FileShot.io review: private file sharing with zero-knowledge, AES-256 encryption on every plan. Free 50GB tier plus Pro, Creator, and Professional plans.
FileShot.io is a file sharing and storage service centered on privacy, using zero-knowledge, AES-256-GCM encryption so that files uploaded to the platform cannot be read by the service itself. This differs from many competing file-sharing tools that only offer strong encryption on higher-priced plans.
The service combines file storage with sharing tools like custom download pages and password protection, positioning it as both a private way to send files and a lightweight platform for distributing downloadable content to an audience.
FileShot's headline feature is that zero-knowledge encryption is available on every plan, including the free tier, rather than gated behind a paid upgrade. Files can be shared through custom download pages with configurable expiry windows and password protection.
Higher tiers add creator-oriented tools like a portfolio page for showcasing shared files, paid file access so creators can charge for downloads, download analytics, and API or webhook access for integrating file delivery into other applications. Built-in file tools such as a PDF editor, converter, and compressor are also included across plans.
The Free plan offers 50GB of total storage, a 10GB maximum file size, and 90-day file expiry, with zero-knowledge encryption included from the start.
The Pro plan starts at $10 per month and raises the per-file limit to 100GB, extends expiry up to one year, and adds custom download pages and password protection. The Creator plan expands the per-file limit to 300GB with unlimited expiry, a portfolio page, API and webhook access, download analytics, and the ability to charge for file access, while the Professional plan adds further features aimed at business or compliance-sensitive use, such as HIPAA-ready handling.
Yes, its Free plan includes 50GB of storage, a 10GB per-file limit, and 90-day file expiry, with zero-knowledge encryption included.
Yes, FileShot applies zero-knowledge AES-256-GCM encryption on every plan, including Free, rather than reserving it for paid tiers.
Yes, the Creator plan supports paid file access, letting users charge recipients to download shared files.
Yes, API and webhook access is available starting on the Creator plan for developers who want programmatic file delivery.
The Pro plan starts at $10 per month and includes a 100GB per-file limit, up to one year of expiry, password protection, and custom download pages.