Secure Transfer of Large Video Files with GoodSend

Overview

When you need to transfer large video files securely, GoodSend provides a reliable solution without requiring a subscription. At just $1.50 per send, GoodSend ensures your video content reaches its destination safely with end-to-end encryption, delivery tracking, and simple recipient access.

Why Traditional Methods Fall Short for Video Files

Video files present unique challenges for file transfer:

• Large file sizes (especially high-definition and 4K content)
• Security concerns with sensitive or confidential footage
• Email attachment size limitations (typically 25MB)
• Complicated setup of FTP servers or enterprise solutions
• Unreliable delivery with no tracking capabilities

How GoodSend Solves Video Transfer Problems

GoodSend specifically addresses these challenges:

Step-by-Step: Sending Large Video Files

1. Purchase Credits

   • Visit https://goodsign.io/goodsend
   • Buy credits through our secure Stripe payment portal ($1.50 per credit, minimum purchase of 10 credits)
   • Each file send uses 1 credit regardless of size

2. Prepare Your Video Files

   • Ensure each video file is under 1GB
   • You can send up to 20 files at once (maximum 10GB total)
   • All common video formats are supported (.mp4, .mov, .avi, etc.)

3. Upload and Send

   • Drag and drop your video files or click to select from your device
   • Enter recipient's name and email address
   • Add an optional message
   • Click "Send" to complete the process

4. Track Delivery

   • Monitor when the email is delivered
   • See when the recipient opens the email
   • Confirm when files are downloaded
   • Receive notifications at each step

5. Recipient Experience

   • Recipient receives an email with a secure download link
   • No account creation required for recipients
   • Simple, intuitive download process
   • Files available for 7 days before automatic expiration

Troubleshooting Common Video Transfer Issues

Upload Failures

• Ensure each file is under the 1GB individual limit
• Check your internet connection stability
• Try uploading files one at a time if experiencing issues

Recipient Can't Access Files

• Confirm the correct email address was used
• Ask recipient to check spam/junk folders
• Resend the files if the 7-day expiration has passed

Video Playback Issues

• GoodSend transfers files in their original format without conversion
• Recommend appropriate video players to recipients if needed
• Consider compressing very large videos before sending

Best Practices for Video Transfer

• Compress When Possible: Use video compression tools before uploading extremely large files
• Organize Files Logically: Rename files descriptively before sending
• Send in Batches: For projects with many videos, organize files into logical batches
• Inform Recipients: Let recipients know to expect the files and their approximate size

Quick Tips

• Purchase credits in bulk to have them ready when needed
• Use the tracking feature to confirm when clients have viewed your videos
• Send a test file to yourself first when working with critical content
• Remember that files expire after 7 days - notify recipients accordingly
• For recurring sends, keep track of your credit usage to anticipate when to purchase more