s3Express Guide

• Introduction
• Download and Install S3Express
• Launch S3Express
• Configure Crecentials & Settings
• Creste Bucket
• Upload File to S3 Bucket
• List Data From Bucket
• Delete Data From Bucket
• Conclusion

Introduction

S3Express is a powerful Windows command-line utility that allows you to manage S3 buckets with ease using either HTTP or HTTPS protocols. This guide walks you through setting up, configuring, and using S3Express to manage your object storage on custom endpoints like those offered by Psychz Networks.

Step 1: Download & Install S3Express

• Head over to the official S3Express website and download the .exe installer file.

• Run the downloaded file and complete the installation on your Windows machine.

Note: S3Express offers a 21-day free trial. After that, you can purchase a license or uninstall the tool.

Step 2: Launch S3Express Terminal

• After installation, open the S3Express Terminal from the Windows Start Menu.

• You’ll now have access to the S3Express command-line environment.

Step 3: Configure S3 Credentials and Settings

Save S3 Access Credentials

Use the saveauth command to store your S3 access credentials:

Output:

S3 Authorization Saved.

This securely saves your Access Key ID and Secret Access Key.

Important: Use the Access Key and Secret Access Key that you copied when creating the sObject from the dashboard.

Set a Custom Endpoint

Use the setopt command to define a custom S3 endpoint:

Example output:

Endpoint [default:s3.amazonaws.com] (-endpoint) : sobject.uswest1.psychz.net

Change the Communication Protocol

Choose HTTPS for secure communication:

Disable SSL Certificate Validation (If Needed)

For custom or self-signed certificates, disable validation:

Use this only if required by your storage setup.

Step 4: Create a Bucket

Once configuration is complete, create a new bucket:

Output:

Done. Bucket created: bucket_name

Step 5: Upload a File from System to S3 Bucket

To upload a local file to your bucket:

Important: File path is enclosed in quotes.

Step 6: List Data from a Bucket

To see what's inside a bucket:

Example output:

Bucket: bucket_name test_file.txt 3.14MB 2025-04-16 07:27:55 cmtqlrxy59khkj3 STANDARD 1 File (3.14MB = 3289088B)

Step 7: Delete Data from the Bucket

To delete an object or contents from a bucket:

Confirmation message:

Press 'Esc' to stop ... Done. Deleted 1 object.

Conclusion

S3Express makes it incredibly simple to manage your object storage from the command line using custom endpoints and secure protocols. Whether you're uploading files, organizing buckets, or cleaning up data, this tool helps you do it all efficiently without leaving your terminal.