Alternative to Dropbox Transfer

An alternative to Dropbox Transfer, without an account.

No Dropbox account, no app: up to 5 GB from the browser, with a free password.

Why switch from Dropbox Transfer to TransferThing

	TransferThing	Dropbox Transfer
Send without an account	Yes, no e-mail asked	No: a Dropbox account to send
Free size per transfer	5 GB, 200 files	2 GB on Basic, 50 GB on Plus
Password	Free	Paid plans only
Company and storage	French company; files and data stored in the EU	US company; US data centres by default
Link lifetime	1 to 3 days, your choice	7 days, fixed on Basic
Ads	None	Not stated
Link sent by e-mail for you	Yes	Yes
Preview before downloading	Images, PDF, MP4, WebM	Not stated for the recipient
Apps	None: in the browser	Desktop app required on a computer; iOS, Android

Sources: Dropbox help — October 2026.

Try it now: no account, up to 5 GB.

See what was downloaded, and find your links again.

Do I need a Dropbox account to use Dropbox Transfer?

To send, yes; the recipient does not, according to Dropbox’s help centre.

How much can I send with Dropbox Transfer for free?

2 GB on Dropbox Basic, 50 GB on Plus. TransferThing: up to 5 GB without an account.

Can I add a password on Dropbox Transfer?

Only on Professional and business plans. On TransferThing, a password is free.

How long does a Dropbox Transfer link last?

7 days, fixed, on Basic and Plus. TransferThing: 1 to 3 days without an account; with Pro, as long as your plan is active.

Where does Dropbox store files?

In US data centres by default; EU storage for eligible teams. TransferThing: files and data stored in the European Union.

One file, fifty, or .