Catbox AlternativesImage Hosting Services and other similar apps like Catbox

Catbox is described as 'Free file hosting with no ads, allowing uploads up to 200 MB. You can upload indefinitely, support NSFW content, and track files with or without an account' and is a Image Hosting service in the file sharing category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Catbox, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Self-Hosted, Mac, Linux and Windows apps. The best Catbox alternative is Imgur, which is free. Other great sites and apps similar to Catbox are ShotsShare, Uguu.se, Lufi and Streamable.

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Catbox alternatives are mainly URL Shorteners, but if you're looking for Image Hosting Services or Photo Sharing Apps you can filter on that. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Catbox.
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Free file hosting with no ads, allowing uploads up to 200 MB. You can upload indefinitely, support NSFW content, and track files with or without an account.

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Catbox alternatives page was last updated Apr 15, 2025
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  1. Imgur icon
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    Free image hosting platform with editing tools, no signup required, supports JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, PDF, and animated uploads up to 200MB, 60-second video limit, GIFV conversion, and social sharing for memes and viral content.

    98 Imgur alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    Top Imgur Features

    1.  Anonymous upload
    2.  Private gallery
    3.  Image Sharing
    4.  Upload images
    5.  Upload Screenshot
    6.  Support for GIF
    7.  Unlimited storage
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Google Login
    11.  Custom fixed subdomains
    12.  Built-in Image editor

    Imgur VS Catbox

     
    Comments about Imgur as an Alternative to Catbox
    Guest
    Positive Sep 28, 2019
    -1

    Only site to upload and view files online

    Guest
    Negative May 15, 2020
    -1

    couldn't see anywhere to post an image, also site linked to wasn't even imgur.

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    • This alternative is disputed. Imgur is a legitimate Catbox alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Imgur is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to Catbox.

    • Imgur is the most popular free alternative to Catbox.

    • Imgur is Freemium and ProprietaryCatbox is Free and Proprietary
  2. ShotsShare icon
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    ShotShare is an open source, self hosted, bare bones image posting/sharing platform, it was built to allow friends to upload screenshots and send links to their friends without the constant barrage of ads/extraneous features.

    55 ShotsShare alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Image Sharing

    ShotsShare VS Catbox

     
    • ShotsShare is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Catbox.

    • ShotsShare is the most popular Open Source alternative to Catbox.

    • ShotsShare is Free and Open SourceCatbox is Free and Proprietary
    • ShotsShare is Privacy focusedCatbox is not according to our users
  3. Uguu.se icon
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    Uguu is a simple to use free file hosting service where files get deleted after 3 days. It lets you share your photos, documents, music, videos and more with others online.

    74 Uguu.se alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • JP flagJapan

    Platforms

    • Online

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  No registration required
    3.  Anonymous Secure Filesharing
    4.  File Hosting

    Uguu.se VS Catbox

     
    Comments about Uguu.se as an Alternative to Catbox
    undercovernormie
    Negative Sep 27, 2023
    0

    As of September 2023, uguu uploads are giving many but not all users a 503 Error, Connection refused. I will not longer be using it.

    Guest
    Positive Sep 22, 2019
    0

    Works basically the same way, just larger file size limit. Shame it's only for 24 hs.

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    • Most users think Uguu.se is a great Catbox alternative.

    • Uguu.se is Free and Open SourceCatbox is Free and Proprietary
    • Uguu.se is Privacy focusedCatbox is not according to our users
  4. Lufi icon
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    Lufi means Let's Upload that FIle. It's a E2E encrypted file sharing software.

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted

    Lufi Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Secure File Sharing
    3.  File Storage
    4.  Expiring Links

    Lufi VS Catbox

     
    • Lufi is the most popular Linux alternative to Catbox.

    • Lufi is Free and Open SourceCatbox is Free and Proprietary
  5. Streamable icon
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    Streamable is a US-based video hosting service specializing in fast and simple video uploading and sharing. Serving millions of creators and video professionals worldwide, Streamable lets users upload, create clips, trim, merge, and share multiple videos with a simple link.

    45 Streamable alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  No Coding Required
    2.  AirPlay Support
    3.  Support for 4K
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Unlimited storage
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Cloud Sync
    8.  Picture in Picture
    9.  Custom overlays
    10.  Full-Text Search
    11.  Video library
    12.  Crop video

    Streamable VS Catbox

     
  6. TinyURL icon
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    Are you sick of posting URLs in emails only to have it break when sent causing the recipient to have to cut and paste it back together? Then youve come to the right place. By entering in a URL in the text field below, we will create a tiny URL that will not break in email...

    151 TinyURL alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online

    TinyURL Features

    1.  HTTPS Support
    2.  SSL
    3.  Encrypted Connection
    4.  QR Code Recognition
    5.  URL Forwarding
    6.  Custom URLs

    TinyURL VS Catbox

     
    Comments about TinyURL as an Alternative to Catbox
    Guest
    Negative Oct 20, 2021
    1

    Catbox is a file uploader, and TinyURL is exclusively a URL shortener.

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    • TinyURL is Free and ProprietaryCatbox is also Free and Proprietary
  7. Linklog icon
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    LinkLog is an URL Shortener and IP grabber that lets you see tons of info about a person just by telling them to press a link.

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • PT flagPortugal
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Online

    Linklog Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Link Tracking
    4.  No Coding Required
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  No Tracking

    Linklog VS Catbox

     
  8. Horizon Pics icon
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    Your place to share photos, videos, documents, links, clipboards, and more. Fast, private and reliable.

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Mac
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Cloud Sync
    5.  Encrypted Backup
    6.  Built-in viewer
    7.  Passkey Support
    8.  Two-factor Authentication
    9.  File Hosting
    10.  Lossless quality
    11.  Custom Domain

    Horizon Pics VS Catbox

     
    • Horizon Pics is the most popular Mac alternative to Catbox.

    • Horizon Pics is Freemium and ProprietaryCatbox is Free and Proprietary
    • Horizon Pics is Privacy focusedCatbox is not according to our users
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    Anime-themed URL shortener.

    License model

    • Free PersonalProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Opera

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Link Tracking
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Opera extension

    Akari Link Shortener VS Catbox

     
  10. Gull icon
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    Gull is a url shortener inspired by an outdated and not maintained shorterner, mnml! Developer aeolyus brought new life in this project and is ready to use on the website or self hospitable with Docker.

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Docker
    • YunoHost
    • Self-Hosted

    Gull Features

    1. Docker icon  Support for Docker
    2.  Golang

    Gull VS Catbox

     
  11. SM.MS icon
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    Easy to use, online image hosting.

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad

    SM.MS Features

    1.  Dark Mode

    SM.MS VS Catbox

     
  12. doodstream icon
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    Make money by sharing videos.

    52 doodstream alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online

    doodstream VS Catbox

     
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