Optimize Your WeTransfer Experience: A Game-Changer for Creatives and Users
WeTransfer has been a game-changer for creatives and users alike, but its expiry dates have been a major pain point. Imagine the frustration of forgetting to download files before the link expires, leading to the need to ask for a resend. Annoying, right?
But fear not, WeTransfer is stepping up its game. The company is now allowing receivers to modify the expiry date of files on their mobile app with a new "Save for Now" option. However, it's not a perfect fix.
In a recent announcement, WeTransfer claimed that users can extend the expiration date up to 30 days in their mobile app, with the bold statement that "WeTransfer links will no longer expire." But hold on, there's a catch. The number of days for extending the expiry date will depend on your plan, and links can still expire if you don't use the save option.
Users were left unimpressed by WeTransfer's messaging, as it gave the false impression that link expiry was a thing of the past. The reality is that you still need to take action to prevent links from expiring.
To avoid link expiry, users can now save links sent to them in a separate folder on WeTransfer's mobile app using the "Save for Now" feature, which acts like a bookmark icon. This feature is especially handy when you want to access files later without digging through your email inbox.
In our testing, we discovered that with a free account, you can extend a link's expiry date for up to seven days on the app, compared to the default three days. We're still waiting for WeTransfer to clarify the limits for date extension on paid plans.
In a surprising move, Italy-based Bending Spoons acquired WeTransfer last month, adding to its impressive app portfolio that includes Evernote and Meetup. WeTransfer CEO Alexandar Vassilev revealed that the platform has amassed 600,000 subscribers and 80 million monthly active users over the last decade.
In conclusion, WeTransfer's new "Save for Now" feature is a game-changer for creatives and users, allowing for more flexibility and control over link expiry dates. Stay tuned for updates on WeTransfer's plans for paid accounts, and make the most of this handy tool to streamline your file transfer experience.