Local Server
The Local Server feature allows the Excellent Data Filler extension to communicate with a companion server application hosted locally on your machine. This unlocks advanced automation capabilities that require system-level or network-level operations, such as automated email dispatching, IMAP inbox verification, and secure local file processing.
To configure the server connection inside the extension, see the Extension Server Settings reference.
Installation
Follow these steps to set up and launch the Local Server:
Download
| Platform | Package | Version |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Download EDF Server (.zip) | v1.0.0 |
How to Run
- Download: Click the download link above to obtain
edf-server-v1.0.0.zip. - Extract: Right-click the downloaded zip archive and select Extract All... to unpack the files.
- Run Executable: Open the extracted folder and double-click
edf-server.exe. - Command Window: A console window will open, indicating that the server process is active.
- Browser Interface: The server web dashboard will launch automatically at http://127.0.0.10:8080/.
API Authorization Configuration
To establish an authenticated bridge between the browser extension and your local server:
- Open API Settings: Navigate to the server's API settings page: http://127.0.0.10:8080/settings/api.
- Enable Public API: Toggle the Public API switch to ON.
- Copy Token: In the API Authorization section, locate the
X-API-Tokenvalue and click the copy icon. - Configure Extension: Open the extension's Settings, locate the Extension Server section, and paste the token into the X-API-Token field.
Keep Server Running
Keep the command prompt window open while using local server automation features. Closing the console terminates the server process.
Server Interface
The Local Server web portal provides several management utilities:
- Dashboard: Monitor real-time server status, uptime, and active extension connections.
- Mail Accounts: Register and configure IMAP/SMTP email accounts for automation workflows.
- API Settings: Manage API authorization keys and toggle extension access.
- Audit Logs: Inspect a detailed chronological log of all incoming requests and operations.
Where to Use
The Local Server is utilized by automation fields that require background network or OS access:
- Get Mail from Local Server: Automatically retrieve emails or verification codes via IMAP.
- Send Mail from Local Server: Dispatch emails automatically via SMTP.
For a summary of all server-assisted fields, visit the Local Server Field Types catalog.
Security Considerations
- Local Execution: All communications between the extension and the server occur strictly over
localhost(127.0.0.10). - No Cloud Transmission: Account credentials and automated payloads are never sent to external servers or third-party clouds.
- Token Protection: Extension requests are authenticated using your unique local
X-API-Token.