UploadFiles.io

What UploadFiles.io is

UploadFiles.io is a file hosting and sharing service for files, images, music, video, and other data. Uploads receive a unique URL for sharing, and users can choose an expiry of one hour, one day, seven days, or 30 days, or make a link usable for a single download. Guests can upload up to 10 files at once, each no larger than 5GB; guest uploads are hosted for up to 30 days. Registered users can password-protect files. Uploadfiles says it encrypts transfers to its servers using SHA-256 SSL technology and accepts file types subject to applicable laws. Its Windows and Mac desktop apps sync local files to an account and offer link copying and file search. Users can also upload from a smartphone or tablet with an internet connection. The Business plan includes a website upload widget and the option to sell downloads through Stripe checkout. Uploadfiles launched in 2016. The Free plan provides 10GB storage, 5GB maximum file size, 10 simultaneous uploads, and 1MB/s download speed. Pro is $9.99 a month; Business is $24.99 a month, with higher storage and file-size limits and unlimited download speed.

Who it suits

UploadFiles.io suits people who need to host and share files through links, including users who want expiry controls or password protection. Businesses can use its embedded upload widget or sell downloadable products through Stripe checkout.

Limits

The Free plan includes 10GB storage, a 5GB maximum file size, 10 simultaneous uploads, and download speeds of 1MB/s. Pro provides 1TB storage and a 10GB file-size limit; Business provides 3TB storage and a 100GB file-size limit. Both paid plans specify unlimited speed.

Getting started

1. Visit https://ufile.io/.
2. Choose the Free plan or a paid plan: Pro is $9.99 a month and Business is $24.99 a month.
3. Upload files through the web service; guests can upload up to 10 files at once.
4. Set an expiry period or create a one-time download link, then share the unique URL.
5. For automatic local syncing, use the Windows or Mac desktop app.
6. For mobile uploads, use a smartphone or tablet with an internet connection.

Verdict

Choose UploadFiles.io for link-based file hosting with configurable expiry periods, desktop syncing, or business file sales. The Free plan has a 1MB/s download-speed limit; Pro or Business offers unlimited speed and greater storage and file-size limits.