Since WeTransfer changed its privacy policy to now allow user files to be used for commercial purposes and AI training, many people are searching for secure alternatives to send big files. Luckily, there are plenty of free services that let you send files reliably and without registration—without using your data for their own gain. Below are the top options available right now that I’d recommend.
🏔️ 1. SwissTransfer
My personal favorite is SwissTransfer. This service from Swiss company Infomaniak is similar to WeTransfer, but without reusing your data. You can send up to 50 GB per transfer without creating an account—which is awesome, because I hate having to make accounts for every little thing. Your files are stored with encryption, and you can set how long they stay available (up to 30 days), how many times they can be downloaded, and whether they’re password-protected. Thanks to Switzerland’s strict privacy laws, your data is truly safe here.
🚀 2. TransferNow
TransferNow also works like WeTransfer (but of course doesn’t use your data) and lets you send up to 5 GB per transfer without an account. You can protect files with a password and choose between sending via email or a download link. It does offer much less space per transfer than SwissTransfer.
🔒 3. Smash
Smash is a minimalist tool that lets you send up to 2 GB for free without registering. Files stay available for up to 7 days and can be password-protected. Smash is fast and simple—no frills.
📁 4. SendGB
SendGB allows you to send up to 5 GB without logging in. For smaller files (up to 250 MB), you can even set a retention period of 90 days. It offers password protection and a self-destruct option once the file is downloaded. Simple, fast, and secure. That self-destruct feature is actually pretty cool—imagine needing to send someone a password, this could be handy for peace of mind. This website does look a bit more chaotic, so you need to see through that a bit if you want to use this option.
You probably don’t need more than these options. In practice, you’ll likely stick with one favorite—just like WeTransfer used to be for many people. But now that they’ve changed their policy, it’s really time to switch, if you ask me.