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PolyUploader vs StarDots
PolyUploader focuses on generic file uploads to multiple hosts, lacking built-in CDN and transformation tools.
PolyUploaderUpload your files remotely to different hosts
StarDotsYour All-in-One Image Hosting and Transformation Powerhouse!Which to pick
Pick PolyUploader if you want…
- Multi-host file uploading
- A free, open-source tool
Pick StarDots if you want…
- Image hosting with on-the-fly transformations
Side by side
- What it is
- PolyUploader:PolyUploader lets you upload files from local storage or URLs to 130 hosts simultaneously, with history and profile management.
- StarDots:StarDots is an image hosting service with built-in URL-driven transformations and CDN delivery.
- Best for
- PolyUploader:Multi-host file uploading
- StarDots:Image hosting with on-the-fly transformations
- Who it’s for
- PolyUploader:Developers and power users who need fast multi-host file uploads without an account.
- StarDots:Developers, designers, photographers and content creators who need fast, editable image hosting.
- Pricing
- PolyUploader:Free
- StarDots:Freemium
- Plans
- PolyUploader:—
- StarDots:Free $0/Month · Pro $4/Month per month · Premium $8/Month per month
- Open source
- PolyUploader:Yes, 389 GitHub stars
- StarDots:—
- Works with
- PolyUploader:—
- StarDots:Open API, Browser Extension, Custom Domain, CDN, PWA
PolyUploader features
- Multi-host upload. Upload files from local storage or a URL to 130 supported hosts in one operation.
- API key integration. Link your own API keys for compatible hosts to use personal accounts.
- Upload history. View a detailed history with expiration status and delete buttons for each upload.
- Upload profiles. Create and manage profiles to automate frequent upload tasks.
- Single sharing link. Generate one link that bundles multiple host links for easy sharing.
- Cross-platform binaries. Native installers for Windows, Linux (AppImage, .deb, .rpm) and macOS.
StarDots features
- Instant Image Resizing. Resize images to any dimension via URL parameters with a single click.
- Gaussian Blur. Apply adjustable blur effects directly through the image URL.
- Image Rotation & Quality Control. Rotate images and fine-tune compression/quality for optimal performance.
- Fast Global CDN Hosting. Images are delivered via a worldwide edge network for low latency.
- Custom Domains & SSL. Use your own domain and automatic certificate management.
- Open API & Browser Extension. Integrate programmatically or via the StarDots Assistant extension.
- Access Permissions. Set private or public access and manage download/delete rights.
- Data Migration. Move existing image collections into StarDots with a simple migration tool.
PolyUploader vs StarDots FAQ
Is PolyUploader or StarDots free?+
PolyUploader is free. StarDots has a free plan; paid plans start at $4/month (Pro).
Which is cheaper, PolyUploader or StarDots?+
PolyUploader is free, so it costs less. StarDots starts at $4/month (Pro).
Is PolyUploader or StarDots open source?+
PolyUploader is open source (spel987/PolyUploader on GitHub, GPL-3.0 license). DevHunt has no public source repository on record for StarDots.
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