Large File Transfer Services

Imagine that you’re attempting to email someone close to you a video of your wedding, only to be told that the video you’re trying to send is too big to be sent via email. Imagine that the same problem occurs when trying to send it or any other large video or photo set via WhatsApp or Skype.

This is where these services that specialize in large file transfers come into play. Services such as WeTransfer and SendGB.com will ensure that you can send those wedding videos or family photo albums without a hitch.

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  1. LocalSend icon
     234 likes

    LocalSend is a free, open-source, cross-platform file-sharing tool designed to securely share files and messages with nearby devices over your local network without needing an internet connection. Here are some of its key features:

    • Large File Transfer Service
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  2. Nextcloud icon
     1086 likes

    On-premises file sync, universal access, integrated collaboration, real-time communication with privacy and data control focus.

    • Cloud Storage Service
    • FreeOpen Source
    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
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    • Self-Hosted
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  3. Syncthing icon
     800 likes

    Open-source, decentralized alternative ensuring data ownership with encrypted communication and peer-to-peer sync, void of central server reliance.

    • File Sync Tool
    • FreeOpen Source
    • Mac
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  4. KDE Connect icon
     318 likes

    Facilitates device communication, enabling notifications, SMS replies, file sharing, and remote control across multiple operating systems.

    • Mobile Remote Control Tool
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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  5. Send icon
     63 likes

    Send lets you share files with end-to-end encryption and a link that automatically expires. So you can keep what you share private and make sure your stuff doesn’t stay online forever.

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  6. OnionShare icon
     89 likes

    OnionShare is an open source tool that lets you securely and anonymously share files, host websites, and chat with friends using the Tor network.

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  7. PairDrop icon
     36 likes

    Local file sharing in your browser. Inspired by Apple's AirDrop. Fork of Snapdrop.

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  8. RetroShare icon
     158 likes

    RetroShare is a open source cross-platform, private and secure decentralized communication system. It lets you to securely chat, share photos, videos, and more, using OpenPGP to authenticate peers and .

    Network tab with contact list and broadcast subtab open. The subtab shows text and image sent by one contact to all connected contacts.
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  9. pCloud icon
     140 likes

    pCloud is a cloud- based digital asset management platform and cloud storage that provides access to all your digital content including images,video, audio,documents, and more- anytime, anywhere,on any device. Keep all of your important files safe and centralized in one place.

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  10. Pixeldrain icon
     56 likes

    Free online platform for efficient sharing of any type of file instantly with a simple upload process supporting rich media previews.

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  11. Wormhole icon
     38 likes

    Simple, private file sharing

    Wormhole lets you share files up to 10GB with end-to-end encryption and a link that automatically expires. So you can keep what you share private and make sure your stuff doesn't stay online forever.

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  12. WeTransfer icon
     106 likes

    Send files up to 2 GB for free with swift, simple transfers while WeTransfer Plus, at $12/month, offers up to 20 GB, extended availability, and password protection.

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    Best alternatives are SendGB.com iconSendGB.com237 alternatives
  13. BackBlaze icon
     103 likes

    Provides scalable cloud backup and storage with S3 API, offering enterprise-grade security and 1/5 the cost for secure data protection.

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  14. SwissTransfer icon
     27 likes

    SwissTransfer is a data transfer service that lets you send up to 50 GB. It’s free of charge, free of ads and it respects your privacy.

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  15. Phone Link icon
     30 likes

    Link your Android phone or iPhone¹ and PC to view and reply to text messages, make and receive calls and more – all right on your PC.

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