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Seedr vs transfer.sh
Both stand on file transfer services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+2
Seedr combines cloud link fetching with broad file viewing, streaming, and device access. Its free tier and security controls are clear, while some connection features require higher plans.
Visit Seedr Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted
transfer.sh provides a configurable command-line file-sharing server with API access and multiple storage backends. Its self-hosted design gives operators control, but the security warning and setup responsibilities require attention.
Visit transfer.shThe facts
| Seedr | transfer.sh | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Web | API, Linux, Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | Lite: $3.95 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Seedr | transfer.sh |
| Website | seedr.dev | github.com |
| On file transfer services | #51 of 105 | #47 of 105 |
Seedr: what it does well
- Free plan includes 2GB storage
- Servers fetch links for your device
- Built-in players and file viewers
- TLS and AES-256 encryption
- REST API for file management
What to know first
- No desktop app
- FTP limited to Pro or Master
- WebDAV mounts listed for Master
- Paid plans start at $3.95 per month
transfer.sh: what it does well
- Free MIT-licensed open-source software
- Uploads work through curl HTTP requests
- Supports S3, Google Drive, Storj, and local storage
- Configurable download counts and deletion periods
- Official Docker container includes non-root variants
What to know first
- No desktop app
- Self-hosting requires operator configuration
- Repository warns of authentication and IP-filter bypass
- Server-side AES256 is advised only when self-hosted
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