Large file support
Free accounts include 5MB total storage, great for documents and images. Paid plans unlock much larger limits.
How-To Guide
How to share large files
without limits.
Email won't let you send large files. WeTransfer links expire. Pond gives you permanent links to share files of any size. Upload once, share forever.
- Large file support
- No expiring links
- Fast downloads
- Share anywhere
Step-by-step guide
- 1
Create a free account
Sign up with your email. Free accounts include 5MB total storage. Paid plans support much larger files and storage.
- 2
Create a pond for your files
Click "New Pond" and name it. You can organize multiple files in one pond or create separate ponds for different projects.
- 3
Upload your large file
Drag and drop your file or click to browse. Upload progress shows in real-time. Large files are handled efficiently.
- 4
Get your shareable link
Once uploaded, click the file to copy its link. This link is permanent; it won't expire after 7 days like other services.
- 5
Share with anyone
Send the link via email, text, or any messaging app. Recipients can download directly; no account needed.
Why share files with Pond?
The best way to share large files online
Permanent links
Unlike WeTransfer, your links don't expire after 7 days. Files stay available as long as you need.
Fast downloads
Global CDN ensures fast download speeds for recipients anywhere in the world.
Organize your files
Keep files organized in ponds by project or client. Easy to find and manage.
Password protection
Add passwords to sensitive files. Control who can access your shared content.
No recipient account needed
Anyone with the link can download. No sign-up required for recipients.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about cloud file hosting and CDN delivery
Cloud file hosting lets you store files online and access them from anywhere via a link. With Pond, your files are distributed across a global CDN for fast delivery worldwide. Perfect for sharing images, videos, audio, documents, and any other file type.
Upload your images to Pond and get direct links instantly. Use these URLs in websites, social media, emails, or anywhere you need. Pond supports JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG, and other image formats with fast CDN delivery.
Free accounts have a 5MB total storage limit, perfect for documents and small files. Paid plans offer much larger storage limits for video hosting and large archives. Check our pricing page for specific limits on each plan.
A CDN (Content Delivery Network) caches your files at edge servers worldwide. When someone requests a file, it loads from the nearest server location, dramatically reducing latency. Pond includes global CDN delivery on all plans for the fastest possible file loading.
Pond includes bandwidth on all plans with no surprise overage charges. We believe in predictable pricing. If you consistently exceed limits, we work with you on a plan that fits your needs, with no sudden account suspensions.
Yes, every file gets a direct URL for embedding. Use it in image tags, video players, audio players, download links, or anywhere you need. Pond serves files with proper CORS headers for seamless cross-domain embedding.
Create multiple ponds to organize files by project, client, category, or any structure you prefer. Each pond can have its own settings, custom domain, and access controls. Keep your file library organized and manageable.
Yes, Pond supports video file hosting for MP4, WebM, and other video formats. Upload videos and get direct links for embedding in websites or sharing. Videos are served through our global CDN for smooth playback worldwide.
Yes, Pond provides an API for programmatic file uploads and management. Integrate file hosting into your applications, automate uploads from your build pipeline, or build custom workflows. API access is available on paid plans.
Your files stay online as long as your account is active. There are no automatic deletion periods; upload once and your files remain available indefinitely. For free accounts, we ask that you log in occasionally to keep your account active.
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