Free and open source web file manager
Filestash
Self-hosted client to browse and share data wherever it lives
About Filestash
Filestash is a self-hosted web file manager that lets you browse, organize and share files across FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Git, S3, Minio, Dropbox and Google Drive through one interface. It adds gateways exposing data over standard protocols, a workflow engine, over 150 plugins, SSO integration and granular authorization. It suits teams that want a single, malleable front end over scattered existing storage.
Filestash website preview
Live preview of filestash.app via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.
Filestash: strengths & things to check
Strengths
- Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
- Covers file manager, self hosted, s3, webdav, 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.
Filestash 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 | filestash.app |
Filestash 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 manager, self hosted, s3, webdav, open source
- Official site: filestash.app
Filestash FAQ
How much does Filestash 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 (filestash.app).
What is Filestash used for?
Self-hosted client to browse and share data wherever it lives Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: file manager, self hosted, s3, webdav, open source.
Where can I try Filestash?
On its official site, filestash.app — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.
Filestash vs alternatives
| Filestash | FileGator | Safebucket | AdGuard Home | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 manager, self hosted, s3, webdav, open source | file manager, self hosted, open source | file sharing, s3, self hosted, open source, sso | ad blocking, dns, privacy, self hosted, open source |
| Official site | filestash.app | filegator.io | docs.safebucket.io | adguard.com |
| 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 Filestash, it includes Crafty Controller, GameAP, LinuxGSM, PufferPanel.
Alternatives to Filestash
Tools in the same Utilities & Security category that share focus areas with Filestash — worth comparing before you commit:
Open-source file sharing where files never touch your server
Network-wide software for blocking ads and trackers
Open-source personal flight tracker for mapping your travel history
Password manager with built-in email aliases
Open-source bookmarks manager, image upload and shortlink service
More in Utilities & Security
Comparing tools in the Utilities & Security category? These related listings are worth a look: Crafty Controller — Free, open-source Minecraft server launcher and management panel; GameAP — Free open-source game server management panel for Windows and Linux; LinuxGSM — Command-line tool for deploying and managing Linux game servers.
Free, open-source Minecraft server launcher and management panel
Free open-source game server management panel for Windows and Linux
Command-line tool for deploying and managing Linux game servers
Open-source game server management panel, easy to use and install
Free personal health record that unifies your patient portal data
Private location history timeline, an open-source Google Timeline alternative