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FileShot vs Yoink

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FileShot compared with Yoink
Detail FileShotYoink logo Yoink
What it doesZero-knowledge encrypted file sharing with no account required Save what's yours. Keep it close.
StageNot given MVP
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inUS DK
Pricing modelFreemium Free
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
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
  • Video or audio download from supported links
  • Playlist downloads
  • Yoink Clips for trimming video and audio
  • Multi-site support
  • Local download history
  • User-controlled updates
  • No account required
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%
  • Local-first: all files, settings and history stay on your computer
  • No telemetry or tracking
  • Only downloads media you have permission to save, no DRM bypassing
  • Shows only real qualities available from the source
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)37 no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)46
Citation Flow (Majestic)299
Referring domains (Majestic)1161

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