Secure Delivery Links

Password Protected File Sharing

Keep your sensitive files safe. Add custom passwords to your delivery links so only authorized recipients can view and download your work. Guest free transfer: up to 7GB with 3-day expiry. Registered free transfer: up to 30GB with 7-day expiry.

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Protect Your Sensitive Deliveries

When sharing confidential client documents, unreleased creative work, or personal data, a public link isn't enough. Password protection ensures your files remain hidden from unauthorized viewers, giving you confidence when delivering important assets online.

How Recipients Unlock the Delivery

When a recipient clicks your delivery link, they won't see file names, previews, or download options. Instead, they are presented with a secure prompt to enter the password. Only after successful authentication is the delivery content revealed.

Recipient entering password to unlock secure file delivery
Secure file preview after successful password authentication

Full Preview After Access

Once authorized, recipients experience the full professional delivery interface. They can preview supported images, documents, and media directly in their browser before deciding to download the files.

Combine Controls for Maximum Security

Passwords are just the beginning. Layer additional security measures for complete control.

Link Expiry

Set the link to expire automatically after a set period, ensuring files aren't available indefinitely.

One-Time Download

Restrict access so the files can only be downloaded once, preventing unauthorized sharing.

Activity Tracking

Monitor exactly when your protected link was accessed and downloaded by the recipient.

Password Sharing Best Practices

  • Use a separate channel: Never send the password in the same message as the delivery link. If you email the link, text the password.
  • Create strong passwords: Avoid easily guessable passwords like "1234" or the client's name.
  • Use expiry dates: A leaked password is less damaging if the link has already expired.

Password Protection FAQs

Yes, you can apply a custom password to your delivery links to ensure only authorized recipients can view or download the files.
When a recipient opens the protected delivery link, they are prompted to enter the password before any file names, previews, or download options are revealed.
Yes, password protection can be used alongside expiry dates, one-time download restrictions, and view-only permissions.
No, recipients only need the correct password provided by the sender. They do not need to register for a SendByCloud account to access the files.

Create a Controlled Delivery

Share your files securely with password protection, expiry limits, and real-time activity tracking.