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FileShot vs OWL Transfer

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FileShot compared with OWL Transfer
Detail FileShot OWL Transfer
What it doesZero-knowledge encrypted file sharing with no account required Secure file sharing with end-to-end encryption and OneTimeView technology
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2024
Based inUS FR
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: 10 GB per file, 50 GB total storage, 90-day expiry. Pro: $10/month (billed monthly, $2.50/week), 100 GB per file, unlimited storage, up to 1 year expiry. Creator: $24/month, 300 GB per file, unlimited expiry. Professional: $38/month, 500 GB per file, HIPAA-ready with BAA. All plans include zer Free plan: 5GB volume, 10 sends over 30 days, 1 OneTimeView send per month. Basic free account: 10GB volume, 10 sends, 1 OneTimeView send. Premium: 9€/month with 150GB volume, unlimited sends, 15 OneTimeView sends. Premium Plus: 19€/month with 350GB volume, unlimited sends, 35 OneTimeView sends.
Key features
  • AES-256-GCM encryption in browser
  • Zero-knowledge architecture with key in URL fragment
  • Streaming encryption with 512 KB chunks
  • Expiry and burn-after-read options
  • P2P direct transfer via WebRTC
  • Archive builder for bundling files
  • Password protection on Pro+ plans
  • Custom share links and QR codes
  • Desktop app for Windows, macOS, Linux
  • 22 integrated tools including PDF editor and file converter
  • AES-256 encryption for files during transfer and storage
  • OneTimeView technology to view documents once without downloads or screenshots
  • Private end-to-end encryption with recipient's key
  • Password protection for documents
  • Digital watermarking on shared files
  • Automatic file destruction after viewing or expiration
  • Anti-screenshot and anti-screen recording with OneTimeView
  • Non-disclosure agreement feature
  • File expiration date and maximum download limits
  • Disable download option in OneTimeView mode
What makes it different
  • Server cannot decrypt files due to zero-knowledge encryption design
  • Peer-to-peer transfers bypass server storage entirely
  • Free plan includes all core privacy features with 50 GB storage
  • Creator marketplace lets users sell files and keep 91%
  • Complete control over file access and permissions after sharing
  • Browser encryption by default without complex key management
  • OneTimeView prevents downloads and screenshots in most environments
  • Support for files up to 500GB depending on plan
  • Designed for both individual and business needs
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)37 no change since last check12 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)48
Citation Flow (Majestic)2921
Referring domains (Majestic)116140

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