FAQ

Are there log files or any backups of the file after it is deleted?

No, it is anonymous and we erase everything. Our log files contain no identifying information. There are no backups, and all files are stored encrypted.

Is it free?

Yes!

What are some use cases?

temporary.pw is an example of a pretty cool use case.

What kinds of files can I share?

No illegal or copyrighted content is allowed. By using file.io you agree to the Terms of Service

Is there a size limit?

Yes, there is a 100MB per file limit for the free version. To upgrade to a paid plan, please contact support@file.io.

I have a question or comment - how can I contact you?

We would love to hear from you: support@file.io

I am not a programmer - how do I set an expiration date for the file?

You can use resttesttest.com. For the "endpoint" put: https://file.io/?expires=1w You can change the "expires" to whatever you want - "1w" is one week.

You can see this screenshot for an example, where the resulting link to your file is highlighted.

Who are you and how can I trust you?

file.io is a project of introvert.com. It was created simply out of the joy of trying to build cool things on the internet, and we thought it may be useful for others. We take privacy very seriously and do not save any data once it has been deleted.

How did you get such a great domain name?

From the awesome service at park.io - they have a lot of great startup domain names for hackers.