Installing apps takes time, storage space, and often requires permissions you’d rather not grant. Good news: you can send large files directly from your browser without downloading anything.
Why Browser-Based File Sharing?
- Works on any device - Phone, tablet, computer, Chromebook
- No installation - Start sharing immediately
- No storage used - Nothing to download or update
- No permissions - Just a website in your browser
- Works on restricted computers - Office PCs, library computers, borrowed devices
Best Browser-Based File Sharing Services
1. FileGrab (Recommended)
FileGrab is designed specifically for browser-based sharing with a unique twist: you get your link before uploading.
How to use:
- Go to filegrab.link
- Your link is ready immediately
- Drag files onto the page
- Share the link
Limits: 100MB free, 2GB with Pro Works on: Any modern browser
2. WeTransfer
WeTransfer works entirely in the browser, though with some limitations.
How to use:
- Go to wetransfer.com
- Add files (up to 2GB)
- Wait for upload
- Get your link
Limits: 2GB, 10 transfers/month free
3. SwissTransfer
For very large files, SwissTransfer supports up to 50GB in browser.
How to use:
- Go to swisstransfer.com
- Add files
- Configure options
- Upload and share
Limits: 50GB per transfer
4. Wormhole
Wormhole offers encrypted transfers up to 10GB.
How to use:
- Go to wormhole.app
- Drop your file
- Share the link
Limits: 10GB, 24-hour expiry
5. Google Drive Web
If you have a Google account, Drive works in any browser.
How to use:
- Go to drive.google.com
- Upload files
- Right-click and share
Limits: 15GB storage total
Comparison Table
| Service | Size Limit | Speed | Encryption | No Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FileGrab | 100MB/2GB | Fast | Optional | Yes |
| WeTransfer | 2GB | Medium | No | Yes |
| SwissTransfer | 50GB | Medium | Optional | Yes |
| Wormhole | 10GB | Fast (P2P) | Yes | Yes |
| Google Drive | 15GB | Medium | No | No |
Tips for Browser-Based Sharing
1. Use a Modern Browser
Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge all work well. Older browsers may have issues with large uploads.
2. Keep the Tab Open
Don’t close the browser tab while uploading. Some services can resume, but many can’t.
3. Use WiFi When Possible
Large uploads on mobile data can be slow and expensive.
4. Check File Size First
Know how big your files are before choosing a service:
- Under 100MB: FileGrab free
- 100MB - 2GB: FileGrab Pro, WeTransfer
- 2GB - 10GB: Wormhole
- 10GB+: SwissTransfer
Mobile Browser Sharing
All these services work on mobile browsers too:
iPhone (Safari):
- Open the service website
- Tap to select files from Photos or Files app
- Upload as normal
Android (Chrome):
- Open the service website
- Tap to select files from gallery or file manager
- Upload as normal
What About Speed?
Browser-based uploads are typically just as fast as app-based ones. Your internet connection is the limiting factor, not the browser.
Some services like Wormhole and FileGrab can even be faster because they start sharing before the upload completes.
The Bottom Line
You don’t need to install anything to send large files. Browser-based services like FileGrab make it easy to share files from any device, anywhere.