It is understandable that when transferring files you want to ensure that the files are only received by the recipient, and no one else. At the same time, the delivery rate and ease of use of the service are just as important as security. There are many options for transferring large files online, but there are a select few services that stand out in providing a safe and easy method of transferring large files. Here is a list of options you should considering when transferring files online.

Dropbox for Teams

Dropbox allows you to store up to date files on multiple devices. Since files are automatically synced with your hard disk, your team members have access to the most recent files stored in Dropbox. This eliminates the need for uploading a new file every time a change is made. Dropbox for teams is particularly useful for transferring time sensitive documents and is also a relatively cheap and efficient method.

YouSendIt

YouSendIt is another cheap method of transferring files online. It allows you to send files as large as 100mb and is quite simple to use. To send files you simple drag and drop them into the file upload folder and type in a message for the recipient. This service will save you both time and money, plus it is super easy and efficient so it is definitely worth a look. It is recommended for small to medium sized businesses that do not require a large feature set, but in saying that YouSendIt does include all the pivotal features of a standard file sharing service.

WeTransfer

This is possibly the simplest file transferring tool out there. It’s free, doesn’t require registration and allows you to send files up to 2GB in size. Simply fill in the essential details and upload a file directly from your computer and you are done. The files are available for up to two weeks and can only be viewed by the recipient. Be sure to check out this service if you need to transfer files up to 2GB as this is a service that cannot be beaten on simplicity.

Biscom

When it comes to security, you want the best in the business and Biscom is exactly that. With its focus firmly on providing a high level of security, Biscom allows you to transfer and receive large files through a secure platform. The software is highly reliable and fairly easy to use once you get the hang of it. It is aimed at enterprise use and as such it is highly recommended for large scale businesses that need to send and receive sensitive files.

Maytech

Maytech is a large file transfer service that allows you to securely transfer your files via FTP, SFTP or a web browser. The service is quick and easy to use, and provides a high level of reliability for your large file transfers. If you are after a secure method of transferring your files then Maytech is ideal as it is one of the safest file transfer services in the market.

It is important to note that when it comes to file transferring, the guaranteed safest method is to physically deliver files to the recipient. However, this is not a practical solution as it is often inefficient and subject to lengthy delay times. You might like to consult a cloud hosting company, such as Commensus (a UK based cloud hosting company), as sending files through the cloud is one of the safest methods available. When selecting a file transfer service, it is important to consider your business’s requirements and the type of data it is sending. For personal or small business use, Dropbox or YouSendIt are viable options as they are cheap and easy to use. However, for enterprise level file transferring it is advisable to use services such as Biscom and Maytech as they have a greater focus on security and efficiency.

By guestwriter Zuhair Siddiqui, on behalf of Commensus. Commensus is one of the largest UK based companies offering custom hosting solutions.