kuick.ioformerly qtext.io

A file.io alternative that still works without an account

Last verified October 27, 2026

TL;DR

file.io was the go-to for files that disappear after one download, but its site now sends visitors to LimeWire. kuick.io keeps the simple flow: drop a file, get a link, and pick an expiry or a one-time link. LimeWire allows bigger files (up to 4 GB on its free plan).

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Why people look for a file.io alternative

  • www.file.io now redirects to LimeWire's pricing page.
  • LimeWire is a broader platform; some people just want a one-step upload and link.
  • You may want to share a note or a link alongside the file.

kuick.io vs file.io at a glance

Featurekuick.iofile.io
Sign-up neededNoNo (LimeWire free)
Max file size (free)100 MB per file4 GB (LimeWire free)
Delete after first viewYesWas file.io's default
Link expiry15 minutes to 24 hours3 days (LimeWire free)
Text & notesYesNo
Short linksYesNo

Choose kuick.io if…

  • You liked file.io's one-download-then-gone flow.
  • Your files are under 100 MB and you want a short link right away.
  • You also want to share text or links from the same place.

Choose file.io if…

  • Your files are over 100 MB.
  • You want links that last a few days.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to file.io?

As of October 2026, www.file.io redirects to LimeWire's pricing page.

Is there a file.io alternative that deletes files after download?

Yes. On kuick.io, turn on one-time view when you publish: the link stops working after the first open.

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