Dokan

Build Windows file systems in user mode with Dokan's FUSE-compatible library

About Dokan

Dokan is an open-source library that simplifies Windows file system development by providing a user-mode API and FUSE wrapper. It supports multiple languages, offers robust community backing, and enables secure, custom file system creation without kernel-mode complexity.

Key features

Developer-Friendly Interface

Dokan simplifies file system development with an intuitive API, reducing the need for deep kernel-mode expertise while maintaining full functionality.

Active Open-Source Community

Backed by a growing developer community, Dokan offers extensive support, documentation, and collaborative improvements for reliable file system projects.

Versatile File System Creation

Create custom file systems for cloud storage, network access, or virtualized data, tailored to your specific use case with Dokan's flexible architecture.

Multi-Language Support

Develop in C, C++, C#, or other languages with Dokan's cross-language compatibility, making it accessible for diverse development environments.

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