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# iPhone-Linux Transfer Service
A web-based application for transferring files and links between iPhone and Linux devices with a secure and user-friendly interface.
## Features
- **Upload and manage links and files:** Upload HTML links, images, and other files from your device.
- **Secure authentication:** User login with salted and hashed password storage for enhanced security.
- **Automatic lockout:** Users are locked out after multiple unsuccessful login attempts.
- **Device identification:** Uploaders are identified by device type and IP address.
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## Table of Contents
1. [Installation](#installation)
2. [Usage](#usage)
3. [Database Reset](#database-reset)
4. [Security](#security)
5. [Dependencies](#dependencies)
6. [Known Issues](#known-issues)
7. [Contributing](#contributing)
8. [License](#license)
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## Installation
### Prerequisites
- Python 3.x
- `pip` (Python package installer)
- `venv` module for creating virtual environments
- Required binaries: `flask`, `sqlite3`, `curl`, `openssl`
### Automated Installation
1. Clone this repository:
git clone https://github.com/kleinpanic/iphone-linux-transfer.git
cd iphone-linux-transfer
2. Run the installation script:
./install.sh
This script will:
- Check for the `venv` module and attempt installation if missing
- Check for required binaries and prompt you to install any that are missing
- Set up a virtual environment and install all Python dependencies
- Set up an Assets directory so the code can properly work
### Manual Installation
If you'd prefer to install everything manually, follow these steps:
1. Install Python 3.x and `venv`.
2. Create a virtual environment:
python3 -m venv venv
3. Activate the virtual environment:
- **Linux/Mac:** `source venv/bin/activate`
4. Install the required Python packages:
pip install -r requirements.txt
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## Usage
1. **Activate the virtual environment**:
- **Linux/Mac:** `source venv/bin/activate`
2. **Start the application**:
python app.py
The application will run on `https://127.0.0.1:5000` by default.
3. **Access the application**:
- Open your browser and go to `https://127.0.0.1:5000`.
### Available Features
- **Uploading:** Upload links, images, and other files.
- **Downloading:** Download uploaded content.
- **Renaming:** Rename uploaded files.
- **Preview:** Preview uploaded images directly from the app.
- **Delete:** Delete uploaded content.
- Curl: compable with curl ideally.
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## Database Reset
To start fresh with a new database setup, you can use the reset script provided:
1. Ensure your virtual environment is activated:
source venv/bin/activate
2. Run the reset script:
python reset_db.py
This will:
- Remove all existing entries from the database
- Reinitialize the tables for users and uploads
**Note**: Use this command with caution as it will remove all existing data.
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## Security
- Passwords are salted and hashed before being stored.
- After 3 unsuccessful login attempts, users are locked out, and their IP address is recorded in `locked_ips.txt`.
- To unlock a user, manually remove their IP from `locked_ips.txt`.
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## Dependencies
This project requires the following:
- **Python Packages** (specified in `requirements.txt`)
- `Flask`
- `Werkzeug`
- **System Binaries**
- `flask`
- `sqlite3`
- `curl`
- `openssl`
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## Known Issues
- The application is currently set up for development use. It is not secure for deployment in a production environment.
- Make sure you properly configure your firewall and network settings when using this application on a publicly accessible server.
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## Contributing
Contributions are welcome! Please follow these steps to contribute:
1. **Fork the repository** on GitHub.
2. **Clone your fork**:
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/iphone-linux-transfer.git
3. **Create a new branch** for your feature or bug fix:
git checkout -b feature-name
4. **Make your changes**, commit them, and push to your fork:
git add .
git commit -m "Description of your changes"
git push origin feature-name
5. Open a **Pull Request** on the main repository.
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## License
This project is licensed under the MIT License. Do whatever the fuck you want with it.
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## Support
For any issues or suggestions, please open an issue on the GitHub repository or contact me directly.