Developer Tools
TinyServer
TinyServer serves a selected folder of static files over local Wi-Fi from an unlocked mobile device.
Preview an authorized static site on a local network
Directory listing, a friendly local URL and access logs help inspect a small file set.
Keep in mind: It cannot run in the background or host PHP/Rails backends; app switching interrupts availability, and cellular access is not supported.
Inside the app
Official product images
What you can do
- Serve a selected local or iCloud folder
- Browse directory listings and access logs
- Use the described basic-auth option
Good for
- Developers previewing nonconfidential static material on a trusted network.
Consider alternatives for
- Users expecting permanent public hosting or server-side execution.
Limitations & considerations
- Captured minimum: iOS 16.0.
- It cannot run in the background or host PHP/Rails backends; app switching interrupts availability, and cellular access is not supported.
Privacy & permissions
Anyone with applicable network access may reach served files; restrict the folder and do not rely on plain HTTP basic auth for confidential data.
Sources & review notes Updated Nov 11, 2026
Reviewed by iApp4Me Editorial Team. Recommendations use the linked documentation and attributed accounts; device observations are identified separately.
- US App Store developer description
Complete description, download price and compatibility metadata captured 2026-11-02.
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