| Method | When it’s best | How to use | |--------|----------------|------------| | | Formal or work‑related sharing | Paste the link into the email body. If you used a password, either include it in the same email (less secure) or send it separately via a messenger. | | Instant messenger (WhatsApp, Signal, Discord, etc.) | Quick, informal sharing | Send the link as a message. If you need end‑to‑end encryption, prefer Signal or a similar app for the password. | | Encrypted note (e.g., ProtonMail, PrivNote) | High‑security scenario | Create a one‑time note that contains the link (and password, if you decide to combine them). Share the note’s URL with ninass. | | QR code | When the recipient is on a mobile device nearby | Use a QR‑code generator (many are built into filedot.to or you can use a free online tool) and send the image. ninass scans it with their phone camera. |

| Tip | Details | |-----|----------| | | filedot.to’s free tier typically allows 2 GB per upload. If your file is larger, consider splitting it (e.g., using 7‑Zip) or upgrading. | | Compress when possible | A ZIP or RAR archive reduces size and lets you add a password for extra protection. | | Rename for clarity | Give the file a descriptive name (e.g., ProjectReport_Q1_2026.pdf ) so the recipient knows what it is without opening it. | | Scan for malware | Run an antivirus scan before uploading, especially if the file originated from an untrusted source. |

| ✅ | Checklist item | |----|-----------------| | ☐ for your filedot.to account (≥12 characters, mixed case, numbers, symbols). | | ☐ Two‑factor authentication enabled. | | ☐ Encryption in transit – filedot.to uses HTTPS; verify the URL begins with https:// . | | ☐ Password‑protect the file (or use a separate password for the download link). | | ☐ Limit download count / set expiration to reduce exposure time. | | ☐ Separate the password from the link when sending (different channels). | | ☐ Antivirus‑scan the file before uploading. | | ☐ Delete the file after it’s no longer needed. | | ☐ Avoid sharing personal identifiers (e.g., your social‑security number) unless you have a legally compliant reason and strong encryption. |