Alternatives
Calm alternatives to big file-transfer apps
thesend.app sends files up to 5 GB with a clean link. No account, no ads, no tracking. Compare us to the tools you already know.
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The calm WeTransfer alternative
The classic file transfer service, popular for sending up to 5 GB on the free plan.
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The calm Smash alternative
French file-transfer service with no hard size limit on the free plan, but slower uploads above 5 GB.
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The calm SwissTransfer alternative
Swiss-hosted file transfer with generous limits, run by Infomaniak.
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The calm Dropbox Transfer alternative
Dropbox's send-a-file feature, tied to a Dropbox account.
Why people switch to thesend.app
No ads, ever
Recipients see a clean download page. No banners, no upsell, no popups.
No account required
Drop a file, get a link. Sign in only if you want history, brand pages or larger limits.
Privacy by default
No third-party trackers. Files auto-expire and are deleted from storage.
Up to 5 GB free
Generous free limit. Pro and Brand plans go further with custom branding and longer retention.
Calm, fast design
A quiet interface that respects your attention. Works on any device, any browser.
Built in Europe
Hosted with European-friendly infrastructure, GDPR-aligned by design.