10+ File Sharing Tools
These tools help you send, store, and work on files with others.
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Google Drive
paidGoogle Drive offers scalable cloud storage with AI-powered search and collaboration features, enabling teams to store, share, and manage files securely from any device. It integrates with Google Workspace apps and supports real-time editing of multiple file types.
HTTP Commander
paidHTTP Commander is a web-based file management tool that enables secure external access to existing SMB shares and Windows file systems. It integrates with Active Directory for user authentication and supports editing Office documents online or via desktop applications. The software is hosted on the user's own server, a
FileZilla
freemiumFileZilla is a fast, reliable, and cross-platform FTP client and server supporting FTP, FTPS, and SFTP protocols with an intuitive graphical interface. It is open source and distributed free of charge.
WinSCP
freemiumWinSCP is a Windows file manager and transfer client supporting FTP, SFTP, SCP, WebDAV, and Amazon S3. It offers a graphical interface, scripting, automation, and integration with Windows and PuTTY for secure file transfers and management.
SendThisFile
freemiumSendThisFile enables businesses to send, receive, and manage large files securely with AES-256 encryption, customizable access controls, and detailed transfer activity tracking. It supports file requests, branding, and website integration for customer uploads.
ForkLift 4
freemiumForkLift 4 is a macOS file manager and FTP client enabling efficient file management across local drives and remote servers with support for FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Amazon S3, and cloud storage services.
SlideServe
freemiumSlideServe is a free service that allows users to upload, share, and view PowerPoint presentations and documents online. It offers tools for creating presentations, articles, surveys, quizzes, lead forms, and e-books. The platform supports public and private sharing and provides analytics and lead generation features.
Hightail
freemiumHightail by OpenText enables secure transfer of large files, real-time collaboration, and management of creative review processes. It integrates with Adobe Creative Cloud and cloud storage services, supporting creative teams and agencies.
ShareFile
paidShareFile offers secure file sharing, client collaboration, e-signature, and automated workflows in a governed workspace designed for regulated industries like accounting, legal, finance, insurance, and healthcare.
Video to Link
freeVideo to Link turns a video file into a shareable URL in seconds. Upload an MP4, MOV, WebM, MKV, or M4V (up to 100MB) and get a clean link that plays in the browser and unfurls as a preview card in Slack, Discord, WhatsApp, and X — no account or app needed to watch.
LocalSend
freeLocalSend enables users to share files, photos, videos, documents, or text across nearby devices without using the cloud or requiring an internet connection. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, providing end-to-end encrypted transfers over local Wi-Fi with optional PIN verification for added security.
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Frequently asked questions
Which file sharing tools are completely free?
LocalSend and Video to Link cost nothing and have no paid tier. LocalSend is open source and moves files over local Wi-Fi without touching the internet. Video to Link lets you upload a video and get a shareable link instantly. No sign-up is needed for files up to 100MB. Guest links expire after 21 days unless you create a free account to make them permanent.
Which tools work without an internet connection?
LocalSend is the only tool here that works entirely offline. It transfers files over a local Wi-Fi network, keeps data inside that network, and requires no internet at all. Every other tool here relies on cloud servers or internet connectivity. The trade-off is that all devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network and have the LocalSend app open.
Which tool handles the largest file transfers?
Hightail supports transfers up to 500GB, the largest limit among these tools. Its free plan is capped at 100MB per file, so large transfers require a paid plan starting at $12 a month billed annually. Google Drive plans start at $7.00 per user per month with no free option.
Which tool is built for sending documents to clients securely?
ShareFile is the only tool here built around client portals, and it also includes e-signatures, workflow steps, encryption, and audit trails. It starts at $18.15 per user per month and has no free plan. It suits teams that send contracts or regulated documents regularly, not someone who needs a quick one-off transfer.
Can I share a video without uploading it to a cloud storage service?
Yes. Video to Link converts a video into a shareable URL without re-encoding the file or storing it in a full cloud service. No sign-up is needed for files up to 100MB. Guest links expire after 21 days; a free account makes them permanent. It does not offer cloud storage or document collaboration, just a direct playable link.
Which tools support working on documents together in real time?
Google Drive is the tool here built for Document Collaboration, with real-time editing across file types and shared drives for teams. ShareFile supports document workflows too, but its focus is on routing documents for approval and signature rather than live co-editing. Google Drive starts at $7.00 per user per month with no free plan.