Security on UploadToLink is link-level, not account-wide. Each share can mix password, expiry, download limits, and burn-after-read (on eligible plans) independently. Understanding combinations prevents both over-sharing and accidental lockouts.
Control reference
Password gate
Blocks preview and download until correct password entered. Works for guests and members. Pair with copy-all handoff.
Expiry
Time-based invalidation. Guest links max ~8 hours; free accounts fixed 24 hours; Pro/Plus support custom durations including permanent links when justified.
Download limits
Signed-in senders cap total downloads. Guests fixed at 10 with no toggle off—design external guest workflows accordingly.
Burn-after-read
Pro/Plus only. First successful access consumes the link for future views.
Interaction examples
Public marketing one-sheet: no password, 7-day expiry, unlimited downloads (Pro).
Support screenshot: no password, 48h expiry, 10 downloads.
Confidential contract: password, 72h expiry, 3 downloads.
Recovery codes: password, 24h expiry, burn-after-read.
Dashboard and access telemetry
Signed-in users see access counts on success panels and in Manage My Shares. Use counts to confirm client opened materials before a call.
Guest vs signed-in configuration
Guests get sensible defaults with fewer knobs; teams needing custom limits should require login. Do not ask customers to use guest links for multi-day reviews.
Unsaved security settings
The uploader applies security changes before copy/open actions, with confirmation for sensitive combinations—reducing “I thought I set a password” mistakes.
Responsible use reminder
Controls reduce casual access; they do not scan uploaded content for malware or policy violations. Combine UploadToLink with organizational training and a clear sensitive files checklist.
This overview ties the controls together so senders can choose settings by risk level instead of treating every share the same way.