ZFile
Online file directory program that mounts cloud and local storage as a web drive
Overview
ZFile is a Java-based online file directory application that mounts storage backends like OneDrive, Google Drive, S3, and local disks and presents them through a clean web interface. It supports file previews, direct download links, password-protected folders, and multi-user access. It is a simple way to self-host a browsable, shareable file portal over existing storage.
Where it falls short of Google Drive
- Focused on browsing and direct-linking files, not bidirectional sync
- No native desktop/mobile sync clients
- Limited collaboration and versioning features versus Google Drive
- Java runtime makes it heavier than Go-based alternatives for small servers
We list the gaps honestly so you can decide if the trade-off is worth owning your data.
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