Niche File Sharing Website

[enivid]

Is it possible to run a niche file sharing website? How would one enforce uploading of niche files only and prevent unwanted stuff (porn, copyrighted, viruses) from being uploaded? Are there scripts that could already handle such tasks?

 

[BlogHue]

Is it possible to run a niche file sharing website?

Yes.

How would one enforce uploading of niche files only and prevent unwanted stuff (porn, copyrighted, viruses) from being uploaded?

Limiting permitted file types and manual complaint handling.

Are there scripts that could already handle such tasks?

Yes & No. Hire a competent developer and get one created for you.

However, if you're not sure about your business model and are not ready with a business plan (which is kind of apparent from your question) - I'd suggest against it.

 

[friedcalamad]

File sharing is very common. How will you differentiate yourself & do you have a solid plan to get traffic? That's the most important part. Otherwise, you'll spend time on a site & make no money. Because it's not a content site, you'll also want to do quick usability tests & get feedback from potential users.

 

[enivid]

It will be an add-on to an existing website with pretty loyal visitor base, so traffic is not the concern.

 

[world_elite]

if you don't make an affiliate programm, none would be interested in uploading staff which you are scared.

 

[enivid]

Makes sense.