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Life & fun · August 1, 2017

Send by Firefox

Share large files online, encrypted for free

Send by Firefox launched on August 1, 2017 with 478 votes, #23 of 3,214 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 9 years on.

In plain words

Send by Firefox is a file-sharing service that allows users to upload and share files up to 1GB with encryption at no cost. The tool is designed for anyone who needs to transfer large files securely online without paying fees. What distinguishes it is the combination of generous file size limits and built-in encryption, making it suitable for users who prioritize privacy when sharing documents, media, or other large files.

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From the sources

Firefox Send lets you send large files, up to 1gb completely for free and encrypted

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