Hierarchy-Aware Booru Tagging for NAS
TL;DR
Self-hosted Docker app for NAS administrators managing 1,000+ media files that tags files *in-place* with booru-style aliases/implications (e.g., "cat = feline", "dog → animal") via a web UI so they can search/filter collections across devices without renaming files or breaking folder hierarchies, cutting weekly tagging time by 5+ hours
Target Audience
Media archivists, content creators, and NAS administrators managing 1,000+ files who need booru-style tagging without renaming files or breaking folder structures.
The Problem
Problem Context
Users manage large media libraries on NAS drives but struggle to tag files without breaking their folder structures. They need a tool that respects existing directories while offering advanced tagging like booru software—without renaming or moving files.
Pain Points
Current tools either rename files (destroying hierarchy) or lack booru-style tagging (aliases, implications). Users waste hours manually organizing files and can’t access their tagging system from phones or other devices due to missing web UIs.
Impact
Disorganized files slow down workflows, make retrieval difficult, and waste time. For professionals, this translates to lost productivity and missed revenue opportunities from delayed content delivery or archiving.
Urgency
Users can’t ignore this because manual tagging scales poorly. As their libraries grow, the problem becomes unmanageable, forcing them to either accept disorganization or spend even more time on workarounds.
Target Audience
Media archivists, content creators, booru enthusiasts, and NAS administrators who need to organize thousands of files while preserving their existing folder structures.
Proposed AI Solution
Solution Approach
A self-hosted, Docker-compatible web app that tags files *in-place- (no renaming/moving) while respecting folder hierarchies. It combines booru-style tagging (aliases, implications) with a clean web UI for cross-device access.
Key Features
- Booru-Style Tagging: Supports aliases (e.g.,
cat = feline) and implications (e.g.,dog → animal). - Web UI: Accessible from any device via browser.
- Docker + Portainer: Easy self-hosting on NAS or local servers.
User Experience
Users mount their NAS directory, tag files via the web UI, and see changes reflected instantly—all while keeping their original folder structure intact. They can search, filter, and manage tags from anywhere, saving hours weekly.
Differentiation
Unlike Szurubooru (renames files) or TagStudio (no web UI), this tool *preserves hierarchy- while offering booru-level tagging. It’s the only solution that does both without requiring file moves or metadata changes.
Scalability
Starts with a free tier for small libraries (<1,000 files) and scales to paid plans for larger collections. Future features (AI tagging, bulk operations) can be added as upsells.
Expected Impact
Users regain control over their media libraries, save 5+ hours/week on tagging, and access their organized files from any device. For professionals, this restores workflow efficiency and reduces revenue risks from disorganization.