Sending large creative files? Smash is popular for its branded transfer pages and creative-friendly approach. But Smash doesn't offer end-to-end encryption — your files are accessible on their servers. If you're sharing client work, raw footage, or sensitive creative assets, that's a risk worth considering. RocketShare offers the same ease of sharing with zero-knowledge encryption that keeps your files private.
At a glance
| RocketShare | Smash | |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Zero-knowledge (AES-256-GCM) | Server-side only |
| Who can access files | Only you and your recipients | Smash can access files |
| Free tier | 4 GB/month, 10 transfers, 7-day expiry | 2 GB/transfer, 7-day expiry |
| Paid plans from | $3/month | €4.80/month (Pro) |
| File compression | None (full quality) | None |
| Password protection | All plans (including free) | Paid only |
| Download limits | Yes | No |
| Account required (recipient) | No | No |
| Data location | Amsterdam, EU | France |
Your creative work deserves encryption
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.
Whether you're sending high-resolution images, raw video footage, or design files for client review, your work is encrypted before it leaves your machine. Smash uses HTTPS in transit but stores files without end-to-end encryption on their servers.
Built for all professionals
Smash targets creative teams with customizable transfer pages and branding options. RocketShare takes a security-first approach that works across all industries:
- No file compression — full quality preserved for creative assets
- Streaming encryption for large files — upload starts immediately
- Password protection for client-sensitive transfers — included free
- Download limits to control who accesses your files and how many times
- Automatic expiry — files clean up after themselves
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
Smash plans:
- Free — 2 GB/transfer, 7-day expiry
- Pro — €4.80/month — 250 GB/transfer, up to 30-day expiry
- Team — €12/month — 1 TB/transfer, up to 10 users
RocketShare's free tier offers double the transfer size (4 GB vs 2 GB) and includes password protection — which Smash reserves for paid plans.
EU data residency
RocketShare stores all encrypted files in Amsterdam, EU, with GDPR protections. For professionals handling client data subject to data protection regulations, this matters — especially combined with zero-knowledge encryption that makes file contents inaccessible regardless.
Why choose RocketShare
- Zero-knowledge encryption — AES-256-GCM, keys never leave your browser
- No file compression — full quality preserved
- Password protection included free — Smash charges for it
- EU data residency — files stored in Amsterdam
- Download limits on all plans
- Team support with seat-based billing at $15/seat/month
Ready to share files securely?
Your creative work deserves more than HTTPS. Try RocketShare free — no account required to get started.