Tiny File Manager vs Tracim
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Tiny File Manager
Single-file PHP file manager and browser
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Tracim
Collaborative platform intended for team collaboration
| Feature | Tiny File Manager | Tracim |
|---|---|---|
| Category | File Sync & Storage | Office Suites |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0-or-later,LGPL-3.0-or-later,CC-BY-SA-2.5,MIT |
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 50 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, docker | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 5,959 | ★ 274 |
| First released | 2016 | 2023 |
| Replaces | Google Drive | Dropbox, Google Drive, Slack |
Why pick each one
Choose Tiny File Manager if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 6k GitHub stars
Choose Tracim if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0-or-later,LGPL-3.0-or-later,CC-BY-SA-2.5,MIT license
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 50 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Tiny File Manager or Tracim better?
Tiny File Manager is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Tracim if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Tiny File Manager and Tracim free and open-source?
Yes. Tiny File Manager is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Tracim under AGPL-3.0-or-later,LGPL-3.0-or-later,CC-BY-SA-2.5,MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Tiny File Manager and Tracim with Docker?
Tiny File Manager: yes. Tracim: check the project docs for container support.