Understanding GoodSend: Secure Pay-As-You-Go File Transfer
What is GoodSend?
GoodSend is a secure file transfer service designed for businesses and individuals who need to send large files occasionally without committing to a subscription. At just $1.50 per send, GoodSend provides an affordable, secure, and user-friendly solution for transferring important files.
Key Features
GoodSend offers several features that make it stand out from free file transfer services:
Feature
GoodSend
Typical Free Services
File Size Limit
Up to 10GB combined (max 20 files)
Usually 100MB-2GB
Security
End-to-end encryption
Often limited security
Tracking
Email delivery, open & download tracking
Limited or no tracking
Expiration
7-day automatic expiration
Varies or permanent
Cost
$1.50 per send
Free with limitations
Ads
No ads
Often ad-supported
User Experience
Clean, professional interface
Variable, often cluttered
How GoodSend Works
For Senders
Upload your files: Drag and drop or click to select up to 20 files (maximum 10GB total)
Enter recipient details: Add the name and email address of your recipient
Complete the send: Use one credit ($1.50) to complete the secure transfer
Track your send: Monitor when your email is delivered, opened, and files are downloaded
For Recipients
Receive email notification: Get a secure link to download the files
Access files: Click the link to securely access and download the shared files
Download: Save files to your device before the 7-day expiration
Why Choose GoodSend Over Free Alternatives?
While free file transfer services exist, they often come with significant limitations:
Size restrictions: Free services typically limit file sizes to a few hundred MB
Security concerns: Many free services lack proper encryption and security measures
No tracking: Limited visibility into whether files were delivered or downloaded
Privacy issues: Free services often monetize through ads or data collection
Reliability: Free services may have slower servers or throttled bandwidth
Professional image: Using a secure, professional service reflects better on your business
Purchasing Credits
GoodSend operates on a simple credit system:
Purchase credits through our secure Stripe payment portal ($1.50 per credit)
Minimum purchase of 10 credits ($15.00)
One credit allows one complete file transfer (up to 20 files, 10GB total)