Simple Server: HTTP Server

Simple Server: HTTP Server

Share Files over Web Server

8 ratings
16 reviews
#40 in paid Developer Tools
🔧 Utilities
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$3.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 18, 2022
  • November 29, 2025

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About

Easily share files and folders from your iPhone or iPad to other devices on the same local network. Browse and manage your files through a web browser, with optional username and password protection. Access logs provide detailed request information.

Share folders and files locally
Browse and manage files via web browser
Username/password protection
Access logs
Static HTML preview on iPad
iCloud folder sharing
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What's New in Simple Server

1.13

November 29, 2025

- Small fixes for working "Open in Safari" in the cellular network.

Charts

Top Paid

The app has maintained its position at 40 recently.

Last updated on July 23, 2026.

User reviews

Great app but mine was hacked by a gold iOS edition designer.

Hello, I love your app when it is working. But a Reno/Placerville CA Gold iOS edition designer and his PI counterparts all but ruined most apps by porting them to HTML5 and making most features just a UI and some graphics with no actual functionality. It’s a work around for a group who was banned from tech and has to report who they are to their neighbors.
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Response from developer

Hello? It's not related to this app or this company.

The 500 a simple hate group

Hello, I love your app when it is working. I have an iPhone that was supporting it until this group came to my town and ran full bandwidth connections to each home without permission. Since then I can’t get your app to work because they port everything to something like Java or html5

App GUI gets lost / App GUI geht verloren

iPad OS 26.2 > When you tap on the squares with the upward arrow in the app after starting the WebServer service, the GUI disappears and nothing happens. I would expect the browser to open and a folder listing to be displayed.

iPad OS 26.2 > Wenn man in der App, nach dem Start des WebServer Dienstes, auf die Quadrate mit dem Pfeil nach oben tippt, dann verschwindet die GUI und nichts passiert. Erwarten würde ich, dass der Browser sich öffnet ein Ordner Listing angezeigt wird.
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exactly what I needed

simple and works

Response from developer

Thank you for your review!

Does not work in background

Other http servers offer this option

Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. We agree. However, Apple restricts apps from running in the background, except for music players and certain other apps. Furthermore, HTTP Servers are not included in the list of exceptions.

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FAQ

What is Simple Server used for?

Simple Server allows you to share folders and files from your iPhone or iPad to other devices on the same local network. You can then browse and manage these files using a web browser on any connected device.

How do I start sharing files with Simple Server?

To share a folder, first select it within the app (from your device or iCloud), then tap 'Start Server'. You can then access the shared files from another device on the same network via its IP address in a web browser.

Can I secure my shared files with Simple Server?

Yes, Simple Server allows you to set a username and password for sharing and managing your files. This adds a layer of security to prevent unauthorized access to your shared content.

Does Simple Server work over cellular data?

No, Simple Server only works within a local WiFi network or a local wired network. You cannot connect to the web server via a cellular network.

What happens if I switch apps or turn off my screen while Simple Server is running?

Simple Server must run in the foreground to operate. If you switch to another app or turn off your screen, the web server will stop. On iPhone, the server status will recover when you return to the app, but on iPad, you can utilize Split View for continuous operation.

What kind of information is available in the Access Logs?

The Access Logs display detailed information about requests and responses, including the HTTP method, URL, remote IP address, and the time of access. This can be useful for monitoring activity on your server.

Is Simple Server available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Simple Server is designed for iOS devices, specifically iPhones and iPads. There is no information indicating support for Android devices.

How often is Simple Server updated?

The latest version of Simple Server is 1.13, and it was last updated on November 29, 2025. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.