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Can't Email a File? Here Are Your Options with GoodSend

Many email services limit attachment sizes, typically to 10-25MB. If you're trying to send larger files via email and encountering restrictions, you have several alternatives. GoodSend offers a simple, secure solution specifically designed for this common problem.

Why Email Attachments Fail

Before exploring solutions, let's understand why email attachments sometimes don't work:

Size limitations: Most email providers restrict attachment sizes
Security filtering: Some file types are blocked by email servers
Delivery reliability: Large attachments may cause emails to bounce
Storage impacts: Large attachments fill recipients' inboxes quickly

GoodSend: The Reliable Alternative to Email Attachments

GoodSend was built specifically to address email attachment limitations, offering a secure way to transfer large files when email isn't an option.

Key Benefits Over Email

Feature	Email Attachments	GoodSend
File Size Limit	10-25MB typically	Up to 1GB per file, 10GB total
Number of Files	Limited	Up to 20 files per send
Security	Varies by provider	End-to-end encryption
Tracking	Limited or none	Full tracking of delivery, opens, and downloads
Expiration	Never (clogs inboxes)	Auto-expires after 7 days
Cost	Free but limited	$1.50 per send (pay as you go)

How to Use GoodSend Instead of Email Attachments

Follow these simple steps to send files that are too large for email:

Visit GoodSend: Go to https://goodsign.io/goodsend
Upload your files: Either drag and drop files onto the upload area or click to browse and select files
Add recipient details: Enter the name and email address of your recipient
Send: Complete the transaction using a credit from your account
Track delivery: Monitor when your files are delivered, opened, and downloaded

Your recipient will receive an email with a secure download link rather than struggling with a large attachment.

Common Use Cases for GoodSend

Design files: Sending high-resolution images, videos, or design assets to clients
Legal documents: Transferring bundles of confidential documents securely
Business presentations: Delivering multimedia presentations too large for email
Media transfers: Sharing video or audio files that exceed email limits
Portfolio samples: Sending multiple high-quality work samples to potential clients

Setting Up Your GoodSend Account

To get started with GoodSend:

Create an account at https://goodsign.io/goodsend
Purchase credits through our secure Stripe payment portal
- Credits cost $1.50 each (minimum purchase of 10 credits)
- Each file send uses 1 credit
Start sending files immediately after purchasing credits

Troubleshooting Tips

If you're having trouble with GoodSend:

Files won't upload: Check your internet connection and try a smaller batch of files
Recipient can't access files: Verify the email address or resend the files
Payment issues: Ensure your credit card information is current in our payment portal
Tracking not updating: Allow time for tracking to refresh or check if recipient is behind a firewall

Quick Tips

Save on multiple sends: Purchase credits in bulk to have them ready when needed
Notify recipients: Let people know to check their email for your GoodSend link
Check file sizes: While GoodSend supports large files, extremely large files may take longer to upload depending on your internet connection
Organize before sending: Name your files clearly before uploading to help recipients identify them
Use tracking: Take advantage of GoodSend's tracking to confirm when files have been accessed

GoodSend provides a reliable alternative when email attachments fail, combining security, convenience, and affordability for your occasional large file transfer needs.