Productivity · Web app

Transfer.zip

Encrypted file transfer web tool with no file size limits.

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Transfer.zip is an open-source, privacy-focused file sharing service that allows sending large files directly via encrypted links. Its free tier provides peer-to-peer quick transfers with no file size limits while the browser tab remains open, alongside paid plans for cloud storage and custom branding.

What it's for

  • Send massive raw video or archive files directly to a client without upload caps
  • Request file uploads from clients using a personalized upload link
  • Self-host a private file-sharing portal for an organization
  • Email download links directly to multiple recipients with custom domain branding

Features

  • No file size limit on free quick transfers
  • End-to-end encryption for transfers
  • Browser-based peer-to-peer sending while tabs stay open
  • Custom branding and custom domain support on paid plans
  • File request links allowing external uploads without accounts
  • Open-source codebase available on GitHub for self-hosting

Pricing

Freemium. Free for quick transfers; Starter at $6/mo billed yearly; Pro at $12.50/mo

Details

Type
Web app
Category
Productivity
Topic
File Sharing
Open source
Yes
Platforms
Web, Self-hosted
For
Freelancers, developers, and media creators who need to send large files securely.
Alternative to
WeTransfer, Smash
Tags
file transfer, p2p, privacy, encryption, open source, self hosted

Why it was saved

  • @kalypsodesigns, 21 December 2025: Allows ultra-fast and secure sending of large files directly between devices without storing files on external servers.

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