manyfoldA self-hosted digital asset manager for 3d print files.

manyfold

Manyfold is an open-source, self-hosted digital asset manager purpose-built for organizing and managing 3D print files. It provides makers and enthusiasts with a centralized web application to catalog, search, and manage their 3D model collections without relying on cloud services.

Key Features

• Self-Hosted Web Application: Deploy on your own infrastructure for complete data control and privacy
• 3D Model Organization: Manage collections of 3D print files with tagging, categorization, and search capabilities
• Client-Side 3D Rendering: Built with THREE.js for interactive viewing and inspection of 3D models directly in the browser
• Asynchronous Processing: Background job runner powered by Sidekiq for handling file uploads and model analysis
• Federation Support: ActivityPub integration for potential decentralized sharing and discovery

Use Cases

• Personal Collections: Organize and catalog personal 3D print files and designs from multiple sources
• Maker Communities: Community-managed repositories for sharing and discovering printable models
• Design Archiving: Maintain searchable archives of 3D designs with version history and metadata

Who Is It For

Manyfold is ideal for 3D printing enthusiasts, makers, small businesses, and design communities who want to self-host their 3D model collections. It's particularly suited for those who prefer data sovereignty and local storage over cloud-based solutions.