There may already be many ways to share files. Via Bluetooth, via NFC, over the internet, through apps like Dropbox. But an app has just been released that makes transferring files, especially large ones, between friends even simpler. It also includes a system that makes sharing more private; if you're interested, learn how to do it. protect your personal files. Called Kicksend.
Created by a young team of programmers, Kicksend already existed in its web version and for iOS. Today they have launched the app for Android. It is compatible with all Android devices with, at least Gingerbread onwards. Once installed, you have to create an account or use Facebook and collect the friends to whom we want to send the files through invitations to install Kicksend. Perhaps this is the weakest point of the application.
But solved this step, everything is as simple as selecting which photos or videos we want to share and then deciding who to send them to, either to a contact or to a group of them. They assure that we can send as many photographs as we want at onceSomething that comes in handy after returning from a vacation where we've brought back hundreds of them. If you'd rather keep some hidden, find out how. hide photos on AndroidThey also say that no limitation on file size to share. But we have not yet had a chance to check if there is a limit.
But the highlight is that file transfer is private. In this, it works almost like an email account. Only the recipients can see the files we've sent. For additional layers, use a security safeKicksend also allows you to add notes to the material you're sending, allowing you to maintain a conversation with the recipient.
We can't give a full review of this app because we're just testing it. On Google Play, User ratings and opinions may change over time, so it is advisable to check them before installing.
Download Kicksend on Google Play.
Why send files over a secure channel?
Size shouldn't hold you backModern services allow you to move several GB without relying on email and its limits. Some even remove restrictions on advanced plans. If you need to free up space, look How to free up space on your Android.
Privacy and confidentiality: Encryption in transit and password protection reduce the exposure of sensitive information (finances, intellectual property or internal documents) and allow authentication and access control.
Traceability: to have shipping history (dates, recipients, status) provides useful auditing for distributed teams.
speed and reliabilityA well-designed secure channel streamlines work with fewer errors, integrating multiple file types seamlessly.
Secure and private alternatives to complement Kicksend
If you need additional options depending on the use case, these solutions stand out for encryption, anonymity or convenience:
- Sync: storage and collaboration with end-to-end encryption, redundancy in SOC 2 certified centers, infrastructure RAID and failover and high SLA; real-time backups, integrations, and a free plan with 5 GB.
- Troubled: focus on privacy with e2ee, GDPR compliance, access logs, password protection, revocation of links and servers in the EU.
- OnionShare: sharing Anonymous on Tor Creating .onion addresses; open source and without intermediaries accessing your files.
- Lufi: : Encryption before upload, administrator only sees metadata (name, size, type); no logging, saves IP for legal reasons.
- Keybase: files and messaging with public key encryption; ideal for cross-platform teams and communities.
- Datash: shipment browser to browser with encryption using public/private keys; the sender encrypts with the recipient's key.
- SafeNote: links temporary and anonymous with self-destruction and configurable expiration.
- FilePizza: P2P via WebRTC/WebTorrent in the browser, without size limits or third-party servers.
- instant.io: online torrent client; supports magnet links, streaming, speed control and ZIP download.
- ToffeeShare: drop shipping P2P with E2EE (DTLS 1.3); data is deleted upon completion of the transfer.
- WeTransfer: very popular, free and without registration, share by link or email with a simple interface.
- DocSend: access control with email verification, codes, revocation and electronic signature.
- Dropbox: easy links, plus Paper, HelloSign, Transfer and Showcase to share and control visualizations.
- Google Drive: 15 GB free, collaboration on documents, presentations and spreadsheets synchronization on all devices.
- OneDrive: Microsoft storage with office integration and simplified sharing.
- iCloud: 5 GB free, automatic synchronization in the Apple ecosystem and expandable plans.
- Smash: transfers with no size limit, expiration 14 days, password and preview.
- Webwormhole: shipping with QR code and password generated on the fly.
- JustBeamIt: Direct P2P to speed up delivery by avoiding prior uploads to servers.
- ydray: free option with limits by number of files/GB; there are references to 5 GB total/50 files or to shipments of up to 10 GB depending on the modality.
- Swiss Transfer: until 50 GB free, configurable validity and shipping protection.
- LocalSend: app cross-platform and open source to send on the same network.
- FileTransfer.io, Jumpshare y Securely Send: Practical alternatives with link delivery and pro options.
- Telegram: messaging that allows you to attach up to 2 GB per file.
- SendBig: until 30 GB, retention 7 days, AES-256, SSL/TLS and ISO 27001.
- snapdrop: sharing in the same network, simple and without accounts.
- TransferKit: stores on the network decentralized (Filecoin) with up to 32 GB per file.
- flyfile: anonymous rooms, archives up to 20 GB and expiration of 2 days.
- Wormhole: e2ee, up to 5 GB hosted 24 hours or P2P up to 10 GB.
Good practices to maintain privacy
Active password protection and link expiration when sharing sensitive material; use additional authentication when available.
For organizations, align your flows with frameworks like PCI DSS, HIPAA o GDPR, and prioritizes suppliers with certifications (e.g., SOC 2) and redundancy real.
Evaluate what the solution offers access logs, link revocation and permission control per recipient.
If you are looking for extreme anonymity, opt for P2P or Tor servicesIf you need auditing and continuity, prioritize clouds with encryption and high SLAs.
Kicksend is an agile solution for sending photos and videos privately to specific contacts, and integrates very well with mobile habitsDepending on the level of security, anonymity or data governance you need, you can combine it with best alternative apps, encrypted, P2P or auditable clouds to cover any scenario.
