Free, open-source alternatives to Gyazo

Screenshot sharing with instant links. 3 apps you can run yourself instead of Gyazo, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.

  1. ZiplineBest match

    A lightweight, fast and reliable file sharing server that is commonly used with ShareX, offering a react-based Web UI and fast API.

    3.5k starsMITUpdated 11 October 2026
  2. XBackBone

    Simple, fast and lightweight file manager with instant sharing tools integration, like ShareX.

    1.2k starsAGPL-3.0Updated 14 September 2026
  3. Chibisafe

    File uploader service that aims to to be easy to use and set up. It accepts files, photos, documents, anything you imagine and gives you back a shareable link for you to send to others.

    2.8k starsMITUpdated 27 May 2026

Side by side

AppStarsLicenseActivityRuns on
Zipline3,453MITDocker, Node.js
XBackBone1,170AGPL-3.0PHP, Docker
Chibisafe2,773MITDocker, Node.js

Why replace Gyazo?

Gyazo works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.

Questions

What is the best free alternative to Gyazo?

Zipline is the closest open-source replacement for Gyazo in our list. XBackBone and Chibisafe are worth a look too, depending on what you need.

Can I self-host an alternative to Gyazo?

Yes. All 3 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.