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Architectural Comparison
How SendFiles.in Compares to Traditional Services
SendFiles.in eliminates cloud server storage entirely. By establishing a direct, encrypted WebRTC tunnel between browsers, you get faster transfers, zero file limits, and complete anonymity.
| Comparison Criteria | SendFiles.in | WeTransfer | Send Anywhere | ToffeeShare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer Architecture | ✓Pure Peer-to-Peer (WebRTC) | Central Cloud Hosting | Cloud / P2P Hybrid | Pure Peer-to-Peer |
| Free File Size Limit | ✓Unlimited (No Cap) | 2 GB Maximum | 10 GB Max (Link) | Unlimited |
| Account or Login Required | ✓No (100% Anonymous) | Email Verification / Login | Optional / Prompts App | No Registration |
| Cloud Server Data Retention | ✓0 Hours (Live Memory Stream) | 7 Days on Central Servers | 48 Hours on Cloud Servers | 0 Hours (Live Stream) |
| End-to-End Encryption (E2EE) | ✓Client-side AES-256-GCM | Server TLS Only | Proprietary Protocol | DTLS / WebRTC |
| File Compression | ✓0% Lossless (Original Bits) | Original Bits | Original Bits | Original Bits |
| Transfer Cost | ✓100% Free Forever | $12+/mo for >2GB | $5.99+/mo for Pro | Free / Paid Tiers |
Why choose SendFiles.in over WeTransfer or cloud hosts?
SendFiles.in streams files directly peer-to-peer using WebRTC with AES-256 end-to-end encryption. Because files never touch our servers, there are zero storage limits, no registration barriers, and no 7-day expiration deadlines.