# FileBrowser: Documents Manager — File Explorer & Media Player

> File manager for accessing network drives, cloud storage, and local files with built-in viewers. (iPhone/iPad app by Stratospherix Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filebrowser-documents-manager/id364738545 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stratospherix Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/323133606)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $7.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 5,642 App Store ratings · 1,153 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 70 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 3 more
- Released: 2010-04-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filebrowser-documents-manager/id364738545/reviews.md

## What is FileBrowser?

Use your iPad or iPhone to connect to your home computers, network drives and cloud storage. Easily upload/download/copy files and folders from one location to another, and browse your content using a variety of built-in viewers.

*** FileBrowser remains the best option if you're looking for a file manager that supports a variety of external connections and also integrates deeply with iOS - Federico Viticci - MacStories ***

*** FileBrowser's setup varies for every device, and the automatic wizards work super-well.
Charlie Sorrel - Cult of Mac ***

Ultra-fast browsing of your computers. Faster than Windows Explorer or Mac Finder and our users agree!

GET ORGANIZED
FileBrowser gives you everything you need to keep your files effortlessly organized:
Move, edit, delete, rename, copy, zip and unzip. Download files from the web and paste them wherever you choose.

MULTI-TABBED BROWSING
Our FileBrowser suite of apps are the first file management apps to support multiple tabs. Connect to many of your locations at once and switch between them with ease. Use iPadOS split-screen mode to drag & drop between multiple windows.

CONNECT TO
Windows, Mac, Linux, Time Capsule, NAS drives, portable WiFi drives, SMB, Samba.
Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, WebDAV, FTP and SFTP.
Link to the same cloud storage with multiple accounts, if you have more than one Dropbox account, for example.

EXTEND THE FILES APP
FileBrowser allows you to access all your connections from the iOS Files app and other apps that use this as their document chooser, bringing network access to those apps.

EDIT IN-PLACE
No more copying of documents between apps. Launch an app to edit a network document in-place, such as Word or Pages or any of the Office and Mac suite. Changes are saved to the original document automatically.

BLAZINGLY FAST
Create bookmarks to your favorite locations & folders. Use a single tap to connect and browse to a favorite folder.

PHOTO VIEWER
Browse your photos wherever they are stored and display them on your TV or projector using AirPlay or Chromecast. Easily flick through holiday snaps or use the built-in slideshow feature.

STREAM YOUR MOVIES / MUSIC
Stream movie files or listen to music, both with AirPlay™ and Chromecast support. Use our built-in viewers or stream video to other apps.

DOCUMENT VIEWER
View Microsoft Office, Apple Pages, Numbers, KeyNote, PDF, text files, source code, HTML, and many more using the built-in viewers.

ANNOTATE PDFS AND IMAGES
Use the built-in annotation tools for PDFs and images, or use the iOS annotation tools to add notes, drawings or highlight text.

SECURITY AND ENCRYPTION
FileBrowser securely stores your passwords in the iOS keychain and uses iOS encryption features to protect your local content. Protect local files using a password, TouchID or FaceID.

CONNECT ANYWHERE
Connect to your Mac or PC when away from home. See our website for details: https://www.stratospherix.com/setupvpn

TOO MANY FEATURES TO LIST
FileBrowser has many features that we would like to tell you about. Check out our website. You'll be amazed!
https://www.stratospherix.com/products/filebrowser

FIRST CLASS SUPPORT
User manuals and help are available at stratospherix.com/support with how-to articles and videos. You can also email us for fast, friendly support.

## Key features

- Connect to computers, NAS, and cloud storage
- Upload, download, copy, and move files
- Multi-tabbed browsing and split-screen support
- Edit documents in-place
- Built-in viewers for documents, photos, and media
- Stream movies and music with AirPlay/Chromecast
- Annotate PDFs and images

## What do users think of FileBrowser?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great file manager
- 🚀 Powerful and versatile
- 🔒 Secure access to files
- 💡 Excellent integration with iOS Files app
- 👍 Reliable and stable
- 👍 Fantastic customer support

**Cons**

- 🐛 SMB connection issues
- 🐛 Misleading directory caching
- 🐛 Video playback problems
- 🐛 Buggy UI changes
- 🐛 Inability to rename photos

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Copy and paste functionality broken after update
- Inability to access iCloud files
- Crashes when accessing large files
- Thumbnails not generating properly

**Most requested features**

- Add support for AV1 video codec
- Improve audio playback controls
- Implement a recycle bin/trash feature
- Add option to loop video playback
- Improve video scrubbing and seeking

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,153)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filebrowser-documents-manager/id364738545/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excelente

*2026-07-25, version 26.5*

Lo más sorprendente es su velocidad, además de todas las funciones que integra.

