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AnonUpload

Infrastructure256MB+ RAM

Anonymous file upload service - drop a file, get a shareable link

infrastructurestorageanonuploadopen-sourceself-hosteddocker

Deploy AnonUpload in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select AnonUpload

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

After Deployment

After deploying AnonUpload with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup

1

Open http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and upload a small test file to confirm the round trip works

2

Configure a retention cron on the host that prunes `anonupload_uploads` (e.g. `0 3 * * * find /var/lib/docker/volumes/<stack>_anonupload_uploads/_data -mtime +7 -delete`)

3

Front the service with a reverse proxy that adds HTTPS, body size limits, and rate limiting per IP

4

Add a CAPTCHA / Turnstile in front of the upload endpoint if you intend to expose it publicly

5

Set up disk-space alerts - this service WILL fill the disk eventually under any open access

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

AnonUpload FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting AnonUpload

How do I deploy AnonUpload with Server Compass?

Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select AnonUpload from the templates list. Fill in the required configuration and click Deploy. The entire process takes under 3 minutes.

What are the system requirements for AnonUpload?

AnonUpload requires a minimum of 256MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 1024MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.

Can I migrate my existing AnonUpload data?

Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard AnonUpload backup and restore procedures.

How do I update AnonUpload to the latest version?

Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest AnonUpload image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.

Is AnonUpload free to self-host?

AnonUpload is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($29 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.

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