Filemail

Large-file sending with free 5 GB transfers, desktop apps and business plans with managed transfer tools.

Verified facts: 4 of 4
Alternatives ranked: 5
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About Filemail

Filemail is a Norwegian file transfer service for sending big files by link or email. The free tier lets you send up to 5 GB per transfer from the web or the apps without registering, and recipients download without an account. Paid plans remove most limits and add things businesses ask for: custom branding and domains, upload pages and forms for receiving files from clients, longer storage, download tracking, FTP access and managed file transfer features for automating exchanges. There are native apps for Windows, Mac and Linux that accelerate uploads, mobile apps for iOS and Android, and an Outlook add-in that sends end-to-end encrypted files from email. A seven-day free trial covers the paid features. It has been around for well over a decade and suits agencies and companies that regularly receive large files from customers as well as send them. The interface is functional but less polished than WeTransfer.

Best for: Businesses that send and receive large files from clients and want branding and upload pages.

What works

Free 5 GB transfers without registration
Desktop apps for Windows, Mac and Linux
Branded upload pages and forms for receiving files

Why people leave

Interface feels dated next to rivals
Advanced features sit in pricier business tiers
Free transfers have limited retention

Top Filemail alternatives

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1
WeTransfer
Simpler, better-known service for occasional sending.
66.5
2
TransferNow
Similar business features with a European base and free 5 GB transfers.
62.6
3
Smash
No size cap on free transfers and a cleaner interface.
59.6
4
Files.com
Full managed file transfer platform with SFTP and automation for larger firms.
57.2
5
ShareFile
Client portals and document workflows for professional services firms.
47.8

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Filemail: common questions

Is Filemail free?

Filemail has a free plan and paid plans.

Is Filemail open source?

No, Filemail is not open source.

What platforms does Filemail run on?

Filemail is available for Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.

What are the best alternatives to Filemail?

The highest-ranked Filemail alternatives right now are WeTransfer, TransferNow and Smash. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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Filemail facts

4 of 4 verified

Free limit: 5 GB per transfer; Checked Oct 25, 2026filemail.com(opens source in a new tab); “They enable you to send large files for free, with a maximum limit of 5 GB per transfer.”
Free trial: 7 days; Checked Oct 25, 2026filemail.com(opens source in a new tab); “Send Large Files Free Start Sharing Files With A 7 Day Free Trial!”
Desktop apps: Windows, Mac, Linux; Checked Oct 25, 2026filemail.com(opens source in a new tab); “Desktop Our applications for Windows, Mac, and Linux”
Outlook add-in: End-to-end encrypted sending; Checked Oct 25, 2026filemail.com(opens source in a new tab); “Outlook Our Microsoft Outlook add-in enables you to send end-to-end encrypted files without leaving Outlook.”