An Easy Way To Share Big Files with Yourself
When I have to transfer large files between my computer and client systems, I often run into trouble with FTP due to firewall or IT restrictions. Emailing the files to myself is also not ideal because of file size limits. So, after trying different methods, I’ve come up with a solution that works for me: using my email drafts as a file transfer tool.
Here’s how it works. First, I compose a message on one system and attach the files I need. Then, instead of sending the email, I simply save it as a draft. Next, I open my email on the other machine using the web interface and download the files from the draft. Since the email is never sent, I don’t encounter any file size limitations. This method has allowed me to transfer over 200 MB of files effortlessly.
What I really appreciate about this method is that it doesn’t require any additional software to be installed on the client machine. It’s a straightforward and convenient solution. I’m curious if any of you have other methods that you can suggest.
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11 thoughts on “An Easy Way To Transfer Large Files To Yourself”
Give http://file-post.net/ a try. It’s functional and easy to use.
Another option is File Apartment (http://www.fileapartment.com):
– Up to 1 GB
– Easy to use
– Free, safe, and secure
– No software or registration required
– Fast
I attempted to attach a file over 20 MB to an email in Gmail, but it didn’t work due to the file size limit.
I’ve used adrive.com. It provides 50 GB of storage and has a user-friendly interface. Unlike skydrive, adrive.com has an upload bar that lets me keep track of the progress.
I’ve been using the draft email method with Gmail for file transfers for over a year. However, I haven’t tested it with files larger than 300 MB. Another option I’ve been using is USB drive adapters to transfer files and folders over 1 GB. These adapters should be part of every IT technician’s toolkit.
Why not use online storage services like SkyDrive in Windows Live? They offer around 5 GB of free storage and function similarly to your email suggestion. People who use these services could provide more insight and recommendations.
@LuisR Yeah, that’s what I do. But what if you’re on a system where the admin disabled FTP, like a college campus? In that case, Box.net or a similar service would be useful. I usually use a combination of my domain’s FTP, Box.net, and Gmail drafts.
I’ve been using filemail.com. It allows you to send up to 2 GB of data for free. If you need to send more than 2 GB, there’s a small monthly fee. But for most people, the 2 GB limit is sufficient.
If the machines are located close to each other, there are better options, such as using the local network or storage media like USB flash drives, which are very affordable nowadays. This method is most helpful when dealing with computers that are far apart. Another approach is to upload large files to your own web space if you have a website with ample server space, and then download them from any other location. Google Docs can also be a good option, as it’s designed for this type of file sharing. You can upload files to Google Docs and even share them with others in or out of your organization. If anyone knows the specific size limitations, please share them here.
