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Streamfile does painless point-to-point transfers with 256-bit encryption
Need a nice, simple way to share files securely with someone? Check out web-based Streamfile.
Free transfers work for anything up to 150Mb, and it's all Javascript - no Flash. The interface is uncluttered and straightforward: enter the recipient's email address, pick your file, agree to the terms, You're free to pass along the link to a friend as soon as it appears beneath your progress bar. Downloads are speedy and secure, thanks to 256-bit AES SSL encryption.
For those of you who need to send even larger files, there are two options. The free registered account gives you a 300Mb maximum, 48 hour expiration, and 5 concurrent download links.
Still not enough? $4.95 per month (or $39.95/year) gets you a 2Gb max, no limit on links, and expiration extends to a full two weeks. On top of that, you'll get delivery tracking and "more bandwidth," though no information is given as to what that actually means.
One thing worth noting in the TOS: "We may, however, also use your email address or other personally identifiable information to send commercial or marketing messages without your consent. Your e-mail address may also be made accessible to third parties with which Streamfile has entered agreements."
Mail delivery preferences can be changed in your account preferences, so head there and untick the necessary box to opt out.
Free transfers work for anything up to 150Mb, and it's all Javascript - no Flash. The interface is uncluttered and straightforward: enter the recipient's email address, pick your file, agree to the terms, You're free to pass along the link to a friend as soon as it appears beneath your progress bar. Downloads are speedy and secure, thanks to 256-bit AES SSL encryption.
For those of you who need to send even larger files, there are two options. The free registered account gives you a 300Mb maximum, 48 hour expiration, and 5 concurrent download links.
Still not enough? $4.95 per month (or $39.95/year) gets you a 2Gb max, no limit on links, and expiration extends to a full two weeks. On top of that, you'll get delivery tracking and "more bandwidth," though no information is given as to what that actually means.
One thing worth noting in the TOS: "We may, however, also use your email address or other personally identifiable information to send commercial or marketing messages without your consent. Your e-mail address may also be made accessible to third parties with which Streamfile has entered agreements."
Mail delivery preferences can be changed in your account preferences, so head there and untick the necessary box to opt out.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Peter said 6:08PM on 8-17-2009
So I get the privilege of paying for something many other services offer for free and I will get spammed. Sounds great, where do I sign up?
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10minute said 10:26PM on 8-17-2009
Just use 10minute mail, good bye spam :D
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Giles said 10:03AM on 8-18-2009
Peter, care to actually list any of those services?
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Peter said 1:21PM on 8-18-2009
Here's a list of quite a few. (Some of the links are broken)
http://lists.econsultant.com/top-10-online-file-storage-transfer-services-download-limit.html
(I have no affiliation with that site, it just came up in a search for "file transfer service free")
And, yes, before you get all picky on me, some of those don't offer every single feature Streamfile does, but I'm sure most of them will handle 99% of what most people need for free and without spam.
Actually, any business that specifically says "we will sell your data and spam you", shouldn't be trusted with your data regardless of whether they charge for the service or not.
Lee Mathews said 1:22PM on 8-18-2009
Let's just clarify Peter - they don't even collect your email at all on the free unregistered service, and you can easily opt-out on the registered account.
At least they're up front about it.
Giles said 1:57PM on 8-18-2009
Peter - Thanks for the list, but I'm familiar enough with being able to Google for a set of programs. I was hoping for a contribution of any personal experience and insight you may have as an alternative to Streamfile.
I've used a small handful of the apps listed, but so far have been mostly disappointed for a variety of reasons. Looks like I'm in the 1%. Like many other applications, certain ones have features I like while being driven crazy by others. Still looking for the perfect solution.
One of my current favorites is YouSendIt (http://www.yousendit.com/). It's fairly straightforward and has some nice options for Office users as it's able to integrate directly with apps such as Outlook. If you're managing a large group of users with varying levels of knowledge, this has been very much appreciated. One of my complaints is that I've experience some slow speed issues with the service. This is primarily why I'm going to be looking at Streamfile.
For what it's worth, if the only stumbling block to using a new service are spam concerns, why not use an email address, separate from your daily one(s), setup for the sole purpose of registration?
Peter said 3:50PM on 8-18-2009
Giles - I don't really use any file transfer services on a regular basis, so I can't comment on the other services. I have used Yousendit occasionally with good results.
The sarcastic comment was more to point out the absurdity of their business model. I don't really see how anyone can build a business around charging for transferring files when there are many, many ways to do it, most of which are free.
Lee - Just because they are up front about it doesn't make it right. And who really reads the TOS anyway. Nowadays most legitimate businesses respect their users' privacy so when you come across one that specifically says they don't, that should raise some concern.