Enclosed

Self-Hosted

Open-source drag-and-drop file transfer for self-hosted privacy

Overview

Enclosed is a lightweight self-hosted file transfer tool built for simplicity—supporting single-click and drag-n-drop uploads with instant shareable links. It prioritizes user control by keeping files on your server, eliminating third-party intermediaries. Deploy via Docker for one-command setup or use binary releases for bare-metal installs. Features include customizable link expiration, password protection for files, and a clean UI. Ideal for users wanting secure, private transfers without relying on cloud 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:
  enclosed:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: enclosed
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Drag-n-drop & single-click file uploads
Password-protected shareable links
Customizable link expiration times
Docker & binary deployment options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Enclosed hard to install?

No—Enclosed offers Docker images for one-command setup, making it accessible for beginners. Binary releases are also available for direct installation on Linux, macOS, or Windows servers.

? Is it a good alternative to WeTransfer?

Yes—Enclosed provides similar drag-and-drop ease but keeps files on your server, ensuring full privacy and control. It lacks some of WeTransfer’s branding features but is free and self-hosted.

? Is Enclosed completely free?

Yes—Enclosed is open-source software under the MIT license, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any hidden costs or subscriptions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

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

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (no third-party data storage)
⊕ Free and open-source (MIT license)
⊕ Lightweight resource usage
⊕ Intuitive UI for quick transfers

Cons

⊖ Limited advanced features (e.g., no large file chunking)
⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge
⊖ No built-in CDN for global file access speed