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PlikShare is a self-hosted file sharing platform available for a one-time purchase. Our main goal is to provide a simple, fast, and affordable way for you and your team to share files securely. If you haven't downloaded PlikShare yet, you can find the link here. You can install PlikShare first, test it, and purchase a license later.

There are three main concepts in PlikShare: workspaces, file explorer, and boxes. Let's go through each one.

A Workspace is the main organizational unit. You can create as many workspaces as you need within your self-hosted instance. Each workspace has its own team, files, and boxes (more on that later). You can share a workspace with as many people as you want.

The File Explorer is a storage system associated with each workspace. It's where you can create folders, upload files, organize them, and delete them as needed.

Boxes are the core feature for sharing files with others. They act as a secure layer between your file explorer and the outside world. Each box is associated with a folder. You can share a box via a link or invite people by email to collaborate on it. Boxes can have multiple links and collaborators, and you have full control over the permissions assigned to each, ensuring both flexibility and security in your file sharing.

Behind the scenes, PlikShare stores files either on the hard drive of the machine it's hosted on or in S3 buckets, depending on the configuration. You can set up as many physical file locations as you want and then use them when creating a workspace.

If you have successfully installed PlikShare, proceed to the next section to learn how to start using the application. There, you'll find instructions on getting started with PlikShare's features and functionalities.

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