SwooshFile

Modern local network file sharing built for speed, simplicity, and every device you own.

SwooshFile is a polished self-hosted web application that lets you instantly share files and clipboard content between devices on the same network. Open it in a browser and start transferring — no accounts, no setup headaches, no cloud dependency.

Designed for desktop and optimized for mobile, SwooshFile now delivers a smooth commercial-style experience with drag & drop uploads, responsive mobile navigation, upload bundles, shared clipboard syncing, previews, and elegant UI animations.

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Features

File Sharing

• Drag & drop file uploads
• Folder uploads support
• Automatic ZIP bundle creation
• Download and delete actions
• File previews for images and PDFs
• Duplicate-safe uploads
• Fast local network transfers

Mobile Experience

• Fully responsive mobile-first design
• Sticky bottom navigation
• Optimized touch interactions
• Smooth scrolling and transitions
• Native-app-like feel on phones and tablets

Shared Clipboard

• Share text instantly between devices
• Great for links, commands, notes, and snippets
• Persistent shared clipboard section

Modern UI

• Glassmorphism-inspired interface
• Smooth animations and transitions
• Commercial-grade polish
• Lightweight and fast

Privacy & Simplicity

• No registration
• No cloud uploads
• Works entirely on your local network
• Self-hosted and fully under your control

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Screenshots

TODO

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Installation

1. Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/kijimoshi1337/SwooshFile.git
cd SwooshFile

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2. Create virtual environment

Windows

python -m venv venv
venv\Scripts\activate

macOS / Linux

python3 -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate

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3. Install dependencies

pip install -r requirements.txt

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4. Start the server

python app.py

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5. Open SwooshFile

On the host device:

http://localhost:5050

To access from another device on the same network:

http://<your-local-ip>:5050

Example:

http://192.168.1.15:5050

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Project Structure

SwooshFile/
├── app.py
├── requirements.txt
├── README.md
├── uploads/
├── templates/
│   └── index.html
├── static/
│   ├── styles.css
│   ├── animations.css
│   ├── script.js
│   └── images/
└── venv/

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Supported Platforms

SwooshFile has been tested on:

• Windows 10 & 11
• macOS Sequoia
• Ubuntu 22.04+
• Android (Chrome, Firefox)
• iPhone / iPad (Safari, Chrome)

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Use Cases

• Transfer files between PC and phone
• Quickly send screenshots or documents
• Share folders across devices
• Temporary local network sharing
• Copy/paste text between devices
• AirDrop alternative for mixed ecosystems

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Tech Stack

• Python
• Flask
• HTML/CSS/JavaScript
• APScheduler

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Roadmap

Planned future improvements:

• Upload progress bars
• QR code quick connect
• PWA install support
• Dark mode
• Multi-user support
• LAN device discovery
• Real-time upload updates
• Drag-to-share links

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License

MIT License

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Support the Project ☕️

If you enjoy using SwooshFile and want to support development:

PayPal

Thank you for supporting the project ❤️