# ChibiSafe

ChibiSafe is a self-hosted file upload and sharing service. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub, Kubernetes (Helm) and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/201/chibisafe

## Description

ChibiSafe is a self-hosted file upload and sharing service. It provides a web interface, robust API, and chunked uploads for fast, customizable file distribution. Homelabbers and teams can host it to control privacy, access, and deployment. Use it as a private alternative to public file-sharing hosts.

## Platform availability

Available on 2 of 9 platforms: Unraid, Helm.

## Health score

69/100 (Good), based on 5 of 5 factors.
- Maintained: 60 (last commit 150 days ago)
- Popular: 69 (2,774 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 45 (2 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)
- Light to run: 95 (512 MB minimum RAM, runs on ARM)
- Security check: 90 (no serious findings, CI)

## Links

- GitHub: https://github.com/chibisafe/chibisafe
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/chibisafe/chibisafe/
- Kubernetes (Helm): https://artifacthub.io/packages/helm/l4g/chibisafe
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/chibisafe-15n1m2x0cnbskt?q=chibisafe
- Official website: https://chibisafe.moe/
- Documentation: https://chibisafe.moe

## Common questions

### Do I need an invite code to use my self-hosted ChibiSafe?

You sign in with a username and password, and if the instance uses invites you must enter the invite code too. Without a valid login you cannot create or view links, snippets, or use your API key.

### Does ChibiSafe support mobile or desktop sharing integrations?

A self-hoster reports useful integration options including iOS shortcuts, ShareX, and a browser extension.

### Can I run ChibiSafe through an Unraid plugin?

The Unraid forum has plugin support for ChibiSafe and describes the service as able to run in public or private mode.

### Is ChibiSafe free to self-host?

The FAQ describes ChibiSafe as a completely free file upload service.

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