Drivebase is a self-hosted cloud file manager designed to unify file storage across multiple providers including S3, Google Drive, and local storage. It serves as a unified file storage API for modern applications, allowing users to organize, upload, and access files from a single interface while maintaining security and avoiding vendor lock-in.

The platform offers high performance capabilities built with Bun optimization for handling large file uploads efficiently. It features smart upload functionality that auto-routes files by type or size, multi-cloud support unifying various storage providers, and a comprehensive GraphQL API for all operations. Additional features include team collaboration with granular permissions, smart search across all storage providers simultaneously, auto-sync across devices and clouds, and background transfers between cloud providers.

Drivebase works by providing a unified interface that connects to multiple storage providers, allowing users to create a single folder structure while choosing where each file is stored. The system is designed to be cloud-agnostic, enabling seamless movement of data between different storage backends without being tied to any single vendor.

The benefits include eliminating vendor lock-in, providing secure and scalable file storage solutions, and enabling efficient file management across multiple cloud services. Use cases include modern application development requiring unified file storage, team collaboration with shared file access, and personal file management across different cloud providers.

Target users include developers building modern applications, teams requiring collaborative file management, and privacy-focused users who want full control over their data. The platform is Docker-ready for easy deployment, Kubernetes-friendly, and integrates with various storage providers through its API-first approach.