Imagine having all the convenience of file sharing like Dropbox or WeTransfer, but without the hefty price tags, pesky limitations, or mysterious privacy policies. That’s YouTransfer for you, the simple but elegant self-hosted file transfer and sharing solution. YouTransfer hands the reins over to you, giving you complete control of your files, all from the cozy confines of your private server. Now, it’s worth a shout-out that YouTransfer is on the lookout for some fresh talent to update packages, merge pull requests, and tackle unresolved issues. So, if you’ve got the chops and the passion, they’re all ears! So what’s YouTransfer’s deal? It’s struttin' its stuff as an alternative to paid services like Dropbox and WeTransfer, but without the usual headaches like limitations and convoluted privacy statements. YouTransfer is engineered to fit snugly behind your firewall, securely parked on your private server. This makes it a perfect pick for individuals and organizations in need of a hassle-free, secure, and controlled file transfer setup. They’ve even got a demo up and running at http://demo.youtransfer.io. It's pretty nifty for a test spin though it’s advised to try running it locally for the full monty. For those who like to roll their sleeves up and dive straight into it, YouTransfer can be swiftly deployed using Docker. It’s as simple as running the following: ``` docker pull remie/youtransfer:stable docker run -d \ -v [path_to_upload_folder]:/opt/youtransfer/uploads \ -v [path_to_config_folder]:/opt/youtransfer/config \ -p 80:5000 \ remie/youtransfer:stable ``` And voila! Just pop open your browser and connect to YouTransfer by heading to http://[docker_host_ip]/. Need more than just the basics? The GitHub Wiki is loaded with extra documentation to guide you through installation and usage practices, ensuring you get the best experience possible. It’s also impossible to mention YouTransfer without giving a high-five to Remie Bolte and all other contributors who have breathed life into this project. And hey, if you contribute, don't forget to put your name down in the hall of fame. As for legal stuff, YouTransfer operates under the Apache License, Version 2.0. But bear in mind, it relies heavily on third-party open-source projects, each with their own legalities. So, make sure to keep tabs on those third-party licenses to stay compliant. Based in Amsterdam and crafted with love, YouTransfer is all about delivering a top-notch, self-hosted file transfer experience—one that you control entirely. It’s a nifty piece of tech that deserves a spot in your homelab, ready to make file sharing seamless and secure.