Enclosed

Enclosed is a lightweight self-hosted file sharing service focused on quickly sending files to someone using a link. It aims to be simple to operate while offering practical controls such as link expiration and limits to reduce unintended long-term exposure.

Key Features

• Upload files and generate shareable links for recipients
• Expiration controls (time-based) to automatically invalidate shares
• Optional download limits to restrict how many times a link can be used
• Basic access controls for shared files (e.g., password-protected shares)
• Web UI intended for quick “upload → copy link → send” workflows

Use Cases

• Share large attachments without email size limits
• Send time-limited files (invoices, reports, exports) to external users
• Provide one-off downloads to clients with download caps

Limitations and Considerations

• Feature set is intentionally minimal compared to full sync-and-share platforms (no collaborative folders or realtime collaboration)

Enclosed is best suited for individuals or small teams that need a straightforward, self-managed alternative to public file-transfer websites. If your needs extend to full cloud-drive functionality, a sync-and-share platform may be a better fit.