Plik

Plik is a scalable temporary file upload and sharing service, similar to WeTransfer, designed for quick uploads and controlled file distribution. It provides a web interface, a command-line client, and an HTTP API, with flexible storage and metadata backends.

Key Features

• Web UI for uploading and sharing files
• Cross-platform CLI client for scripted and terminal-based uploads
• HTTP API for managing uploads and downloading files
• Multiple data backends (local filesystem, S3-compatible object storage, OpenStack Swift, Google Cloud Storage)
• Multiple metadata backends (SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Expiration controls (custom TTL), OneShot downloads, streaming mode, and uploader-controlled removal
• Optional protection features such as Basic Auth, upload tokens, and source IP restrictions
• Admin CLI and admin web UI for user and upload management

Use Cases

• Share large files with time-limited download links
• Provide a simple internal “drop” service for teams and automation scripts
• Create controlled one-time or stream-only transfers for sensitive handoffs

Limitations and Considerations

• Security headers may prevent browser rendering of certain content (for example PDF/audio/video) unless adjusted in configuration
• Built-in third-party authentication options depend on external providers (for example Google)

Plik fits well for organizations that need a lightweight, self-managed file sharing portal with strong operational flexibility. Its combination of UI, CLI, and API makes it suitable for both end users and automated workflows.