FileRun: Access your files anywhere through self-hosted

FileRun: Access your files anywhere through self-hosted

FileRun is a self-hosted file management and file transfer and sync tool. Access your files anywhere through self-hosted secure cloud storage.

Why self-host FileRun

The case for running FileRun at home is straightforward: you get the full feature set, no subscription cost, and no data sitting on someone else’s server.

What it does

FileRun falls into the File Management, File Transfer and Sync, Cloud Storage category of self-hosted software. It is designed to be deployed on your own infrastructure, whether that is a home server, a VPS, or a local machine running Docker.

Deployment

Like most modern self-hosted apps, FileRun supports Docker. A single compose file handles the deployment in most cases.

Alternatives

If FileRun does not fit your needs, common alternatives include Box, Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive, iCloud, Mega. The self-hosted versions of these tools often differ in resource requirements and feature focus, so it is worth testing the one that matches your workload.

Maturity

The current release is N/A. The project has moved past early development and tends to ship stable, documented releases.

License

It uses the Proprietary license.

For anyone already running a home server, FileRun is a natural addition. It handles file management and file transfer and sync without requiring a paid subscription or an account with a third party.