YouSendIt for Web Apps

So you’re trying to send a 50MB video or a folder of client designs and your email just… refuses. Yeah, that’s the exact moment I reached for YouSendIt for Web Apps. No more “file too large” errors, no more waiting for slow uploads. Just drag, drop, hit send, and boom - the recipient gets a link in their inbox. It’s not fancy, but it works when you need something fast and reliable.

The good stuff

What really clicked was how clean and simple it is. I uploaded a 90MB presentation with a note attached, and within seconds, the recipient got an email with a direct download link. No login required on their end, which is a win for people who hate signing up for anything. And the preview feature? Nice touch - you can see exactly what they’ll see before hitting send. That saved me from sending a file with a typo in the subject line. Also, the free tier lets you send up to 100MB - plenty for most work stuff, like project drafts or photos. The 7-day expiry isn’t forever, but it’s enough for most one-time deliveries.

The not-so-good

But here’s the catch: you’re trusting a third party with your files. I don’t love uploading sensitive documents to someone else’s server, especially if there’s no encryption visible. The app doesn’t say much about security beyond “secure file sending,” so you’re kind of taking their word for it. Also, if you want to send bigger files - like a full HD movie - you’d need the paid upgrade for 2GB, which feels underwhelming compared to services like WeTransfer or Dropbox. And yeah, 14 days for premium files is better than 7, but still not long-term storage. If you’re sharing things that need to live longer, this isn’t the tool.

Bottom line

If you need to send a medium-sized file once and don’t care about keeping it forever, YouSendIt for Web Apps is fine. It’s not flashy, but it does its job without drama. The free version is solid for casual use. But if you’re handling confidential stuff, or need long-term access, look elsewhere. For quick, no-hassle sends, it’s worth a try - especially since it’s free. Just don’t expect anything fancy.