Phylum
Self-hosted file storage with offline-first web and native clients
Phylum is a self-hosted file storage and management platform designed as a straightforward alternative to Google Drive or Dropbox. It focuses on a fast file browser and offline-first web and native clients, aiming to provide core file features without extra suite functionality.
Key Features
- Offline-first clients designed to work with unreliable or no internet connections
- Selective sync and fast file browsing/management
- Users and permissions for multi-user environments
- File version history
- Public sharing of files and folders
- WebDAV access for broad client compatibility
- Pluggable authentication backends (including LDAP and OIDC)
- Remote storage backends support
Use Cases
- Private cloud drive for individuals, families, or small teams
- File access and sync for mobile/remote workflows with spotty connectivity
- Central file repository with external authentication and WebDAV client support
Limitations and Considerations
- Native clients are not yet built/tested on macOS, iOS, and Windows
- Some advanced administration tasks may require using the CLI
Phylum is best suited for users who want to own their data and run a focused, fully featured file storage service. It emphasizes reliability, offline-capable clients, and practical interoperability features like WebDAV and standard authentication integrations.
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