Find Any File on Your Computer in Seconds

Powerful, Private, 100% Browser-Based File Search

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100% Private - Files Never Leave Your Device
No Installation Required
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Works Offline
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Free to Use

Powerful Features

Everything you need to find files quickly and efficiently

Search

Advanced Search

Search by filename, content, or use powerful regular expressions for precise matching.

Lightning Fast

Web Workers and indexed search ensure blazing-fast results even with thousands of files.

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Search Inside Files

Look inside PDFs, Word documents, text files, and more to find exactly what you need.

Filter

Powerful Filters

Filter by date, size, file type, and attributes to narrow down your search results.

Export

Export Results

Export your search results to CSV, JSON, or copy to clipboard for easy sharing.

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Dark/Light Mode

Choose between light and dark themes for comfortable viewing in any environment.

How It Works

Get started in three simple steps

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Select Folders

Choose the folder(s) you want to search through

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Enter Search Criteria

Type your search query and apply filters as needed

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View Results

Browse, preview, and export your search results

Why Choose FileLocater.net?

Feature FileLocater.net Desktop Apps
Installation Required ❌ No ✅ Yes
Cross-Platform ✅ Yes ❌ Limited
100% Private ✅ Yes ⚠️ Varies
Updates ✅ Automatic ❌ Manual
Free to Use ✅ Yes ⚠️ Often Paid

Who Uses FileLocater.net?

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Developers

Find code files, configuration files, and documentation across projects instantly.

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Writers

Organize and locate documents, notes, and research materials efficiently.

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Photographers

Manage and search through thousands of photos by name, date, or metadata.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FileLocater.net really free?

Yes! FileLocater.net is completely free to use. No hidden charges or premium features.

Are my files uploaded to your servers?

No. All processing happens in your browser. Your files never leave your device.

Which browsers are supported?

FileLocater.net works in modern browsers that support the File System Access API, including Chrome, Edge, and Opera.

Can I search network drives?

Yes, as long as the network drive is accessible from your browser, you can search it.

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