Elixire

Self-Hosted

Open-source single-click & drag-n-drop file transfer tool

Overview

Elixire is a self-hosted file transfer solution focused on simplicity, enabling quick single-click and drag-n-drop uploads. It supports temporary, password-protected links with custom expiration times, auto-deletion of expired files, and large file size handling. Deployable via Docker for easy setup, it integrates with local storage or S3-compatible clouds. Ideal for private file sharing, it keeps data in your control as an alternative to public services like WeTransfer.

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:
  elixire:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: elixire
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Single-click & drag-n-drop uploads
Password-protected temporary links
Docker-powered quick deployment
Auto-expiration & file deletion
Local/S3-compatible storage support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Elixire hard to install?

No—Elixire uses Docker Compose for setup, which handles all dependencies. A simple config file lets you customize storage paths, ports, and expiration rules, making deployment quick even for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to WeTransfer?

Yes—Elixire offers similar single-click/drag-drop uploads and temporary links but keeps your data private (self-hosted) instead of relying on third-party servers. It also adds password protection and custom expiration times not always available in free WeTransfer plans.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Elixire is open-source under the MIT License. You can self-host, modify, and use it without any cost; core features like uploads, links, and expiration are all free.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category File Transfer - Single-click & Drag-n-drop Upload

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Intuitive UI with real-time progress
⊕ Flexible storage options

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server knowledge for hosting
⊖ No native mobile app (web-only)
⊖ Limited advanced collaboration features