@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp▌
by zhigang1992
Upload local files to S3-compatible storage and get shareable public S3 URLs. Auto-organized into UUID folders to avoid
An MCP server that enables users to upload local files to S3-compatible storage and retrieve shareable public URLs. Files are automatically organized into unique UUID-based folders to prevent naming conflicts while preserving original filenames.
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best for
- / Developers needing file hosting for applications
- / Sharing files with public access URLs
- / Building file upload workflows
capabilities
- / Upload files to S3-compatible storage
- / Generate shareable public URLs for uploaded files
- / Organize files into UUID-based folders
- / Preserve original filenames during upload
what it does
Upload local files to S3-compatible storage and get back shareable public URLs. Files are automatically organized into UUID folders to avoid naming conflicts.
about
@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp is a community-built MCP server published by zhigang1992 that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. Upload local files to S3-compatible storage and get shareable public S3 URLs. Auto-organized into UUID folders to avoid It is categorized under cloud infrastructure, file systems.
how to install
You can install @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp in your AI client of choice. Use the install panel on this page to get one-click setup for Cursor, Claude Desktop, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients. This server runs locally on your machine via the stdio transport.
license
MIT
@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp is released under the MIT license. This is a permissive open-source license, meaning you can freely use, modify, and distribute the software.
readme
@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp
An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that allows you to upload local files to S3-compatible storage and get shareable URLs.
Installation
Global installation
npm install -g @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp
Local installation
npm install @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp
Usage
Running directly with npx
npx @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp
Adding to Claude Desktop
Add this to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"upload-file": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp"]
}
}
}
Available Tools
upload_file
Upload a local file to S3-compatible storage and receive a shareable URL. Files are automatically organized in unique UUID folders to prevent naming conflicts.
Parameters:
file_path(required): Local path to the file to upload
Example usage:
{
"file_path": "/path/to/local/file.jpg"
}
Returns:
{
"success": true,
"file_path": "/path/to/local/file.jpg",
"folder_id": "e4847e59-2003-443c-bd47-775fc6b6a195",
"original_filename": "file.jpg",
"remote_path": "e4847e59-2003-443c-bd47-775fc6b6a195/file.jpg",
"url": "https://s3.reily.app/public/e4847e59-2003-443c-bd47-775fc6b6a195/file.jpg",
"message": "File uploaded successfully to https://s3.reily.app/public/e4847e59-2003-443c-bd47-775fc6b6a195/file.jpg"
}
Note: Each uploaded file is placed in a unique folder (UUID-based) to prevent naming conflicts while preserving the original filename.
Development
To install dependencies:
bun install
To run in development:
bun run dev
To build for distribution:
bun run build
Configuration
This MCP server uses the S3-compatible endpoint at https://s3.reily.app and uploads files to the public bucket. The uploaded files are publicly accessible.
License
MIT
FAQ
- What is the @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp MCP server?
- @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server profile on explainx.ai. MCP lets AI hosts (e.g. Claude Desktop, Cursor) call tools and resources through a standard interface; this page summarizes categories, install hints, and community ratings.
- How do MCP servers relate to agent skills?
- Skills are reusable instruction packages (often SKILL.md); MCP servers expose live capabilities. Teams frequently combine both—skills for workflows, MCP for APIs and data. See explainx.ai/skills and explainx.ai/mcp-servers for parallel directories.
- How are reviews shown for @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp?
- This profile displays 55 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.8 out of 5—verify behavior in your own environment before production use.
