Hoistbay is a free, open-source desktop app for macOS and Windows that simplifies working with Amazon S3 and CloudFront. It lets users browse and manage S3 buckets and CloudFront distributions without a backend or telemetry, keeping AWS keys stored locally in the OS keychain. The app is MIT licensed.
Hoistbay
Open-source desktop app for Amazon S3 and CloudFront
Hoistbay Introduction
Key Features
- Set header rules once (Cache-Control, Content-Type, Content-Encoding) by file pattern, applied on every upload
- Download whole folders from S3
- Clear CloudFront cache in one click
- Switch between AWS accounts instantly
- AWS keys stored in the OS keychain with no backend and no telemetry
Use Cases
- Deploying static sites and assets to S3 with consistent caching headers
- Invalidating CloudFront caches after publishing updates
- Managing multiple AWS accounts from a single desktop app
Why Startups Use It
Hoistbay removes repetitive steps from S3 and CloudFront workflows, letting small teams deploy and manage static assets quickly without building custom scripts or paying for managed tooling.
Alternative Options
Cyberduck, Transmit, S3 Browser
Frequently Asked Questions
Which platforms does Hoistbay support?
Hoistbay is available for macOS and Windows.
Is Hoistbay open source?
Yes, Hoistbay is MIT licensed and its code is available on GitHub.
Does Hoistbay send my AWS credentials anywhere?
No. Keys stay in your OS keychain, and the app has no backend and no telemetry.
How much does Hoistbay cost?
Hoistbay is free to use.
More About Hoistbay
PricingPaid
Listed DateOct 21, 2026
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