secure-file-share

This project is a Secure File Sharing Web Application that allows users to upload and download files securely over the internet. It features a user-friendly interface built using React.js for the frontend, Tailwind CSS for styling, and Socket.io for potential real-time communication features.

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Project Objectives
• Technologies Used
• Features
  • File Upload
  • File Listing
  • File Download
  • Responsive Design
• Installation
• Usage
• Future Enhancements
• License

Introduction

This application enables users to upload and download files from a server securely. It is designed to be simple and responsive across devices. The project utilizes React.js, Tailwind CSS, and Socket.io (for future integration of real-time features).

Project Objectives

The main objectives of the project are:

• File Upload: Upload files from the local system to the server.
• File Listing: Display a list of uploaded files on the web page.
• File Download: Allow users to download the uploaded files to their local systems.
• Responsive Design: Ensure a great experience across devices.
• User-Friendly Interface: Easy-to-use interface with clearly labeled options.

Technologies Used

• Frontend:

  • React.js: JavaScript library for building the UI.
  • Tailwind CSS: Utility-first CSS framework for responsive design and styling.
  • Socket.io: JavaScript library for real-time communication (planned for future integration).

• Backend (planned for future integration):

  • Node.js: JavaScript runtime for the server-side.
  • Express.js: Web framework for Node.js to handle file upload and downloads.

• Other Tools:

  • React Router: For managing routes in the single-page application.
  • File System API: For storing and serving files on the server.

Features

File Upload

• Upload files from your local system to the server using a simple form.
• The server handles file storage and returns a success message.

File Listing

• Displays a list of uploaded files with their names on the webpage.
• Provides an option to download each file.

File Download

• Download any file from the list by simply clicking the "Download" button.
• The file is automatically saved to your system's default download location.

Responsive Design

• Fully responsive layout optimized for mobile, tablet, and desktop views.
• The layout adjusts to different screen sizes using Tailwind CSS's utility classes.

Installation

To set up this project locally:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/secure-file-share.git
   

2. Navigate into the project directory:

   cd secure-file-share
   

3. Install the necessary dependencies for the frontend:

   npm install
   

4. (Future Integration) Set up the backend by installing Node.js and Express (optional for now).

5. Run the application locally:

   npm start
   

6. Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser.

Usage

• Upload Files: Use the upload form to select and upload a file from your local system.
• View Uploaded Files: The uploaded files will appear in a list with the option to download them.
• Download Files: Click on any file in the list to download it to your system.

Future Enhancements

• File Preview: Preview files (e.g., images or PDFs) before downloading.
• User Authentication: Add login functionality to ensure that files are securely stored and accessed by authorized users only.
• File Management: Implement a feature that allows users to delete or rename uploaded files.
• Real-Time Notifications: Use Socket.io for real-time notifications when new files are uploaded or downloaded.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.