Use Cases▌
Code & Document Analysis
Read, analyze, and understand files in your project
Example
Summarize README, analyze code structure, find TODO comments across codebase
Navigate large codebases 5x faster, understand projects quickly
Automated File Operations
Create, move, rename, and organize files based on natural language instructions
Example
Organize downloads by file type, rename files following convention, batch process images
Save hours on manual file organization
Content Search & Extraction
Search files for patterns, extract data, find information across directories
Example
Find all config files with API keys, extract emails from documents, search logs for errors
Find information instantly instead of manual grep/find
File Generation & Templates
Generate boilerplate files, apply templates, create project structures
Example
Create React component with tests and styles, generate OpenAPI spec, scaffold new project
Eliminate repetitive file creation work
Implementation Guide▌
Prerequisites
- ›Claude Desktop or Cursor with MCP support
- ›File system permissions for directories you want to access
- ›Understanding of file paths and directory structure
- ›Backup of important files before bulk operations
Time Estimate
10-20 minutes including configuration
Installation Steps
- 1.Install filesystem MCP server (often built-in with Claude Desktop)
- 2.Configure allowed directories in MCP config for security
- 3.Test read: 'Show me contents of ~/Documents/test.txt'
- 4.Test write: 'Create a new file notes.md in current directory'
- 5.Test search: 'Find all .js files containing TODO'
- 6.Test batch operations: 'Rename all .jpeg files to .jpg'
- 7.Verify file permissions and access controls
Troubleshooting
- ⚠Permission denied: Check file/directory permissions, run with appropriate user
- ⚠Path not found: Verify path is absolute or relative to working directory
- ⚠MCP server can't access directory: Add to allowed directories in config
- ⚠File already exists: Use overwrite flag or check before writing
- ⚠Operation failed: Check disk space, file locks, antivirus interference
Best Practices▌
✓ Do
- +Configure allowed directories explicitly—don't grant full filesystem access
- +Back up important files before bulk operations
- +Use dry-run mode for risky operations when available
- +Validate file paths before operations
- +Set appropriate file permissions on created files
- +Log file operations for audit trail
- +Test operations on sample files first
✗ Don't
- −Don't grant MCP access to system directories (/etc, /System)
- −Don't allow write access to production config files
- −Don't skip backup before bulk delete/move operations
- −Don't use for sensitive files (passwords, keys) without encryption
- −Don't ignore file permission errors—investigate root cause
- −Don't expose personal documents without considering privacy
💡 Pro Tips
- ★Use .gitignore patterns to exclude sensitive files from AI access
- ★Create sandboxed working directory for file experiments
- ★Combine with version control (git) for easy rollback
- ★Use file watching for real-time monitoring and reactions
- ★Create templates for common file generation tasks
- ★Leverage file metadata (timestamps, size) for smart organization
Technical Details▌
Architecture
MCP server provides file I/O operations (read, write, search, metadata) as tools Claude can invoke with natural language instructions.
Protocols
- Local file system API
- Glob patterns for search
- File streams for large files
Compatibility
- macOS
- Linux
- Windows
- Local files only (no remote filesystems by default)
When to Use This▌
✓ Use When
Use for code analysis, file organization, content search, template generation, and automating repetitive file operations. Best for local development workflows.
✗ Avoid When
Avoid for system-critical files, sensitive credentials, production environments, or when file integrity is paramount. Don't use on files you can't afford to lose.
Integration▌
- →Combine with git for version-controlled file operations
- →Integrate with code editors for seamless workflow
- →Use with backup tools for safety net
- →Pair with file watchers for automated reactions
Discussion
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Ratings
4.8★★★★★55 reviews- ★★★★★James Lopez· Dec 28, 2024
We evaluated @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.
- ★★★★★Pratham Ware· Dec 16, 2024
We evaluated @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.
- ★★★★★Henry Malhotra· Dec 8, 2024
Useful MCP listing: @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.
- ★★★★★Aanya Verma· Nov 27, 2024
We evaluated @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.
- ★★★★★Emma Rao· Nov 19, 2024
Useful MCP listing: @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.
- ★★★★★Sakshi Patil· Nov 7, 2024
Useful MCP listing: @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.
- ★★★★★Chaitanya Patil· Oct 26, 2024
@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.
- ★★★★★Mia Bansal· Oct 18, 2024
@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp is among the better-indexed MCP projects we tried; the explainx.ai summary tracks the official description.
- ★★★★★Soo Khanna· Oct 14, 2024
I recommend @zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.
- ★★★★★Omar Kim· Oct 10, 2024
@zhigang1992/uploadfile-mcp reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.
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