Updog: Free Open-source File Transfer Tool
Updog is a powerful and reliable tool for file transfer over the internet. It has been designed as a secure and trustworthy alternative to Python's SimpleHTTPServer. With Updog, you can effortlessly upload and download files using the widely recognized and secure HTTP/S protocols for data exchange.
Additionally, Updog allows you to set up custom SSL certificates to ensure the authenticity and integrity of your data. What's more, Updog supports HTTP basic authentication, enabling you to add an extra layer of security to your file transfer process.
This guarantees that your data is being transferred securely and is protected from unauthorized access, giving you complete peace of mind.
Install
pip3 install updog
Usage
updog [-d DIRECTORY] [-p PORT] [--password PASSWORD] [--ssl]
Argument | Description |
---|---|
-d DIRECTORY, --directory DIRECTORY | Root directory [Default=.] |
-p PORT, --port PORT | Port to serve [Default=9090] |
--password PASSWORD | Use a password to access the page. (No username) |
--ssl | Enable transport encryption via SSL |
--version | Show version |
-h, --help | Show help |
Examples
Serve from your current directory:
updog
Serve from another directory:
updog -d /another/directory
Serve from port 1234:
updog -p 1234
Password protect the page:
updog --password examplePassword123!
Please note: updog uses HTTP basic authentication. To login, you should leave the username blank and just enter the password in the password field.
Use an SSL connection:
updog --ssl
License
- MIT License