Build a Cloud Storage Management Web App (Google Drive Clone Lite)

Managing and sharing files online has become a daily need. Building a scalable cloud-based file manager empowers users to access, store, and share their documents, images, and videos securely without relying on third-party services.

Develop a web app similar to a lightweight Google Drive where users can upload files, create folders, move or rename items, preview common file types (like PDFs, images), and generate shareable links with access control options.

Users register and get access to a personal cloud storage space. They upload files (documents, images, videos), organize files into folders, and manage them securely. Files can be previewed or shared externally through secure links with optional expiry and access restrictions.

• Register/login and receive a private file storage area with usage limit per user.
• Drag-and-drop or browse to upload files and create folders for organization.
• Preview files (PDFs, images, text) directly inside the app using preview modules.
• Generate public/private shareable links with access permissions and expiration options.
• Manage file versions (optional) — upload new versions while preserving access history.

• Building a Google Drive Clone with React and Node
• Using AWS S3 for File Uploads in Node.js
• Drag-and-Drop File Upload in React
• MongoDB Schema Design for File Storage Systems
• Firebase Storage for Web Applications
• Security Best Practices for File Upload APIs