### 5/5 — Le top

*2026-07-16, version 26.5*

Le seul qui fonctionne Convenablement
Et en plus permet à du matériel Apple de se
Connecter entre-eux. Aucune application 
Apple n’est capable de le faire si parfaitement.

### 1/5 — Confusing Hierarchy

*2026-07-10, version 26.5*

Don't know if I should have bought the similar looking pro version, I like using it and use it often but don't like shady practices

Show or open the tailscale link when reauthentication is needed, I have to open termius, ssh through there first so it gives me the link before using this app to connect once a week.

### 1/5 — Samba is broken

*2026-07-06, version 26.5*

last update broke smb

### 1/5 — new update is dumb

*2026-07-02, version 26.5*

why are you including video data at the cost of the scrub bar length? and the only way to turn it off is by toggling the overlay buttons which means i can't see where skip ahead or backwards is? i hate tapping around in the dark and i hate how little control the scrub bar lost. deleting this and going back to vlc i guess

### 1/5 — Confusing Hierarchy

*2026-06-26, version 26.4*

Don't know if I should have bought the similar looking pro version, I like using it and use it often but don't like shady practices

### 5/5 — The best

*2026-06-19, version 26.4*

This app is so good on iOS (phone and pad, and Apple TV), easy to install and connect to your local network.

### 5/5 — FileBrowser for iPad

*2026-06-18, version 26.4*

This app is an essential complement to the native Files app on iPadOS and iOS. FileBrowser’s multiple connection methods markedly ease file transfers from device to device. I consider this tool indispensable for file management in daily use.

### 4/5 — Einblendung der Lautstärke Einstellungoder Fortschritt  im Bild

*2026-06-12*

Ich anerkenne ja die vielen Verbesserungen, die ihr in den letzten Jahren gemacht habt. Trotzdem habt ihr mit dem aktuellen Update 26.4 wieder mal einen kleinen Bug eingebaut. Ist leider nicht reproduzierbar und tritt nur manchmal auf. Im 5 Sekunden Rhythmus wird die Lautstärke Einstellung eingeblendet, bleibt ein bis 2 Sekunden und wird dann wieder ausgeblendet, und das bei einem Video ohne Ton (alter Super8 Movie). Genauso wird der Fortschrittsbalken im Bild unerwünscht eingeblendet. Beides ist sehr störend und sollte schnell behoben werden. Ich kann aber bestens verstehen, wenn ihr den Fehler nicht so schnell findet, da er nicht reproduzierbar ist.

**Developer response:** Please email support@stratospherix.com with details of the issue and they will be happy to help you.

### 5/5 — Il Top del Top

*2026-06-11, version 26.4*

Uso questa app da quando è apparsa su AppStore, la migliore in assoluto nel suo genere!

## Frequently asked questions about FileBrowser

### What does FileBrowser do?

FileBrowser allows you to connect to and manage files on your home computers, network drives, and various cloud storage services directly from your iPad or iPhone. You can easily upload, download, copy, move, and edit files, as well as browse and view content using built-in viewers.

### What types of connections does FileBrowser support?

It supports connections to Windows, Mac, Linux computers, Time Capsule, NAS drives, portable WiFi drives, and protocols like SMB and Samba. Additionally, it integrates with cloud storage services such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, WebDAV, FTP, and SFTP.

### How much does FileBrowser cost?

Based on the provided information, FileBrowser is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating a one-time purchase for the app.

### Can I edit documents directly from network locations?

Yes, FileBrowser supports editing documents in-place. This means you can open a document from a network location using an appropriate app (like Word or Pages) and save your changes directly back to the original file without needing to copy it first.

