Need a file sharing solution

by Hilary
5 replies
Hi All,

People in my paying membership want to share files with one another, and I don't have space on my web hosting for this (and I'm already on their largest hosting plan). So I'm looking round at other possibilities.

Ideally I need something that will...

- Create a single file-storage area
- Protect it with a single username/password (that I can change periodically and give out to members)
- Allow all holders of that username/password to upload and download (but not edit) files

It's important to ensure that only currently active members can get in - hence the need for a single login that I can change regularly. I don't want something that creates a whole separate list of members, so they have to create a separate account and I have to update membership of the group manually whenever someone joins or leaves.

And also important that members can upload files themselves, with no help from me.

I can either
a) use another site where I have a bit of space and find a script to install there in a password-protected directory
or
b) find a third-party service that does what I need

Any suggestions for either of these?

Thanks!
#document sharing #file #file sharing #sharing #solution
  • Profile picture of the author Internet Income
    I can give you some free space if you need it? That way, you add your script and its fine.
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    • Profile picture of the author I.M.Retired
      Try box.net. They have some great options for multiple or single users. I use them and really like their services.
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      • Profile picture of the author lakshaybehl
        You might have to pay someone to do that for you or even explain it to you...
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        • Profile picture of the author jjpmarketing
          Why don't you use DLGuard, in combination with HostMonster hosting? DLGuard would provide the security you are looking for both on the users side and the download protection side... and HostMonster would provide the unlimited bandwidth to facilitate your file sharing. Install both scripts on the HostMonster account and you should be fine. If you need any help with this just contact me via PM... and I will help you.
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          • Add my vote for BOX.NET. 1 Gig of free space, unique URL's and no problems so far.

            You may need a premium account if you MUST have logins/passwords...
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