mikochi

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted web file manager with minimalistic design and easy deployment

Overview

mikochi is a lightweight, self-hosted web-based file manager focused on simplicity and privacy. It supports drag-and-drop file uploads, instant previews for images, text files, and PDFs, basic folder management (create, rename, delete), and HTTP Basic Auth for secure access. Deployed via a single Go binary or Docker container with no external dependencies, it’s ideal for personal use or small teams needing a straightforward alternative to heavy cloud-based file managers.

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

Key Features

Minimalist UI with drag-and-drop file uploads
Instant previews for images, text files, and PDFs
Basic HTTP authentication for secure access
Single binary or Docker deployment (no external dependencies)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is mikochi hard to install?

No—mikochi is designed for simplicity. You can deploy it using a Docker container (pull the official image and run with minimal config) or download a single Go binary from GitHub releases and execute it directly with default settings or a simple config file.

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

Yes—if you want full control over your files, mikochi is a great lightweight alternative. It lacks advanced collaboration features but excels at basic file management, uploads, and previews without relying on external cloud providers.

? Is mikochi completely free?

Yes—mikochi is open source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host with no hidden costs or restrictions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category File Transfer - Web-based File Managers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted, no third-party cloud reliance)
⊕ Lightweight and fast performance
⊕ Extremely easy to set up and maintain
⊕ Completely free with no subscription fees

Cons

⊖ Limited advanced features (no multi-user roles or collaboration tools)
⊖ Only basic authentication (no OAuth or multi-factor auth)
⊖ No built-in file encryption (depends on host system security)