elixire

Simple yet advanced screenshot uploading and link shortening service.

AGPL-3.0Files & sync
GitHub stars
29
License
AGPL-3.0
Last commit
9 June 2026
Runs on
Python

Commits per month, last 12 months

0 commits

How to self-host elixire

elixire runs on Python. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

  1. Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
  2. Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
  3. Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
  4. Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is elixire free?

Yes. elixire is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host elixire?

Yes. elixire runs on Python. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

Is elixire still maintained?

The last change to elixire's code was on 9 June 2026, with 0 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

File Transfer - Single-click & Drag-n-drop Upload

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