The Best WeTransfer Alternatives in 2025
WeTransfer is convenient but limited and not hosted in Europe. 2025 comparison of the best alternatives: features, pricing and GDPR compliance.
WeTransfer is one of the best-known transfer services, but it has notable limitations: 2 GB max on the free tier, partially US-based infrastructure, ads on the free plan, and limited control over link expiry.
Key criteria for choosing
- Maximum transfer size (free and paid)
- Hosting and GDPR compliance
- Branding and customisation
- Download tracking
- Value for money
USENDIT.IO — The French alternative
French service with 100% European hosting. Free up to 100 MB with no account required, Pro at €9/month for transfers up to 2 GB and custom branding. No ads, native GDPR compliance. Ideal for professionals who want control over their brand experience.
Smash.to — For creatives
French service very popular in creative industries. Unlimited file size on the free tier (ad-supported), with built-in media preview. The premium plan removes ads and adds branding. Hosted in France.
Tresorit Send — For sensitive data
Swiss solution with end-to-end encryption, ideal for legal or medical professionals. Free up to 5 GB, premium from €10/month. The focus is security rather than branding.
Internxt Send — The open-source option
Spanish open-source alternative with zero-knowledge encryption. Free up to 5 GB, no ads. Less mature than competitors but fully transparent about its architecture.
Summary table
- USENDIT.IO: 100 MB free · 2 GB Pro (€9/m) · EU hosting · branding ✓
- WeTransfer: 2 GB free · 200 GB Pro (€12/m) · US infra · limited branding
- Smash.to: unlimited with ads · premium (€9/m) · FR hosting · branding ✓
- Tresorit: 5 GB free · premium (€10/m) · CH hosting · E2E encryption ✓
- Internxt: 5 GB free · open source · EU hosting · branding ✗