Doesn't use your storage
A transfer doesn't fill your 15 GB. No clearing space first.
Google DriveMade for sending files, not storing them
Files don't eat your storage, links expire when you want, and no one needs a Google account.
LargeFileTransfer vs Google Drive
Sharing from cloud storage isn't the same as sending a file.
Looking for a Google Drive alternative for sending files usually comes down to three things: not burning your 15 GB on a one-off share, links recipients can open without a Google account, and an expiry you control. Here is how LargeFileTransfer and Google Drive compare on each.
| Feature | LargeFileTransfer | Google Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Built for transfers | Cloud storage |
| Free size | 10 GB per file | 15 GB shared total |
| Uses up your storage | ||
| No signup to send | ||
| Self-expiring links | ||
| Download tracking | ||
| Password protection | Paid | Limited |
| Keeps your files untouched |
3 reasons why people switch to LargeFileTransfer
No Google account
Recipients just click the link. No sign-in, no request access.
Expiry and tracking
Links expire when you set them to, and you see download counts.
How to switch from Google Drive
It takes about a minute — no upload to Drive, no sharing settings to wrangle.
- 1
Drop your files
Open the homepage and drag in up to 10 GB. Nothing uploads to your Drive and no storage gets used.
- 2
Set a password or expiry
Choose how long the link stays live — up to 3 days free, or up to a year (even never) on a paid plan, which also adds password protection — instead of a link that never expires.
- 3
Share the link
Send the link anywhere. Recipients download with one click — no Google account, no request-access email.
Why look for a Google Drive alternative?
Drive is storage. Sharing a big file uses your 15 GB, recipients can hit sign-in walls, and links never expire on their own. A transfer tool avoids all of that.
FAQ
Common questions
What people ask before they switch.