A free WeTransfer alternative
WeTransfer is great, but it wants an email address and it limits your free tier. CopyBoard is a lighter alternative — no email, no account, no limits on how often you share.
The pitch in one sentence
Drop files on a board. Share the QR or code. Recipient downloads. Everything gone in 24 h.
Comparison
| Feature | WeTransfer free | CopyBoard |
|---|---|---|
| Requires email | Yes | No |
| Per-file limit | 2 GB | 100 MB |
| Retention | 7 days | 24 h |
| Preview in browser | No | Yes |
| Multi-item board | No | Yes |
| Cost | Free / Pro | Free |
When CopyBoard beats WeTransfer
Small files, quick handoffs, no interest in emails or tracked download links. Especially useful for phone → PC transfers and multi-file boards.
When to use WeTransfer instead
Very large single files (over 100 MB), or when you specifically want a downloadable email receipt.
Frequently asked questions
- Do recipients get an email?
- No — they get a code or link from you directly. This is more private, not less.
- Can I preview a PDF or image before downloading?
- Yes, images and videos play in the browser; PDFs and other files show a download prompt.
- Is CopyBoard planning a paid tier for larger files?
- Possibly. For now everything is free.