Stream Vessel

Seamless cloud browsing and files management for any S3 compatible storage

Stream Vessel is a powerful Chrome extension that transforms your browser into a complete S3 storage and file management solution. Browse, upload, download, and manage files across any S3-compatible cloud storage with an intuitive, professional interface - no command-line tools or complex software required. DIRECT AND PRIVATE ACCESS Stream Vessel communicates directly with your S3 storage. Your credentials are stored securely in your browser's encrypted storage and never pass through third-party servers. Complete privacy, maximum security. UNIVERSAL S3 COMPATIBILITY Works seamlessly with any Amazon S3 (AWS S3) and any S3-compatible storage service POWERFUL FEATURES Intuitive File Browser Tree-based interface for easy navigation with lazy loading for fast performance even with large buckets. Virtual scrolling handles thousands of files smoothly. Expand and collapse folders with automatic state persistence so you can pick up where you left off. Multi-select support for efficient batch operations. Seamless File Operations Upload single or multiple files with real-time progress tracking. Download files directly to your computer with streaming support for large files. Create folders and organize your storage structure. Copy and move files between folders and even between different buckets. Bulk delete operations with safety confirmations to prevent accidents. Support for large files with automatic multipart upload. Built-in Text and Code Editor Edit text and code files directly in your browser without downloading them first. Powered by Monaco Editor, the same editing engine used in Visual Studio Code. Syntax highlighting for over 50 programming languages. Make quick edits to configuration files, update website content, fix typos in documentation, or modify scripts - then save changes directly back to S3 with one click. Metadata Management View complete object metadata including. Edit metadata fields to fix incorrect MIME types or update caching behavior. Manage custom metadata headers for advanced use cases. Add your own metadata tags for better organization and categorization. Update metadata without re-uploading files, saving time and bandwidth. Connection Management Store unlimited S3 connections and switch between them instantly. Manage multiple AWS accounts, different providers, or separate development and production environments all from one interface. Built-in connection testing validates your credentials before saving. Import and export connections as JSON files for easy backup, sharing with team members, or transferring between computers. All credentials are encrypted and stored locally in your browser - never transmitted to third parties. PROFESSIONAL INTERFACE Clean, modern user interface with responsive design adapts to any screen size. Context menus provide quick access to all file operations. Smooth animations and transitions for a polished experience. SECURITY FIRST Your security and privacy are our top priorities. Credentials stored in Chrome's encrypted storage API (chrome.storage.local), protected by your browser's security infrastructure. All connections to S3 use HTTPS encryption. No data passes through third-party servers in extension mode. Open architecture allows you to verify the code yourself. Regular security updates to address any vulnerabilities. Support for bucket policies and IAM permissions for fine-grained access control. PERFECT FOR Developers: Quick access to S3 buckets during development without switching contexts. Deploy static websites and update content in real-time. Manage build artifacts and deployment packages. Edit configuration files on the fly. Download application logs for debugging. Upload and organize code repositories. Test file upload/download functionality. Manage CDN assets and resources. Content Creators: Upload and organize photos, videos, and media files. Share large files with clients using presigned links instead of email attachments. Manage website assets like images, stylesheets, and scripts. Backup creative projects and works in progress. Organize content libraries by project, date, or category. Quickly update website content without FTP clients. IT Professionals: Manage backup repositories across multiple locations. Access and download log archives for analysis. Deploy configuration files to production systems. Monitor storage usage across different buckets. Organize system data and automation scripts. Maintain disaster recovery files. Store and retrieve database backups. Data Teams: Browse and explore datasets stored in S3. Upload data files for processing pipelines. Manage data archives and historical records. Access data lakes for analysis. Download query results and processed data. Organize raw and processed data separately. Share datasets with team members securely. Small Businesses: Store and share business documents securely. Manage website files without technical expertise. Backup important business data regularly. Share files with clients professionally using time-limited links. Organize files by department, project, or date. Reduce costs by using any S3-compatible provider. GETTING STARTED Getting started with Stream Vessel is simple: 1. Install Stream Vessel from the Chrome Web Store 2. Click the extension icon in your Chrome toolbar 3. Add your first S3 connection by entering your access key, secret key, and service endpoint 4. Click the Test Connection button to verify everything works 5. Save your connection and start browsing your files immediately No complicated setup, no configuration files, no learning curve - just install and go. If you already have S3 credentials, you can be up and running in under two minutes. WHAT YOU NEED To use Stream Vessel, you need: - An S3-compatible storage account from any provider - Access key and secret key credentials from your storage provider - The service endpoint URL for your S3 service - Google Chrome browser version 88 or later (or compatible Chromium-based browser) TECHNICAL DETAILS - Fully compliant with Chrome Manifest V3 specifications - Supports both path-style and virtual-hosted-style URLs for maximum compatibility - Handles large files efficiently with streaming downloads - Automatic multipart upload for files larger than 5MB - Smart retry logic for network interruptions. WHY CHOOSE STREAM VESSEL No Vendor Lock-in: Unlike provider-specific tools, Stream Vessel works with ANY S3-compatible service. Switch providers anytime without changing tools or retraining your team. Privacy-Focused: Your data stays between you and your S3 storage. No intermediary servers, no data collection, no tracking. In extension mode, everything runs locally in your browser. Powerful Yet Simple: Professional-grade features in an interface anyone can use. No command-line expertise required, but powerful enough for advanced users. Fast and Efficient: Direct connections to your S3 storage mean faster operations. No proxy servers slowing things down. Optimized code for smooth performance even with large file lists. Always Accessible: Access your cloud storage from any computer with Chrome installed. No software to install on each machine - just add the extension and import your connections. Actively Maintained: Regular updates with new features, performance improvements, and security patches. Responsive to user feedback and feature requests. Cost Effective: No subscription fees or per-user licensing. You only pay for your S3 storage costs with your provider. Use with free S3 tiers for zero-cost file management. PERMISSIONS EXPLAINED Stream Vessel requires the following Chrome permissions: Storage: Allows the extension to securely store your S3 connection credentials locally in your browser using Chrome's encrypted storage API. Your credentials never leave your device. Tabs: Enables the extension to open its interface in new browser tabs when you click the toolbar icon. Required for the extension to function properly. Identity: Used for extension identification and authentication with Chrome's extension system. Cookies: Manages session state within the extension interface for a smooth user experience. All permissions are used solely for extension functionality. No data is collected, transmitted, or shared with third parties. CONTACT US Please send your question, error reports and features request to support@streamvessel.com