Share Without Microsoft
OneDrive ties you to Microsoft accounts and their ecosystem. Stash lets you share files from your Apple devices with anyone, simply and securely.
Common OneDrive frustrations
Microsoft account barriers
OneDrive often prompts recipients to sign in with a Microsoft account, especially for larger files or when sharing settings are restrictive. Stash links work instantly in any browser—no Microsoft account required.
Complicated for Apple users
OneDrive on iPhone and Mac feels like a second-class citizen. Settings are buried, syncing can be slow, and the app does not integrate well with iOS. Stash is built specifically for Apple devices with native Share Sheet integration.
Privacy concerns
OneDrive files are not end-to-end encrypted. Microsoft can access your files, and has admitted to scanning content. Stash encrypts files on your device—we cannot access them even if we wanted to.
Tied to the Microsoft ecosystem
OneDrive works best with Windows and Office 365. If you are primarily an Apple user sharing with people outside the Microsoft world, OneDrive adds unnecessary friction. Stash is platform-agnostic for recipients.
Built for Apple users
Unlike OneDrive's clunky Apple apps, Stash is native to iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Share directly from the Share Sheet, manage files in the Files app, and enjoy an experience designed around how Apple users actually work.
Stash vs OneDrive
| Feature | OneDrive | Stash |
|---|---|---|
| Recipient Account Required | Microsoft account often needed | Never |
| End-to-End Encryption | No (Microsoft can access) | Yes (AES-256-GCM) |
| Free Storage | 5 GB | No storage limits |
| Apple Integration | Basic | Native (Share Sheet, Files) |
| Office Integration | Excellent (Word, Excel) | None |
| File Sync | Yes | No (sharing focused) |
| Simplicity | Complex ecosystem | Simple and focused |
When to use what
OneDrive makes sense for:
- • Microsoft 365 subscribers needing Office integration
- • Windows-heavy workplaces with SharePoint
- • Teams already using Microsoft ecosystem
Stash is better for:
- • Apple users sharing outside Microsoft
- • Quick shares that do not need accounts
- • Privacy-conscious file sharing
Try simple file sharing
No Microsoft account needed. Just upload and share.
Frequently asked questions
I get OneDrive free with Office 365. Why use Stash?
OneDrive is great for syncing and Office collaboration. But for sharing files with people outside Microsoft's ecosystem—clients, friends, family—Stash is simpler. No Microsoft account prompts, no app downloads, just a link that works.
Can recipients on Windows download from Stash?
Absolutely. Stash links work in any browser on any platform—Windows, Mac, Android, Linux, whatever. The recipient just clicks and downloads.
What about sharing Office documents?
You can share Office files through Stash just like any other file. The recipient downloads the .docx or .xlsx and opens it in their preferred app. If you need real-time co-editing, use OneDrive. For simple file delivery, Stash is faster.
Escape the ecosystem lock-in
Download Stash for simple, private file sharing that works with everyone.