Zipline stores uploaded files and short links on a self-hosted server.
- Stars
- 3,443
- Updated
- 2d ago
- License
- MIT
- Hosting
- Self-hosted
- Category
- File Storage
Often instead of Wetransfer
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Open-source WeTransfer alternatives
A hosted service for sending large files through expiring links. Use the approved catalog below to weigh license, hosting, and repository activity for sending files through share links.
In short
The catalog lists 3 reviewed open-source alternatives to WeTransfer for sending files through share links: Zipline (MIT, self-hosted), Palmr (Apache-2.0, self-hosted), and linshare (AGPL-3.0, hosted or self-hosted). GitHub metadata last checked October 4, 2026.
About WeTransfer
A hosted service for sending large files through expiring links.
- Link expiry
- Upload limits
- Access controls
Why choose each alternative
- Zipline
Uploaded files and short links on your own server.
MIT · Self-hosted · File Storage
- Palmr
File sharing with folders and upload management.
Apache-2.0 · Self-hosted · File Storage
- linshare
Secure file sharing with expiring access.
AGPL-3.0 · Both · File Storage
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WeTransfer alternatives: questions
- What is the most popular open-source alternative to WeTransfer?
- Zipline has the most GitHub stars in this list, with 3.4k (MIT). Other reviewed options include Palmr and linshare.
- Is there a self-hosted alternative to WeTransfer?
- Yes. Zipline, Palmr, and linshare can run on your own server. Check each license before commercial use.
- Which WeTransfer alternatives have a hosted version?
- linshare lists a hosted or cloud option.
- What should you check before switching from WeTransfer?
- Compare link expiry, upload limits, access controls. Confirm the license, who will operate the install, and how you will export your data from WeTransfer.
Repository activity is a signal, not a security or quality guarantee.