### What are the key features for media consumption?

FileBrowser includes a photo viewer that lets you browse images from any connected location and display them on a TV via AirPlay or Chromecast. It also allows you to stream movie files or listen to music, with support for AirPlay and Chromecast, using its built-in viewers or streaming to other apps.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26.6 — 2026-08-21

New Features
* The WebDAV Server can now be enforced read-only.
* Markdown documents in local folders can now load images.
* Advanced Search options are now easier to configure.
* Bookmarks can now be used for video file playback positions.
* Video files can now be launched via a Bookmark URL.
* Added option to hide video file info panel.
* Improved performance deleting folders on WebDAV connections.
* Improved wording of in-app messages and help text.
* Image file properties can now be copied to the clipboard.

Bug Fixes
* Fixed Access Denied error when browsing OneDrive.
* Fixed Markup menu option not always appearing.
* Fixed slideshow stopping when displaying playback controls.
* Fixed hang when sending items on USB drives to the trash.
* Fixed temporary files not being purged promptly.

Thank you for helping to make our apps better. If you would like to rate or leave a review on the App Store, we look forward to hearing your feedback.

Unlike other file manager apps, we never gather any of your data. We also don't require you to create an account or register an email address with us.

### 26.5 — 2026-06-29

New Features
* Added Properties menu to video viewer.
* New files added externally to On My iPad/iPhone now have the Backup mode applied.
* Image Viewer's property panel now persists across image swipes.
* Added support for more Markdown formatting.
* Sort By Name now uses the same sort mode as Finder.
* Empty folders are now reported as such.

Bug Fixes
* Restored Image thumb tray icon on image viewer info panel.
* Restored the volume slider in the video viewer on iPad.
* Improved renaming of folders with leading dot characters.
* Improved performance of listing large folders.
* Improved unzipping archives containing non ASCII filenames.
* Improved message when removing an image from a Photo Library album.
* Reduced screen-update motion when changing the Use Trash option.
* Fixed loading of large images not completing.
* Fixed glitchy slideshow image transitions.
* Fixed web images closing the viewer when pinching to zoom.

Thank you for helping to make our apps better. If you would like to rate or leave a review on the App Store, we look forward to hearing your feedback.

Unlike other file manager apps, we never gather any of your data. We also don't require you to create an account or register an email address with us.

### 26.4 — 2026-05-21

New Features
* View HDR images at full dynamic range.
* Improved audio player UI.
* Improved image viewer UI.
* Thumbnails are now generated for office documents.
* Improved workflow when editing Markdown documents.
* New tabs are now added to the right of the active tab.
* Updated UI for local files web server.
* Improved long filename display in grid mode.
* Improved the image viewer swipe to dismiss feature.

Bug Fixes
* Fixed FTP listing showing wrong size for files > 2GB.
* Fixed crash when launching a Sync folder Home Screen favourite.

Thank you for helping to make our apps better. If you would like to rate or leave a review on the App Store, we look forward to hearing your feedback.

Unlike other file manager apps, we never gather any of your data. We also don't require you to create an account or register an email address with us.

### 26.3 — 2026-04-02

New Features
* Swipe to dismiss image viewer is now more responsive.
* Added support for JFIF images.

Bug Fixes
* Fixed grid mode not tappable after de-selecting files.

Thank you for helping to make our apps better. If you would like to rate or leave a review on the App Store, we look forward to hearing your feedback.

Unlike other file manager apps, we never gather any of your data. We also don't require you to create an account or register an email address with us.

### 26.2 — 2026-03-19

New Features
* Thumbnails are now generated for PSD and PSB files.
* Bulk rename format text now has a history list.
* The current tab can now be duplicated.
* The image viewer can now optionally avoid the dynamic island.
* Improved Bookmarks popup UI.

Bug Fixes
* Fixed the Pending Uploads screen missing the breadcrumb bar.
* Fixed Favorites list sometimes not working in the Files App.
* Fixed handling of trailing spaces when connecting to a Time Capsule.

Thank you for helping to make our apps better. If you would like to rate or leave a review on the App Store, we look forward to hearing your feedback.

Unlike other file manager apps, we never gather any of your data. We also don't require you to create an account or register an email address with us.

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