TMSU
tmsu.org
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- TMSU tags files and provides a virtual filesystem for accessing them by tag from other applications.Read 12 Oct 2026 · tmsu.org
- Supported platforms
- Linux,macOS,WindowsRead 21 Sep 2026 · tmsu.org
- Free plan
- YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · tmsu.org
- Support
- The FAQ directs users to report bugs or suggestions through the issue tracker or mailing list.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Database
- TMSU uses an SQLite database that can be accessed with SQLite tools.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Dependencies
- FUSE and SQLite3 must be installed for TMSU to function.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Install options
- The project lists packages for Ubuntu, Arch, and Nix/NixOS, binaries for a limited set of platforms, and source installation.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Move and rename limitation
- TMSU does not automatically detect file moves or renames; its FAQ recommends running repair after filesystem changes.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- No GUI
- The FAQ states that TMSU has no graphical user interface.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Non-destructive
- TMSU leaves files unchanged and maintains its own database for the tagged view.Read 12 Oct 2026 · tmsu.org
- Platform limitation
- The FAQ says Windows builds have no virtual filesystem support yet.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Security and compliance
- The project pages opened do not state security certifications or compliance claims.Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
- Tag queries
- The query language supports and, or, not, parentheses, and comparisons against tag values.Read 12 Oct 2026 · tmsu.org
- Virtual filesystem
- The virtual filesystem exposes tag and query views and represents files as symbolic links to their original locations.Read 12 Oct 2026 · tmsu.org
Plans and prices
TMSU Free No paid tiers or usage limits stated Read 12 Oct 2026 · github.com
Where Specifiction places it
- File Manager Software#83 of 1007.4