Gossa

Self-Hosted

Lightweight no-dependency web-based file manager for self-hosting

Overview

Gossa is a minimal, self-hosted web file manager with zero dependencies—distributed as a single binary. It lets users browse, upload, download, and manage files via a responsive web interface. Supports basic authentication for security, mobile-friendly design, and customizable settings via command-line flags. Deployment is trivial: just run the binary, point it to your target directory, and expose the port. Ideal for personal use or small teams needing a simple, privacy-focused alternative to cloud storage tools.

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

Key Features

Single binary deployment (no dependencies)
Responsive web interface for mobile and desktop
Basic authentication and core file management tools

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Gossa hard to install?

No—Gossa is distributed as a single binary with no dependencies. Download the binary for your OS, run it with a command like `./gossa -h 0.0.0.0 -p 8080 ./my-files`, and expose the port. That’s all!

? Is Gossa a good alternative to Google Drive for personal use?

Yes—for personal file storage and sharing, Gossa is a great choice. It lets you control your data (self-hosted) and is easy to use. However, it lacks advanced features like real-time collaboration or integrated office apps that Google Drive offers.

? Is Gossa completely free?

Yes—Gossa is open source under the MIT License. It’s completely free to use, modify, and distribute with no hidden costs or paid tiers.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category File Transfer - Web-based File Managers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Extremely lightweight (minimal CPU/RAM usage)
⊕ Zero setup complexity—just run the binary
⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted, no external data sharing)

Cons

⊖ Lacks advanced features like user roles or version control
⊖ Only supports basic authentication (no OAuth)
⊖ Not optimized for large-scale enterprise workflows