WeTransfer's Free Plan Now Caps You at 10 Transfers a Month
WeTransfer cut its free plan to 10 transfers a month in December 2024, while raising the per-transfer size limit from 2GB to 3GB. Here's exactly what changed, sourced directly, and what it means if you hit it.
If you're a WeTransfer free-plan user who suddenly got blocked mid-month, this is why: in December 2024, WeTransfer capped its free plan to 10 transfers a month. Here's exactly what changed, sourced directly from TechCrunch's original reporting — not a guess.
What actually changed (December 18, 2024)
| Change | Detail |
|---|---|
| Transfer limit | Free plan capped to 10 transfers a month |
| File size limit | Raised from 2 GB to 3 GB |
| New features on Free | Unlimited portals (collaborative folders), reviews, password protection for all transfers |
| Removed | A program that let users sell files on the platform for a 5% fee |
| New paid tier | WeTransfer Starter, $6.99/month, 300 GB size limit, same benefits as Free |
| Tier consolidation | Pro ($15/mo) and Premium ($25/mo) replaced by a single Ultimate plan at $25/month |
One detail worth being precise about: TechCrunch's original report doesn't specify whether the 10-transfer count resets on a calendar month or a rolling 30 days, or whether the 3 GB size figure is a per-transfer cap or something else. We're not going to state a more precise number than the primary source actually gave.
Why this happened
WeTransfer was acquired by Bending Spoons in July 2024. In September 2024, Bending Spoons' CEO announced plans to lay off roughly 75% of WeTransfer's staff — reported by TechCrunch, Reuters, and PetaPixel, among others. The December pricing restructure followed a few months after that.
What it means if you hit the limit
A freelancer, a small studio, or anyone sending files regularly can burn through 10 transfers faster than it sounds — one project with a few rounds of revisions can eat most of a month's allowance. The two ways around it are WeTransfer's paid tiers, or a tool where the free tier isn't metered by a transfer count at all.
ShareFile's P2P transfers don't have a transfer count or a file-size cap on the free tier, because the file streams directly between two devices and is never stored on a server — there's nothing to meter. The tradeoff is that both people need to be online at the same time; if that doesn't fit your case, see the full ShareFile vs WeTransfer comparison or ShareFile's alternative page.
How to choose
- You send files occasionally and the recipient is online now → ShareFile P2P, free, no transfer count.
- You send frequently to people who aren't online at the moment → compare WeTransfer's paid tiers against ShareFile's Pro ($9/month, 200 GB) or Studio ($99/month, team delivery).
- You're already comfortable on WeTransfer and rarely exceed 10 transfers → no change needed.
Frequently asked questions
Does WeTransfer's free plan still exist?
Yes — WeTransfer's free plan still exists, but as of December 2024 it's limited to 10 transfers a month, with a 3 GB file size limit (up from 2 GB) and some new features like unlimited portals and password protection.
What happens if I go over 10 transfers on WeTransfer free?
You'd need to upgrade to WeTransfer's Starter ($6.99/month) or Ultimate ($25/month) plan to send more.
Is ShareFile's free tier actually unlimited?
Yes, for peer-to-peer transfers — there's no transfer count and no file size limit, because the file goes directly between devices rather than being stored on a server. Cloud storage (Pro and Studio) is a separate, paid tier with its own limits.
Why did WeTransfer make this change?
WeTransfer was acquired by Bending Spoons in July 2024, which announced plans to cut roughly 75% of WeTransfer's staff two months later. The free-plan restructure followed in December 2024. We're stating what's been reported, not speculating on internal reasoning.
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