File Upload CLI

Three commands: (1) curl -X POST -H 'Authorization: KEY' -d '{filesMetadata}' /v1/files/{folderId} → parse for url. (2) curl -X PUT --upload-file file.bin URL. (3) curl -X POST -H 'Authorization: KEY' -d '{ids:[ID]}' /v1/files/confirm-upload.

Building + maintaining a CLI is real ongoing work; the REST API is the contract. If someone wants a CLI, they can wrap the three curl commands in a shell function in ~10 lines.

curl ships with Windows 10+. Same three commands work in PowerShell or cmd.

files.link is a developer-first file platform that makes it simple to store, secure, and deliver files globally. It provides signed URLs, public/private access, and an API-first design so you can integrate file delivery into any app without the usual complexity.

Google Drive and Dropbox are built for consumer use and collaboration. files.link is built for developers and businesses, focusing on programmatic file hosting, global delivery, and usage-based pricing — without unnecessary bloat.

Yes. Your files continue to be served globally even if the files.link dashboard or API is offline for maintenance. The delivery infrastructure runs independently, so your end users never notice downtime.

Signed URLs are secure, time-limited links that control who can access your files. They're ideal for private downloads, paid content, or temporary access.

Coming soon.

Egress means outbound data transfer. For example, if someone downloads a 1 GB file, that counts as 1 GB of egress.

files.link uses prepaid credits with usage-based billing. Add a payment method to receive $5 in credits, then usage is deducted daily from your balance. When credits run low, we automatically recharge your account — no per-user fees or subscription tiers.

Yes. Public files can have permanent links. For private files, files.link provides permalinks that automatically issue fresh signed URLs, keeping them secure while still always accessible.

files.link is ideal for SaaS platforms, agencies, and developers who need reliable file hosting and delivery without managing cloud infrastructure directly. It's like Google Drive reimagined for developers.

files.link uses prepaid credits. When you add a payment method, we charge $5 to start your credit balance. As you use storage, bandwidth, and API requests, credits are deducted daily. When your balance runs low, we automatically recharge it. No monthly subscriptions — just simple usage-based pricing.

files.link uses a global CDN with 450+ edge locations worldwide. Files are automatically cached close to your users for lightning-fast delivery, typically under 50ms in major cities.

Yes. files.link provides a REST API that makes migration straightforward. Simply upload your files via the API or dashboard, and update your application to point to the new URLs.

All file types are supported — images, videos, documents, archives, code, databases, and more. There are no restrictions on file types or extensions.

files.link supports files of any size. Whether you're storing thumbnails or multi-gigabyte videos, the platform handles it seamlessly.

All files are encrypted at rest and in transit. You can use signed URLs for private files, control access with permissions, and rely on enterprise-grade infrastructure for data protection.

Yes. files.link is API-first with a simple REST API for uploading, managing, and delivering files. Perfect for integrating file storage into your applications programmatically.

Absolutely. files.link's CDN is optimized for video delivery, providing fast streaming with global edge caching. It's perfect for on-demand video, course content, and live stream archives.