woof ☆

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Description:
Ad-hoc single-file webserver

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: http server file-sharing networking utility

Install: brew install woof

About:
Woof is a lightweight, single-file Python script that serves the current directory over HTTP. It requires no installation or dependencies beyond the standard library, making it ideal for quick file sharing. Its simplicity allows for instant deployment on any machine with a Python interpreter.

Key Features:

Single-file script with zero dependencies
Serves current directory recursively
Supports file uploads via web interface
IPv6 capable

Use Cases:

Rapidly sharing files between computers on a local network
Testing web assets or static sites locally
Providing a temporary download/upload portal

Alternatives:

python3 -m http.server – Built-in alternative that only serves downloads, lacking Woof's upload capability
ncat – Netcat utility that can serve files but lacks a user-friendly web interface

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