ByteStash

Self-Hosted

Lightweight, self-hosted pastebin with end-to-end encryption

Overview

ByteStash is an open-source pastebin tool built for secure, private text sharing. It supports end-to-end encryption for sensitive pastes, syntax highlighting for code snippets, custom expiration times (by views or duration), and password protection. Deployable via Docker for one-click setup or manual installation on Linux servers. Features a minimal UI for fast usage, markdown support, and options to store pastes permanently or temporarily. Ideal for developers, teams, or anyone needing control over their shared text data without relying on third-party SaaS platforms.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  byte_stash:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: byte-stash
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

End-to-end encryption for private pastes
Syntax highlighting for code snippets
Custom expiration rules (time/views)
Docker deployment for quick setup
Password-protected paste access

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is ByteStash hard to install?

ByteStash is easy to install with Docker—pull the official image and run it with a single command. Manual installation needs a Python environment and SQLite/PostgreSQL setup, which is manageable for users with basic server experience.

? Is it a good alternative to Pastebin.com?

Yes! ByteStash offers core paste features plus self-hosted privacy and end-to-end encryption (missing in Pastebin’s free tier). It’s perfect if you want to avoid third-party data risks while sharing text/code.

? Is it completely free?

ByteStash is 100% open-source and free. All features are available without any premium tiers—you only need a server to host it.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Pastebins

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
⊕ No subscription or hidden costs
⊕ Lightweight and fast performance
⊕ Supports markdown and code formatting

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge
⊖ No official mobile app (web-only interface)
⊖ Limited collaboration features compared to SaaS tools