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File Drop

Decentralized, Anonymous, and Secure File Sharing

File Sync & Storage ★ 87 stars Easy setup free

File Drop is an open-source, decentralized application for anonymously sharing images, videos, and other files. It uses peer-to-peer protocols and the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) to enable direct, serverless file transfers, enhancing privacy and security.

Strengths

  • Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
  • First-class Docker support for quick deployment
  • One-click install on common self-host platforms
  • Written in Go

Is File Drop secure?

OSV.dev has no published security advisories for File Drop's repository. No known vulnerabilities is not proof of security: it means none have been publicly catalogued.

Source: OSV.dev, checked 2026-10-14. How this is measured.

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SelfHostIndex: 71 · good

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