Share Anywhere, Not Just Email
Filemail is built around email. Stash gives you a link that works anywhere—email, messaging, social, or anywhere else you communicate.
One link, infinite possibilities
Upload once, share your Stash link wherever you communicate
Limitations of Filemail
Email-centric workflow
Filemail is built around sending files via email notifications. Great if email is your primary communication channel, but limiting if you prefer sharing via messaging apps, social media, or direct links. Stash gives you a link—share it however you want.
Encryption costs extra
Filemail offers end-to-end encryption, but only on paid business plans. Free and personal users get standard TLS encryption only, meaning Filemail can access your files. Stash encrypts every file end-to-end, always, even on the free tier.
Files expire in 7 days
Filemail's free tier deletes files after a week. If your recipient does not check their email promptly or gets distracted, the download opportunity disappears. Stash links remain active indefinitely—your recipient downloads when they are ready.
5 GB cap on free tier
While 5 GB is more generous than some competitors, it still limits what you can share freely. A few 4K videos or a collection of RAW photos can easily exceed this. Stash removes the guesswork with no file size limits.
Stash vs Filemail
| Feature | Filemail | Stash |
|---|---|---|
| File Size Limit (Free) | 5 GB | No limit |
| Link Expiration | 7 days (free) | Never expires |
| End-to-End Encryption | Optional (paid only) | Always (AES-256-GCM) |
| Email Integration | Yes (core feature) | Share link via any app |
| Recipient Account | No | No |
| Native iOS App | Yes | Yes (Apple-optimized) |
| Download Tracking | Yes | No |
Beyond email
Get a link that works everywhere you share.
Frequently asked questions
Is Filemail better for business email workflows?
Filemail excels if your workflow centers on email—it sends files as email attachments with download links. But if you share via messaging apps, social media, or want more flexibility, Stash's link-based approach is more versatile.
Why does encryption matter?
Standard encryption (TLS) protects files during transfer but not on servers. End-to-end encryption means files are encrypted before upload and only recipients with your link can decrypt them. Stash includes this by default; Filemail charges for it.
Can I still use email with Stash?
Absolutely. Copy your Stash link and paste it into any email. You get the same result as Filemail but with the flexibility to share that same link via text, Slack, WhatsApp, or anywhere else.
Share your way
Download Stash for flexible, encrypted file sharing that is not limited to email.