# 	no login file sharing

> Share files without requiring login or sign-up. Recipients click the link and download — no account creation needed. Send up to 10GB per transfer.

Canonical: https://goodsign.io/goodsendkb/no-login-file-sharing
Source: GoodSign — pay-per-document electronic signatures (https://goodsign.io)

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# Using GoodSend Without an Account: No-Login File Sharing

GoodSend offers a convenient way to send large files securely without requiring an account or subscription. This guide explains how to use GoodSend's no-login file sharing feature to quickly send files to recipients.

## How No-Login File Sharing Works

GoodSend's no-login option allows you to send files immediately without creating an account first. You'll only pay for what you use ($1.50 per send), making it perfect for occasional file transfers.

### Key Benefits

- No account creation required
- Pay-as-you-go pricing ($1.50 per send)
- Same security features as account-based sending
- Full tracking capabilities
- Easy for recipients to download files

## Step-by-Step Guide to No-Login File Sharing

### 1. Access GoodSend

Visit the GoodSend portal at [https://goodsign.io/goodsend](https://goodsign.io/goodsend).

### 2. Upload Your Files

There are two ways to upload files:
- **Drag and drop**: Drag files directly from your computer to the upload area
- **Click to select**: Click the upload area and select files using the file browser

GoodSend supports:
- All file types
- Up to 20 files per send
- Combined file size up to 10GB
- Individual files up to 1GB

### 3. Enter Recipient Information

Once your files are uploaded:
1. Enter the recipient's name
2. Enter the recipient's email address
3. Optionally add a personal message

### 4. Payment

To complete your no-login file send:
1. Enter your payment information through our secure Stripe payment portal
2. Purchase credits (minimum 10 credits at $1.50 each)
3. One credit will be used for your current send

### 5. Complete the Send

Click the "Send Files" button to complete the process. GoodSend will:
- Encrypt your files
- Create a secure download link
- Send the link to your recipient's email
- Begin tracking the delivery

## What Recipients Will Experience

When you send files through GoodSend, recipients will:
1. Receive an email with a secure download link
2. Click the link to access a secure download page
3. Download the files directly to their device
4. Have 7 days to download before files expire

## Tracking Your Sends

Even without an account, GoodSend provides tracking for your transfer:
- Email delivery confirmation
- Notification when the recipient opens the email
- Alert when files are downloaded

To access tracking information for no-login sends, you'll receive a unique tracking link via email after your files are sent.

## Comparing Login vs No-Login Options

| Feature | No-Login Send | Account-Based Send |
|---------|---------------|-------------------|
| File size limit | Up to 10GB total | Up to 10GB total |
| Number of files | Up to 20 | Up to 20 |
| Security | Full encryption | Full encryption |
| Tracking | Yes | Yes |
| File expiration | 7 days | 7 days |
| Price | $1.50 per send | $1.50 per send |
| Save contacts | No | Yes |
| Send history | Limited | Complete |

## Troubleshooting No-Login Sends

**Issue: Payment doesn't process**
- Ensure your credit card information is entered correctly
- Try using a different browser or clearing your cache
- Contact your bank if the card is being declined

**Issue: Files won't upload**
- Check that your files don't exceed the 1GB individual file limit
- Ensure you're not exceeding the 20 file maximum
- Try uploading files one at a time instead of in bulk

**Issue: Recipient can't access files**
- Verify you entered the correct email address
- Check if the 7-day expiration period has passed
- Ask the recipient to check their spam folder

## Quick Tips

- Purchase more credits than needed to avoid having to enter payment information for each send
- For frequently used recipients, consider creating an account to save contact information
- Send a test file to yourself first if you're sending critically important documents
- Include clear instructions in your message to recipients about what you're sending
- Remember that all files expire after 7 days, so notify recipients accordingly
- While no login is required to send, some advanced features are only available with an account