendly deployment make it suitable for homelabs and small deployments.
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