Features Overview

WifiX offers a comprehensive set of features for seamless LAN file sharing.

Core Features

File Sharing

✅ Unlimited File Types

  • Documents (PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX)

  • Images (JPG, PNG, GIF, SVG)

  • Videos (MP4, AVI, MKV)

  • Archives (ZIP, RAR, 7Z)

  • Code files and any other format

✅ Configurable File Size

  • Default: 100 MB per file

  • Configurable up to available disk space

  • Supports large files (1 GB+)

✅ Multiple Files

  • Upload multiple files simultaneously

  • No limit on number of files

  • Organize by upload session

Real-Time Communication

✅ WebSocket Updates

  • Instant file list updates

  • Live upload notifications

  • Real-time download progress

  • Client connection events

✅ Live Monitoring

  • See connected clients

  • Track active downloads

  • Monitor server activity

  • View client IP addresses

Network Discovery

✅ Automatic Discovery

  • mDNS/Bonjour support

  • Zero-configuration networking

  • .local domain access

  • No manual IP entry needed

✅ Room Codes

  • 6-character memorable codes

  • Easy to share verbally

  • QR code support (planned)

  • Auto-generated on startup

Security Features

Authentication

✅ Global Room PIN

  • Required to enter room

  • Customizable

  • Session-based

  • Prevents unauthorized access

✅ Per-File PIN

  • Optional extra protection

  • Independent from room PIN

  • For sensitive files

  • Easy to manage

Access Control

✅ Session Management

  • Secure session cookies

  • Configurable expiration

  • Auto-logout on inactivity

  • Host-only upload permissions

✅ Rate Limiting

  • Prevents abuse

  • Configurable limits

  • Per-IP tracking

  • Automatic blocking

User Interface

Host Interface

✅ Dashboard

  • Connection information display

  • Room code prominent

  • Client counter

  • Activity feed

✅ File Management

  • Drag-and-drop upload

  • Click to browse

  • Delete files individually

  • Clear all option

✅ Monitoring

  • Connected clients list

  • Download activity

  • Real-time notifications

  • Server statistics

Client Interface

✅ Simple Join

  • Room code entry

  • PIN authentication

  • Instant access

  • No installation needed

✅ File Browser

  • Clear file list

  • File metadata

  • Download buttons

  • Protected file indicators

✅ Download Management

  • Progress tracking

  • Speed indicator

  • Time remaining

  • Queue management

Cross-Platform Support

Server Platforms

✅ Windows

  • Windows 10, 11

  • PowerShell scripts

  • Service installation

  • Firewall integration

✅ macOS

  • macOS 10.15+

  • Bonjour built-in

  • Launch Agent support

  • Native integration

✅ Linux

  • Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora

  • Systemd service

  • Avahi mDNS

  • Container support

Client Devices

✅ Desktop Browsers

  • Chrome/Chromium

  • Firefox

  • Safari

  • Edge

  • Opera

✅ Mobile Browsers

  • iOS Safari

  • Android Chrome

  • Samsung Internet

  • Firefox Mobile

Technical Features

Performance

✅ Fast Transfers

  • LAN speed (up to 1 Gbps)

  • Parallel downloads

  • Efficient streaming

  • Minimal overhead

✅ Scalability

  • Multiple concurrent clients

  • Simultaneous downloads

  • Efficient resource usage

  • Configurable limits

Developer Features

✅ REST API

  • Complete HTTP API

  • File operations

  • Authentication

  • Server information

✅ WebSocket API

  • Real-time events

  • Socket.IO protocol

  • Bidirectional communication

  • Event subscriptions

✅ Configuration

  • Environment variables

  • .env file support

  • Runtime configuration

  • Extensive options

Deployment Options

Development

✅ Quick Start

  • Simple setup

  • Hot reload (Vite)

  • Debug mode

  • Detailed logging

Production

✅ Docker Support

  • Docker Compose ready

  • Container images

  • Easy deployment

  • Isolated environment

✅ Service Installation

  • Systemd (Linux)

  • LaunchAgent (macOS)

  • Windows Service

  • Auto-start on boot

Planned Features

Coming Soon

🔜 QR Code Generation

  • Automatic QR codes for rooms

  • Easy mobile scanning

  • Embedded connection info

  • Print-friendly

🔜 File Previews

  • Image thumbnails

  • PDF preview

  • Video preview

  • Document preview

🔜 Built-in HTTPS

  • Self-signed certificates

  • Let’s Encrypt integration

  • Automatic renewal

  • Secure by default

🔜 Transfer Compression

  • On-the-fly compression

  • Faster transfers

  • Bandwidth optimization

  • Configurable compression levels

Future Roadmap

🚀 Client Upload

  • Bidirectional transfer

  • Permission system

  • Upload quotas

  • Moderation tools

🚀 Multi-Room

  • Multiple simultaneous rooms

  • Room isolation

  • Resource allocation

  • Load balancing

🚀 File Encryption

  • End-to-end encryption

  • Encrypted storage

  • Key management

  • Decryption on download

🚀 Mobile Apps

  • Native iOS app

  • Native Android app

  • React Native

  • Enhanced UX

🚀 Desktop Apps

  • Electron wrapper

  • Native notifications

  • System tray integration

  • File system integration

Feature Comparison

Feature

WifiX

Cloud Storage

FTP

Internet Required

❌ No

✅ Yes

❌ No

Setup Time

5 minutes

Account needed

15+ minutes

File Size Limit

Configurable

Usually limited

Usually unlimited

Speed

LAN (fast)

Internet (slow)

LAN (fast)

Security

PIN + optional HTTPS

Cloud encryption

Can be encrypted

Ease of Use

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

⭐⭐⭐⭐

⭐⭐

Client Software

Browser only

Browser/app

FTP client

Real-time Updates

✅ Yes

⚠️ Sometimes

❌ No

Multi-recipient

✅ Simultaneous

✅ Yes

⚠️ Sequential

Use Case Scenarios

See Quick Start Guide for detailed scenarios including:

  • 🎓 Classroom file distribution

  • 💼 Team meeting file sharing

  • 🏠 Home network transfers

  • 👨‍💻 Development environment syncing

  • 📸 Content creation workflows

Feature Requests

Have an idea for a new feature?

  1. Check existing issues: GitHub Issues

  2. Open a feature request with: - Clear description - Use case - Expected behavior - Benefits

  3. Participate in discussions

See Also