Share on Your Schedule
Send Anywhere's codes expire in minutes and links last only 48 hours. Stash gives you links that work forever—share now, download anytime.
Two different approaches to sharing
Send Anywhere
6-digit codes for real-time transfers
Both parties must be online
Codes expire in 10 minutes
Links expire in 48 hours
Stash
Simple links, share anywhere
Async—no coordination needed
Links never expire
Download whenever convenient
Why people switch from Send Anywhere
6-digit codes expire quickly
Send Anywhere's signature feature is the 6-digit code for real-time transfers. But these codes expire in 10 minutes, and both parties must be online simultaneously. Miss the window and you start over. Stash links work anytime—share now, download whenever.
Links only last 48 hours
Even when using links instead of codes, Send Anywhere's free tier deletes files after 48 hours. Forget to remind your recipient? The file is gone. Stash links stay active until you delete them—days, weeks, or months later.
Best features require the app
Send Anywhere works in browsers, but the real-time transfer features require their app on both ends. For recipients who just want to download a file without installing anything, this adds friction. Stash is browser-first.
Cross-platform complexity
Send Anywhere tries to work everywhere—iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, web. This broad focus means no platform feels truly native. Stash is built specifically for Apple devices, with deep integration into iOS and macOS.
Stash vs Send Anywhere
| Feature | Send Anywhere | Stash |
|---|---|---|
| Sharing Method | 6-digit code or link | Simple link |
| End-to-End Encryption | Yes | Yes (AES-256-GCM) |
| File Size Limit (Free) | 10 GB | No limit |
| Link Expiration | 48 hours (free) | Never expires |
| Recipient App Required | Recommended for best experience | No, browser only |
| Native Apple App | Yes (but cross-platform focus) | Yes (Apple-optimized) |
| Real-Time Transfer | Yes (with codes) | No (async links) |
No codes, no expiration
Try Stash in your browser. Get a link that just works.
Frequently asked questions
What about Send Anywhere's real-time transfer feature?
Send Anywhere's real-time 6-digit code transfers are fast when both people are online at the same time. But coordinating schedules is not always possible. Stash trades real-time for flexibility—share whenever you want, recipients download whenever they want.
Is Stash as secure as Send Anywhere?
Both use end-to-end encryption. Send Anywhere encrypts during transfer, and Stash encrypts before upload with AES-256-GCM. Your files are protected either way, but Stash keeps them encrypted at rest too.
Do I need to install an app to receive files from Stash?
No. Recipients click your link and download directly in their browser. No app installation, no account creation, no friction. Works on any device with a web browser.
Links that last
Stop worrying about expiring codes and vanishing links. Share files that stay shared.