Got a massive file to send? Filemail is built for that, with desktop apps and Outlook integration for business users. But Filemail doesn't offer end-to-end encryption — your files are accessible on their servers. RocketShare handles large file transfers too, with zero-knowledge encryption that protects every byte before it leaves your browser.
At a glance
| RocketShare | Filemail | |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Zero-knowledge (AES-256-GCM) | Server-side (they hold keys) |
| Who can access files | Only you and your recipients | Filemail can access files |
| Free tier | 4 GB/month, 10 transfers, 7-day expiry | 5 GB/transfer, 2 transfers/day |
| Paid plans from | $3/month | $10/month (Pro) |
| Password protection | All plans (including free) | Paid only |
| Download limits | All plans | Paid only |
| Account required (recipient) | No | No |
| Data location | Amsterdam, EU | US & Norway |
The encryption difference
RocketShare encrypts every file with AES-256-GCM using 256-bit keys generated by the Web Crypto API — directly in your browser. The encryption key is embedded in the URL fragment (the part after #), which per RFC 3986 is never sent to the server. RocketShare cannot access your files at any point.
Filemail uses HTTPS for transfers and encrypts files at rest, but holds the encryption keys. Your files are accessible to the service on their servers.
Large file handling
Both services handle big files. Filemail offers desktop apps that can speed up transfers through UDP acceleration. RocketShare uses streaming encryption — files are encrypted and uploaded in chunks directly in your browser, so the upload starts immediately without waiting for the entire file to encrypt. No app installation required.
Pricing
RocketShare plans:
- Free — 4 GB/month, 10 transfers, up to 7-day expiry
- Mini — $3/month — 60 GB/month, 20 transfers, up to 30-day expiry
- Starter — $7/month — 350 GB/month, 40 transfers, up to 60-day expiry
- Pro — $18/month — Unlimited transfers, up to 90-day expiry
- Teams — $15/seat/month — Unlimited transfers, seat-based billing
Filemail plans:
- Free — 5 GB/transfer, limited to 2 transfers/day
- Pro — $10/month — Larger transfer limits, password protection
- Business — $15/month — Multi-user, higher limits
- Enterprise — $40/month — Full feature set
RocketShare includes password protection and download limits on all plans including free — Filemail reserves these for paid tiers. RocketShare's transfer-based pricing with automatic expiry means you pay for sending, not storing.
EU data residency
RocketShare stores all encrypted files in Amsterdam, EU, providing clear European data residency alongside zero-knowledge encryption. Filemail stores data across US and Norwegian infrastructure. For businesses handling data subject to GDPR, RocketShare's combination of EU residency and technical privacy protection matters.
Why choose RocketShare
- Zero-knowledge encryption — AES-256-GCM, keys never leave your browser
- EU data residency — files stored in Amsterdam
- No software to install — works entirely in the browser
- Password protection and download limits on all plans including free
- No account needed for recipients
- Paid plans from $3/month — less than Filemail's $10/month
Ready to share files securely?
Large file transfers with real privacy protection. Try RocketShare free — no account required to get started.