RawFiles: Your Private Media Gallery for Backblaze B2
Browse your Backblaze B2 cloud storage like a native photo and video gallery—with complete privacy and at a fraction of the cost.
The Problem with Today's Cloud Storage
Most cloud services treat your files as data to be analyzed, indexed, and monetized. When you upload photos or videos to services like Google Photos, iCloud, or Dropbox:
- Your identity is attached to every file—metadata is collected and often shared across backend services
- You pay premium prices for storage that's bundled with features you may not need
- You're locked into ecosystems that prioritize vendor lock-in over user freedom
Backblaze B2 offers a compelling alternative: simple, affordable object storage without the surveillance. But using B2 to browse media files feels like using a command-line tool when you want a visual gallery.
The Solution: RawFiles
RawFiles bridges the gap between Backblaze B2's powerful, affordable storage and the intuitive browsing experience you expect from a media gallery.
🔒 Privacy-First Design
Your files stay between your phone and B2—nothing in between.
Unlike other cloud apps that route your data through multiple backend services for processing, indexing, and analytics, RawFiles follows a simple principle:
- No backend processing—files are streamed directly from B2 to your device
- No metadata harvesting—we don't analyze your photos or build profiles
- No third-party tracking—your browsing habits remain private
Your media is yours alone. RawFiles is just a window to your B2 storage—not a data collection platform.
💰 Cost-Effective Storage
Why pay 3–5× more for the same storage?
| Service | Cost per TB/month | Includes processing/analytics |
|---|---|---|
| Backblaze B2 | $6 | No—just pure storage |
| Amazon S3 | ~$23 | No |
| Google Cloud Storage | ~$20 | No |
| Dropbox | ~$20 | Yes |
| iCloud | ~$10 | Yes |
| Google Photos | ~$10 | Yes |
Backblaze B2 provides enterprise-grade durability at consumer-friendly prices. RawFiles lets you use that storage for what it's perfect for: your personal media library.
📱 Gallery Experience for Object Storage
B2 wasn't designed for browsing photos—RawFiles fixes that.
Backblaze B2 is a general-purpose object storage system. While excellent for backups and data archiving, it lacks:
- Visual thumbnails for images and videos
- Smooth scrolling through media collections
- Intuitive organization by date, folder, or file type
- Quick previews without downloading entire files
RawFiles transforms your B2 buckets into a beautiful, responsive gallery that feels native to your Android device.
How It Works
- Connect your B2 account—just provide your application key and bucket name
- Browse instantly—see thumbnails of all images and videos in your bucket
- View full-screen—tap any media to view it in high quality
- Download when needed—save files locally with one tap
- Stay in control—your credentials never leave your device
No complex setup, no intermediate servers, no data processing pipelines. Just your phone talking directly to B2.
Who Is RawFiles For?
📸 Photography Enthusiasts
Store high-resolution photos without compression or quality loss, and browse them anywhere.
🎥 Video Creators
Keep your video projects in affordable cloud storage and preview clips on the go.
🔐 Privacy-Conscious Users
Want cloud convenience without the surveillance? B2 + RawFiles delivers.
💼 Small Business Owners
Archive documentation, receipts, and media in cost-effective storage with easy access.
🗄️ Data Hoarders (the organized kind)
Manage large media collections without breaking the bank on storage fees.
Why Choose RawFiles Over Alternatives?
| Feature | RawFiles + B2 | Google Photos | iCloud | Dropbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost per TB/month | $6 | $10+ | $10+ | $20+ |
| End-to-end privacy | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| No compression | ✅ | ❌ (free tier) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Direct cloud access | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| No vendor lock-in | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| API access to files | ✅ | Limited | Limited | Limited |
Get Started in Minutes
- Sign up for Backblaze B2 (if you haven't already)—first 10GB is free
- Create a bucket for your media files
- Generate an application key with read access
- Install RawFiles from the Google Play Store
- Enter your credentials and start browsing
That's it! No monthly subscriptions (beyond B2 storage costs), no hidden fees, no feature limitations.
Ready to Take Control of Your Cloud Storage?
Stop paying premium prices for storage that invades your privacy.
Stop struggling with object storage interfaces never designed for media browsing.
Start using Backblaze B2 the way it should be used—as your private, affordable, visual media library.
Questions?
How secure is RawFiles?
Your B2 application keys are stored securely on your device using Android's credential encryption. We never transmit them to our servers (we don't have any servers!).
Can I use multiple B2 buckets?
Yes! Add as many buckets as you need and switch between them easily.
What file types are supported?
All common image formats (JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP, HEIC) and video formats (MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, WebM).
Is there an iOS version?
Not yet—we're focused on delivering the best Android experience first.
What if I need help?
Contact us through the app's support section. We're a small team, but we respond to every query.
RawFiles: The missing gallery for Backblaze B2. Private, affordable, and actually usable.