Fileside

Spec sheet

Product

Fileside is a desktop file manager for Mac and Windows that lets users build folder workspaces for projects.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Supported platforms

windows,macosRead 20 Sep 2026 · fileside.app

Free plan

NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · fileside.app

Support

The sole developer says users can email questions or feedback and that he reads and replies to all emails.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Maker

Fileside is made by sole developer Erik Jälevik, and the site says it is built in Berlin.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Application data

The app's end-user license says Fileside may periodically collect anonymous technical usage data to maintain and improve the software.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Archive support

YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · fileside.app

Cloud storage access

YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · fileside.app

Customization

Settings include fully reconfigurable keyboard shortcuts.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Desktop focus

Fileside says it is designed for computers and not for tablets or phones.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Dual-pane view

YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · fileside.app

File operations

The app provides folder merge strategies for conflicts and undo for file-system operations, pane configuration, and layout management.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Local-first

Fileside describes itself as local-first and says it helps users work with local drives instead of storing everything in the cloud.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Multi-pane browsing

Its tiled folder panes support more than two panes and automatically remember pane settings.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Network drives

On Mac, a network drive must first be mounted outside Fileside; Fileside says mounting from within the app is not yet supported.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Saved layouts

Users can create and save layouts of locations for different projects or workflows.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Search and previews

Fileside offers recursive folder search, thumbnail grid view, and in-pane or full-screen previews.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Trial and requirements

The fully functional trial lasts 30 days; Windows requires Windows 10 or later (64-bit), and Mac requires macOS 12 (Monterey) or later.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Website privacy

The privacy policy says the website uses no cookies or third-party behavioural tracking and collects no personal data from visitors unless they purchase the app.Read 12 Oct 2026 · fileside.app

Plans and prices

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Where Specifiction places it

• File Manager Software#62 of 1007.7