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ButterShare vs BetterFileTransfer

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ButterShare compared with BetterFileTransfer
DetailButterShare logo ButterShareBetterFileTransfer logo BetterFileTransfer
What it doesSend files directly between devices with encrypted WebRTC, no account and no cloud file storage Send large files free with end-to-end encryption, get a private link in seconds, expires on the day you pick
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Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free: 100 MB per transfer, up to 10 files at once, share by secret link, expires after 1 or 7 days. Free account: $0 forever, 1 GB per transfer, 10 GB of storage, keep links alive for up to 30 days, mail link to one person, delivery and open receipts. Pro: $10 per month or $100 a year (save 2 months
Key features
  • Direct device-to-device file streaming with no cloud storage
  • No file size limits for transfers
  • End-to-end encryption with cryptographic keys
  • No account or signup required
  • Works on all modern browsers and devices
  • QR code and room code sharing options
  • Native disk streaming for large files
  • Folder structure preservation during transfer
  • Supports up to 10,000 files per session
  • Resumable transfers with checkpoint data
  • Drag and drop file upload
  • End-to-end encryption by default
  • Expiring links with customizable lifetime
  • Delivery and open receipts
  • Chunked uploads with automatic retry
  • No account required for basic use
  • Mobile-optimized interface
  • Email link delivery to multiple recipients
  • Dashboard with download counts and link history
What makes it different
  • No cloud server storage intermediary for maximum privacy
  • Zero-knowledge architecture with ephemeral session keys
  • Unlimited file sizes with no subscription fees
  • Instant sharing without email verification or login
  • Transfer speeds at local gigabit rates on same network
  • No password sign-up, only email and a six-digit code
  • True end-to-end encryption where the key never leaves your device
  • Resilient uploads that retry failed chunks automatically
  • Free tier with no expiration or credit card required
  • No third-party authentication to protect privacy
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)23 no change since last check11 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)83
Citation Flow (Majestic)3020
Referring domains (Majestic)6027

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