Gokapi

Gokapi is a lightweight web application for securely sharing files via links. It focuses on simple uploads, configurable retention, and visibility into how shared files are being accessed, making it suitable for personal and small-team “send a file” workflows.

Key Features

• Web UI for uploading files and generating shareable download links
• Expiration and retention controls (time-based validity and automatic cleanup)
• Download tracking and basic statistics (e.g., number of downloads)
• Optional password protection for shared files/links
• Admin interface for managing uploads, users/settings, and storage behavior
• Works well behind a reverse proxy and supports custom domain setups

Use Cases

• Replace ad-hoc transfers via public services for sending large files to clients
• Share one-off downloads inside a team with expirations and simple tracking
• Provide temporary download links for build artifacts or documents

Limitations and Considerations

• Designed for straightforward file sharing rather than full sync/collaboration (not a Dropbox-style platform)
• Feature scope is intentionally minimal; advanced enterprise governance/workflows are out of scope

Gokapi aims to be easy to deploy and operate while still providing the essentials—expiring links, optional access controls, and visibility into downloads. If you need a small, focused file-sharing service with an admin UI and retention controls, it fits well.