cockpit-file-sharing
About cockpit-file-sharing
cockpit-file-sharing is a plugin for Cockpit, a web-based server management interface. It provides tools for managing Samba, NFS, iSCSI, and S3 storage services through a graphical user interface. The plugin allows users to configure shares, manage user permissions, and handle advanced settings for each supported protocol.
The plugin integrates directly with Cockpit, offering a centralized way to manage file sharing services without requiring command-line interaction. It supports importing existing configurations from standard configuration files, making it easier to transition to the graphical interface.
cockpit-file-sharing is designed for system administrators who need to manage storage services efficiently. It simplifies tasks such as creating shares, configuring access controls, and monitoring active sessions.
Key features
- Manage Samba global settings and user passwords
- Create, edit, and remove Samba shares with advanced options
- Import and export Samba configurations
- Manage NFS shares and client settings
- Create and configure iSCSI virtual devices and targets
- Detect and manage S3 backends like MinIO, RustFS, Ceph RGW, and Garage
- Manage S3 buckets and access permissions
Download v4.6.1
Jul 9, 2026LinuxLinux
Frequently asked questions
- Is cockpit-file-sharing free?
- Yes. cockpit-file-sharing is free and open-source software, distributed under the GPL-3.0 license.
- Which platforms does cockpit-file-sharing support?
- cockpit-file-sharing provides downloads for Linux.
- What is the latest version of cockpit-file-sharing?
- The latest version is v4.6.1, released on Jul 9, 2026.
- What platforms are supported for installation?
- cockpit-file-sharing supports Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 22.04, Rocky 8, and Rocky 9. Generic installation instructions are also provided for other systems.
- How do I install cockpit-file-sharing?
- Installation can be done via the 45Drives repository or directly from .deb or .rpm packages. Detailed commands are provided for each method.
- Can I manage existing Samba configurations with this plugin?
- Yes, existing Samba configurations can be imported from /etc/samba/smb.conf into the plugin for management.
- Does cockpit-file-sharing support iSCSI in clustered environments?
- Yes, the plugin supports managing iSCSI virtual devices and targets in both single-server and clustered environments.
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