Choosing the right way to send files can be confusing. We compared popular file-sharing options with our own platform so you can see how we differ when it comes to privacy, speed, limits, and ease of use.
Quick Comparison Overview
Here’s how we compare to WeTransfer, Google Drive, Dropbox, and SendAnywhere on the things that matter most for quick, private sharing.
| Feature | WeTransfer | Google Drive | Dropbox | SendAnywhere | Our Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Account required | No (free) / Yes (Pro) | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Files stored on servers | Yes | Yes | Yes | Optional | No — direct P2P |
| End-to-end / direct encryption | In transit only | In transit + at rest (their keys) | Similar | P2P option | Direct P2P, no server copy |
| File size limits (free) | ~2 GB | 15 GB total | 2 GB per file | 10 GB | Browser-dependent, no fixed cap |
| Expiring links / auto cleanup | Yes (7 days) | Manual | Manual | Yes | Room-based, no long-term storage |
| Install required | No | No (web) / optional app | Optional | Optional app | No — browser only |
Where we stand out: Our platform is built for direct peer-to-peer transfers. Files go from your device to the recipient’s without being uploaded to our servers, so we never store or scan your files. No account is required to send or receive.
WeTransfer vs Our Platform
WeTransfer is great for one-off sends with a simple link. The tradeoff: files are stored on their servers for a set period and they can access them. We don’t store files at all—the transfer happens directly between you and the receiver in the browser.
Google Drive & Dropbox vs Our Platform
Google Drive and Dropbox are built for cloud storage and sync. You need an account, and your files live on their infrastructure under their policies. Our site is focused on one-time or ad-hoc sharing: create a room, share the link, transfer, and when the session ends there’s nothing left on our side.
SendAnywhere vs Our Platform
SendAnywhere offers both cloud and P2P modes. We’re P2P-only by design: no optional server storage means no risk of your files lingering on our systems. Both work in the browser; we emphasize simplicity and “no account, no server copy” as the default.
When to Use Our Platform
- You want to send files without creating an account.
- You prefer that files never touch our servers.
- You’re sharing sensitive or one-off files and want minimal footprint.
- You’re on different devices (e.g. phone to laptop) and want a quick browser-based transfer.
When to Use Something Else
Stick with Google Drive or Dropbox if you need ongoing storage, sync across devices, or collaboration features (comments, version history). Use WeTransfer if you’re fine with server storage and want a well-known brand with a fixed free tier.
We’re not trying to replace cloud storage—we’re offering a different option: fast, browser-based, peer-to-peer file sharing with no account and no server-side copies. Try us next time you need to send a file and see how it compares for you.