Show HN: Socket to Me, a static file server that runs in the browser
9 hours ago
- #static web server
- #privacy
- #file sharing
- Socket2 serves as a transient proxy for sharing files directly from your device without storing any data on external servers.
- Users get a customizable public URL and grant browser-based read-only access to a folder for file sharing.
- Files are password-protected and delivered via SSL encryption, with no file size limits.
- A WebSocket connection enables secure file transfer by piping HTTP requests and responses through frames.
- No installation required; just keep the browser tab open to maintain the static web server.
- Socket2 emphasizes privacy by keeping files on your device and avoiding corporate data storage.
- Authentication is handled via Firebase, supporting Google or email login, with security reminders.