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You’re wrapping up a project, and you’re almost ready for the final handoff to a client. You know that, with your Dropbox cloud storage, you don't need to worry about file size limits or sending large files via email attachments.
So, how do you get your files from point A to point B safely? Should you just share a link like you always do? Or is there another way? We’re here to help you figure out the best options for sharing large files with clients and how to get the most out of your Dropbox account.
How to send large files to clients
Understanding when to create a shared link and when to transfer files is easy: If you’re still collaborating on your files, create a shareable link. If you’re finished with the project, deliver it with Dropbox Transfer.
Share any file or folder with anyone
If your project is still a work in progress, you can create a shared link for files or folders. That way, you can add comments, share updates, and request feedback from anyone—even if they don’t have a Dropbox account. You can even see who made changes to shared files in real time—making it easy to stay up-to-date on important projects. Shared files will be automatically synced and updated for anyone who has access to the files.
Deliver final files with Transfer
At this point, you’re finished collaborating and all the feedback and approvals are in. Your project is officially done.
With Transfer, you can deliver final files to anyone—with or without a Dropbox account. When you deliver files with Transfer, it sends a copy of your files, so your original work stays safe. You can drag individual files or a collection of files into Transfer or just choose files stored in Dropbox.
Transfer lets you deliver up to 250 GB per transfer. This makes it ideal for media pros and other creatives such as video editors, music producers, graphic designers, and podcasters who work with big files.
The most common file types used by these pros include AI, WAV, DWG, PSD, and MPEG-4.
Using Transfer to deliver files lets you:
- Password protect transfers, so only authorized users can collect the files
- Set custom expiration dates, so files won’t be available indefinitely
- Highlight your brand with custom logos and backgrounds
- See who’s viewed or downloaded your transfers and confirm receipt
No more wondering if your files made it to their destination.
Can I share files without creating an account?
When you send files with Dropbox Transfer, recipients don’t need to create a Dropbox account to access them. You simply share a download link, and your recipient can securely receive the files—making it easy to deliver work to clients, partners, or stakeholders without extra setup.
The safest way to send large confidential files
The safest way to send large confidential files is to use a secure file transfer tool that encrypts your data and gives you control over who can access it.
Dropbox Transfer lets you send a copy of your files—so your originals stay protected—while adding safeguards like password protection, expiration dates, and download tracking. These controls help ensure sensitive files are only accessed by the intended recipient and aren’t left available indefinitely.
Fast, secure file transfer
Now that you know when to share and when to transfer your files to clients, you can see how easy it is to get your work done without leaving Dropbox. We make it easy for you and your collaborators to simplify your workflows and get those final projects over the finish line.
Dropbox makes sending files to clients easy. Just upload your files to Dropbox, grab a shareable link, and send it off through email or chat.
Or, if you're dealing with big files, Dropbox Transfer is a game-changer. It lets you send files up to 250 GB and gives you extra perks like password protection and expiration dates for the download link.
And the best part? Your clients don’t even need a Dropbox account to receive files you transfer. It’s quick, secure, and hassle-free!
Do more than just send files with Dropbox. Beyond secure storage and sharing, Dropbox helps you organize work, collaborate with clients, and deliver projects faster—all from one place.
Frequently asked questions
Yes—there are free tools that let you send large files securely, but they often come with limits on file size, speed, or security controls. Some services offer basic encryption or temporary links, while more advanced protections like passwords, expiration dates, and delivery tracking are usually restricted. With Dropbox, you can send large files securely using shareable links, and Dropbox Transfer also offers a free way to deliver large files with simple controls—without requiring the recipient to have a Dropbox account.
