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When it comes to send large files there are several tools and services on the web designed to overcome the limitations of standard email providers and to allow any person with no technical knowledge to transfer big files with ease. In this MasterNewMedia guide I have personally collected and reviewed the best tools out there that you can use to to collaborate on files of any size.
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You may wonder why you need a specific service to send big files. Can't you simply attach your files to a standard email message? Unfortunately no, you can't, because standard email providers forbid you to send files above a certain size (typically 20MBs). Larger files, in fact, would be too heavy to handle for the email provider and they may clog up the inbox of your recipient.
There are three main categories of services that allow you to transfer large files over the Internet
- P2P tools: You establish a direct connection with the computer of another person and you send your files in real time. You can transfer files of any size, without restrictions, but both the receiver and the sender must be online at the same time. P2P tools are always free to use (ex. Skype).
- Online storage services: You upload your files to a service that provides you with online storage space. Since each file you upload to an online storage space is identified by a unique Internet address, sharing that address will allow other people to download your files. Online storage services are both free and paid (ex. Dropbox)
- Special email clients: You send an email message via a special service that allows you to upload bigger files than those allowed by standard email providers. Generally, these special email clients set an expiry date for the recipient to collect the files. Special email clients are both free and paid (ex. FileMail)
Here the guide on the best collaboration tools and services to send large files:
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FileFactory
FileFactory is a free online service that allows you to archive and share those heavy files up to 2GB that you have. And you don’t even need to have a registration to use it.
By using the free plan you can upload up to 50 files, but if you prefer to up the ante and to have access to a wider number of features, like faster downloads and more storage space, do upgrade to a premium account.
FileFactory also offers an online money-making program called FileFactory Rewards, by which you can earn up to $30 for every 1,000 eligible downloads made of your files.
http://www.filefactory.com/
Ge.tt
Ge.tt is a free online storage service which makes your files available for sharing in only 30 seconds after the upload. All files you upload must be below or equivalent to 2GB in size. You don’t have to register to send a file via Ge.tt, but if you create a free account, you will get real-time statistics on your downloads and the ability to add and remove your files at any time within a period of three months.
To send files using Ge.tt, all you have to do is select a file and upload it. Then, Ge.tt will create a shortened URL that you can use to share your filed via social media, IM or email.
http://www.go2web20.net/site/?a=ge.tt
ZedUpload
ZedUpload is both a web-based and a desktop service that you can use to share files up to 1GB. But not only: ZedUpload, in fact, was born primarily as an online storage service where you can back up your files and access them from any computer logged to the internet. You don't need to register to send a file, but you do need to have an account to use the storage facility provided.
Pricing plans for premium members (with 2GB upload capacity) start from $9.99/30 days, $19.99/60 days and $59.99/year. ZedUpload also offers an affiliate program that will pay you ($50 minimal payout) according to the number of downloads, account sales and referrals that you create.
http://www.zedupload.com/
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