Step by step
Add your files
Drop files or a whole folder onto the uploader at rapidfile.cc, or tap to pick them on a phone.
Pick the options
Choose an expiry time, and optionally add a password, a download limit, a title or a message.
Share the link, code or QR
Send the link, read out the 6-digit code, or let the other person scan the QR code.
Recipient downloads
They open the link, or go to rapidfile.cc/receive and type the code. You can close your tab once the upload finishes.
SwissTransfer is a free file transfer service that accepts files up to 50 GB per transfer. It is run by Infomaniak, a Swiss hosting company, and many people use it for one-off sends that are too large for email. People look for an alternative for a few reasons: the retention and download rules on the free plan, the way links expire, or a preference for a different provider. Rapidfile is one option. It has a much smaller per-transfer limit on the free plan, so this page explains where each one is the better choice.
The short version
| SwissTransfer (free) | Rapidfile (free) | |
|---|---|---|
| Account | Check their site | None up to 500 MB; free account for up to 2 GB |
| Size per transfer | Up to 50 GB | 500 MB without an account, 2 GB with a free account |
| Retention | Choose 1, 3, 7, 15 or 30 days | 1 hour, 1 day or 3 days (7 days with a free account) |
| Download limit | 1, 20, 100 or 250 downloads on the free plan | Optional download limit |
| Ways to share | Link (check their site for other options) | Link, 6-digit code and QR code |
| Paid plan, per transfer | Check their site | Plus 10 GB, links up to 14 days; Pro 50 GB, links up to 30 days |
| Paid price | Check their site | Plus $3.99 a month; Pro $7.99 a month |
SwissTransfer figures are from its operator Infomaniak's SwissTransfer FAQ as of October 2026. Plans change — check their site for current limits.
Where SwissTransfer is the stronger pick
Being honest about this saves you time:
- Much bigger transfers. SwissTransfer accepts files up to 50 GB. Rapidfile's free plan stops at 2 GB per transfer, and even its Pro plan stops at 50 GB. If you regularly send video projects, large archives or full-resolution photo libraries, SwissTransfer covers far more of them.
- Longer free retention. Free senders can keep a transfer for up to 30 days. Rapidfile's free links last up to 7 days with a free account.
- A Swiss provider. SwissTransfer is run by Infomaniak, a Swiss hosting company. If you want a provider based in Switzerland, that is a clear reason to choose it.
If you need to send one large file this week and you are happy with a Swiss service, SwissTransfer is the better match. For a wider comparison, see our free file transfer services compared.
Where Rapidfile fits better
- Quick sends with no sign-in. Anything up to 500 MB goes through without an account. See sending files without signing up.
- Codes and QR codes. Every transfer gets a 6-digit code and a QR code. Recipients type the code at rapidfile.cc/receive or scan the QR code in the Rapidfile app.
- Apps for desktop and phone. In Finder or File Explorer, right-click a file and choose "Rapidfile: Get link" or "Send to my devices". The Android app adds share-sheet support and QR scanning.
- Ad-free paid plans. The free plan is ad-supported. Plus and Pro remove ads on all Rapidfile products and apps.
- Folders without zipping first. Drop a folder onto the uploader and it is zipped in your browser with its structure kept. Details are in sending a folder online.
- Password and expiry controls. You can add a password, set a short expiring link, or delete a transfer early.
Retention and downloads on the free plan
SwissTransfer's FAQ describes a few rules that are worth reading before you rely on a long link. Free senders choose a retention period of 1, 3, 7, 15 or 30 days. For some retention settings, the sender gets an email offer to extend the link, and the extension is available for a limited time. Once a link has expired, it cannot be revived, so if a recipient is late, you will need to send a new transfer.
On the download side, the free plan offers download limits of 1, 20, 100 or 250. Unlimited downloads are a paid feature. SwissTransfer also notes that its "Download All" zip option is unavailable when the archive is larger than 10 GB, so a recipient has to download the files one at a time. The FAQ suggests grouping the files into one archive beforehand if that suits your recipient.
Rapidfile takes a different approach. Folders are zipped in the browser before upload, and you pick a download limit and an expiry that suit the file. Files are deleted automatically at expiry.
Moving from SwissTransfer to Rapidfile
If your files are 2 GB or under, switching is quick:
- Open rapidfile.cc on your computer or phone. Files up to 500 MB need no account.
- Set the expiry and any password or download limit before you upload.
- Copy the link, or read the 6-digit code to your recipient. Rapidfile does not email the link for you.
- For files between 500 MB and 2 GB, sign in with a free Enzonic account.
For files above 2 GB, Rapidfile does not fit. Stay with SwissTransfer, or look at a provider with a higher limit.
Which one should you use?
Use SwissTransfer when your files are larger than 2 GB, you want retention of up to 30 days on the free plan, or you prefer a Swiss provider. Use Rapidfile when your files are 2 GB or under, you want codes and QR codes for quick sharing, or you want ad-free paid plans and apps for Mac, Windows and Android. If you are unsure, check SwissTransfer's current FAQ and Rapidfile's pricing page, then send the file that matters most with each to see which one fits your recipient.
FAQ
What is the largest file SwissTransfer accepts?
SwissTransfer accepts files up to 50 GB, according to the FAQ published by its operator, Infomaniak. Check the current FAQ for any changes.
How long does SwissTransfer keep files on the free plan?
Senders can choose 1, 3, 7, 15 or 30 days. The 60-day option is listed for the Enterprise plan. Check SwissTransfer's FAQ for the current extension rules.
Can I extend a SwissTransfer link after it expires?
No. SwissTransfer says a link that has expired cannot be reactivated, and its support team cannot restore it.
Does Rapidfile accept files bigger than 50 GB?
No. The largest transfer on Rapidfile is 50 GB, on the Pro plan. Without an account the limit is 500 MB, and with a free account it is 2 GB.
Do I need an account to send with Rapidfile?
Not for files up to 500 MB. Files up to 2 GB need a free Enzonic account. Recipients never need an account, and they can download in any browser.
Is Rapidfile end-to-end encrypted?
No. Files are encrypted in transit with TLS and at rest, but Rapidfile is not end-to-end encrypted. Choose a service with the level of protection your files need.
Updated 2026-10-20