# FileBrowser Quantum

FileBrowser Quantum is a free, self-hosted, web-based file manager. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Proxmox, TrueNAS, Docker Hub, ZimaOS and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/4423/filebrowser-quantum

## Description

FileBrowser Quantum is a free, self-hosted, web-based file manager. This version, forked from FileBrowser, offers advanced features like OIDC authentication, indexed search, office document previews, and multi-source support. It features a responsive interface for managing files, users, and sharing, with new architecture that stores users and shares in SQLite.

## Platform availability

Available on 4 of 9 platforms: Unraid, TrueNAS, ZimaOS, Proxmox.

## Health score

84/100 (Excellent), based on 5 of 5 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 28 days ago)
- Popular: 79 (8,474 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 55 (3 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)
- Light to run: 95 (512 MB minimum RAM, runs on ARM)
- Security check: 82 (no serious findings, 3 minor, CI, tests)

## Links

- GitHub: https://github.com/gtsteffaniak/filebrowser
- Proxmox: https://community-scripts.github.io/ProxmoxVE/scripts?id=filebrowser-quantum
- TrueNAS: https://apps.truenas.com/catalog/filebrowser-quantum/
- Official website: https://filebrowserquantum.com
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/gtstef/filebrowser
- ZimaOS: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-casaos/tree/master/Apps/filebrowser-quantum
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/filebrowserquantum-0et4oo11s99jqt?q=FileBrowserQuantum

## Common questions

### Can I configure multiple file sources and exclude paths?

Yes. FileBrowser Quantum supports multiple sources and include/exclude rules for better source configuration.

### What authentication methods are supported?

It supports OIDC, LDAP, JWT, password with 2FA, and proxy login.

### Does it include WebDAV and API access?

Yes, WebDAV support is included. Developer API support allows long-lived API tokens and a Swagger page at the /swagger endpoint for users with API enabled.

### Can I control who can access a share and what they can do?

Yes. Shares support expiration time, specific users including anonymous access, styling and themes, and permissions for file viewing, editing, and uploading.

### Are shell commands available?

No. Shell commands are completely removed and will not be returned.

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