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FileDrop is a self-hosted, end-to-end encrypted, peer-to-peer file transfer platform built on React and Node.js. It supports both file and text transfers and features a minimalist user interface. The post provides a Docker Compose configuration for easy setup and explains that files are relayed directly between devices without being stored on the server. Coturn is used as the TURN server for relaying data when direct peer-to-peer connection is not possible.

FileDrop: Self Hosted WebRTC File Transfer with Chat

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FilePizza is a peer-to-peer file sharing service using WebRTC to eliminate the need for intermediary servers. It features a modern UI with dark mode, mobile browser support, direct browser-to-browser transfers, password protection, and the use of Redis for out-of-process storage. Users can upload multiple files at once and monitor transfer progress, and files are encrypted during transfer. A hosted instance is available at file.pizza.

kern/filepizza: :pizza: Peer-to-peer file transfers in your browser

WebRTC is a free, open-source project that enables real-time communication capabilities, such as audio and video conferencing, peer-to-peer file sharing, and screen sharing, directly in web browsers and mobile applications. It provides APIs for establishing secure and low-latency communication channels between browsers and devices using standard web technologies. Readers can learn how WebRTC facilitates real-time communication and collaboration in web applications, enabling developers to build interactive and engaging experiences with audio and video capabilities without requiring plugins or third-party software.

Best of WebRTC — March 2025