PictShare

Self-Hosted

Open-source image/file hosting with single-click & drag-n-drop uploads

Overview

PictShare is an open-source, self-hosted solution for easy file/image sharing. It supports drag-n-drop, single-click uploads, and API access for automated transfers. Features include auto-resizing, encryption options, custom URLs, and expiration links. Deployable via Docker or traditional PHP/NGINX stacks, it has minimal dependencies and lets users keep data private. Ideal for personal or small team use to share files without relying on third-party services like Imgur or 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:
  pictshare:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: pictshare
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Drag-n-drop & single-click file/image uploads
Self-hostable via Docker or LAMP/LEMP stack
Auto-resizing, expiration links, and encryption options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is PictShare hard to install?

No—PictShare offers easy deployment options. You can use Docker with a single command, or set it up on a LAMP/LEMP stack (PHP 7.4+ required). The GitHub repo provides step-by-step instructions for both methods, accessible to users with basic server experience.

? Is it a good alternative to Imgur?

Yes—PictShare is a great self-hosted alternative to Imgur. It supports core features like easy uploads and sharing links, but with full data control. However, it lacks Imgur's social features like comments or community upvotes.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—PictShare is open-source under the MIT License. It’s free to download, modify, and self-host without any subscription fees or paid tiers.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

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

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (data stays on your server)
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Simple deployment with Docker support

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge
⊖ Lacks advanced social/team collaboration features
⊖ No native mobile application