DirForge FAQs

Question 1

What is DirForge?

Accepted Answer

DirForge is a stateless, read-only web file browser designed for homelab and NAS environments. It provides a clean web UI for browsing files and multiple API endpoints for programmatic access, all within a self-hosted containerized setup.

Question 2

What file access methods does DirForge support?

Accepted Answer

DirForge offers a comprehensive web interface, a RESTful JSON API, an S3-compatible API for tools like 'rclone', a read-only WebDAV mount for native OS file managers, and an MCP server for AI assistant interaction.

Question 3

How is DirForge deployed and secured?

Accepted Answer

DirForge runs in a single stateless container (Docker/Podman) with no external dependencies. Security features include HTTP Basic Auth, Bearer token authentication, configurable access policies, rate limiting, and secure sharing options.

Question 4

Can I share files and folders using DirForge?

Accepted Answer

Yes, DirForge provides robust secure sharing options. You can generate HMAC-signed links, expiring links, or one-time download links, complete with QR code generation for easy distribution.

Question 5

What is the MCP server in DirForge used for?

Accepted Answer

The integrated MCP (Metaverse Chat Protocol) server allows for advanced interaction with AI assistants and automation tools, enabling a programmatic interface for file management and task automation within your self-hosted environment.

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