Open-source client portal for private file sharing
Chibisafe
Beautiful, performant self-hosted vault for uploading and sharing files
About Chibisafe
Chibisafe is a modern, self-hosted file uploading service that accepts files, photos and documents and returns shareable links. Its robust, fast API supports chunked uploads for large files, and the interface is designed to be easy to set up and pleasant to use. It suits individuals and small teams who want their own private file-sharing service instead of relying on third-party upload sites.
Chibisafe website preview
Live preview of chibisafe.app via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.
Chibisafe: strengths & things to check
Strengths
- Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
- Covers file upload, file sharing, self hosted, open source — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
- Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.
Things to check
- Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
- Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
- It is one of 879 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.
Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.
Chibisafe pricing
| Pricing model | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
|---|---|
| Free access | Yes — fully free |
| Current plan prices | Listed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale. |
| Official site | chibisafe.app |
Chibisafe key facts
- Category: Utilities & Security
- Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
- Focus areas: file upload, file sharing, self hosted, open source
- Official site: chibisafe.app
Chibisafe FAQ
How much does Chibisafe cost?
Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (chibisafe.app).
What is Chibisafe used for?
Beautiful, performant self-hosted vault for uploading and sharing files Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: file upload, file sharing, self hosted, open source.
Where can I try Chibisafe?
On its official site, chibisafe.app — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.
Chibisafe vs alternatives
| Chibisafe | ProjectSend | Safebucket | XBackBone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
| Focus areas | file upload, file sharing, self hosted, open source | file sharing, client portal, self hosted, open source | file sharing, s3, self hosted, open source, sso | file sharing, self hosted, sharex, open source |
| Official site | chibisafe.app | projectsend.org | docs.safebucket.io | xbackbone.app |
| Directory status | Listed | Listed | Listed | Listed |
Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.
About the Utilities & Security category
Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 879 tools. Alongside Chibisafe, it includes Safebucket, Filestash, Crafty Controller, GameAP.
Alternatives to Chibisafe
Tools in the same Utilities & Security category that share focus areas with Chibisafe — worth comparing before you commit:
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More in Utilities & Security
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