Self-hosted alternatives to WeTransfer
Send large files via link, hosted by you. Below are 12 open source options you host on your own server — with no monthly per-user fee and full control of your data.
transfer.sh
★ 15,856Easy file sharing from the command line.
OnionShare
★ 6,996Securely and anonymously share a file of any size.
Zipline
★ 3,234A lightweight, fast and reliable file sharing server that is commonly used with ShareX, offering a react-based Web UI and fast API.
PicoShare
★ 2,953Minimalist, easy-to-host service for sharing images and other files.
Yopass
★ 2,868Secure sharing of secrets, passwords and files.
Gokapi
★ 2,777Lightweight server to share files, which expire after a set amount of downloads or days. Similar to the discontinued Firefox Send, with the difference that only the admin is allowed to upload files.
Chibisafe
★ 2,716File uploader service that aims to to be easy to use and set up. It accepts files, photos, documents, anything you imagine and gives you back a shareable link for you to send to others.
Enclosed
★ 2,022Minimalistic web application designed for sending private and secure notes.
ProjectSend
★ 1,918Upload files and assign them to specific clients you create. Give access to those files to your clients.
PsiTransfer
★ 1,901Simple file sharing solution with robust up-/download-resume and password protection.
Plik
★ 1,784Scalable and friendly temporary file upload system.
Slink
★ 1,548Image sharing platform designed to give users complete control over their media sharing experience.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free self-hosted alternative to WeTransfer?
Yes. We've gathered 12 self-hosted, open source alternatives to WeTransfer — including transfer.sh, OnionShare, Zipline. You run all of them on your own server.
What is the best open source alternative to WeTransfer?
transfer.sh is one of the most popular (15,856 GitHub stars). The "best" depends on your case — compare the options below.
Do I need a server to replace WeTransfer?
Yes. You can use a home server (homelab) or a cheap VPS (from ~€4/mo). See the hosting suggestions on this page.