darkhttpd ☆

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Description:
Small static webserver without CGI

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 1.17@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: http-server web-server static networking lightweight

Install: brew install darkhttpd

About:
darkhttpd is a lightweight, single-threaded HTTP server designed for serving static files efficiently. It prioritizes simplicity and security, avoiding complex features like CGI to minimize resource usage and potential attack vectors. This makes it an ideal solution for straightforward file serving needs without the overhead of larger web servers.

Key Features:

Minimal memory footprint
No CGI support for enhanced security
Simple configuration and deployment
Fast performance for static content

Use Cases:

Serving static websites or documentation
Internal file sharing on a local network
Embedded systems with limited resources
Quick temporary file server

Alternatives:

nginx – Nginx is a full-featured web server with reverse proxy, load balancing, and dynamic module support, but is significantly more complex.
python3 -m http.server – Python's built-in HTTP server is excellent for quick local testing but is not designed for performance or security in production environments.

License: ISC

Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, sonoma, ventura, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 14, 2025 6:43am		0	VERSION_BUMP	421ffeb9