Alternative to Internet Archive
I use the Internet Archive to upload my prolific output of music (over 300 albums), but since the DDoS attack of 2024, uploading has been unreliable, and I often encounter 503 errors, which disrupts my workflow. I'm looking for a free alternative that allows unlimited uploads, is privacy-friendly, and has an easy uploading process similar to the Archive's, where I can also share my books, short films, and music. I've considered P2P or setting up my own server, but I need guidance on the simplest approach.
Have you considered using a decentralized storage network like IPFS or Arweave? They offer permanent storage and are censorship-resistant. You can upload your files and they'll be accessible via a gateway, and you don't need to worry about server maintenance.
I've used a personal Nextcloud instance for similar purposes. It's free, open-source, and you can host it on a cheap VPS or even a Raspberry Pi. The upload process is straightforward, and you can organize your music, books, and films in one place. You just need to handle the server setup yourself, but there are many tutorials available.
For music specifically, you might look into Bandcamp. While it's not unlimited, it allows you to upload a large number of tracks for free, and you can set your own prices (including free). It's not privacy-focused, but it's a well-known platform for independent artists.
If you're open to P2P, you could use a tool like Syncthing to sync your music across devices, but that requires at least one always-on device. Alternatively, you could use a seedbox for your torrents, which would handle the storage and bandwidth for you, but that costs money.
I'd recommend setting up a simple file server using something like Samba or FTP on a spare computer or a cloud VPS. It's not as user-friendly as the Archive, but it gives you full control. You can use a script to batch upload your files with metadata, and you can access them from anywhere.