WeTransfer key facts
Last updated- Legal entity
- WeTransfer B.V.
- Headquarters
- Netherlands (NL)
- Ownership
- Independent
- Data hosting
- EU (any EU region)
- Infrastructure
- AWS
- Deployment
- SaaS
- Open source
- No
- US Cloud Act exposure
- Exposed
- Certifications
- ISO/IEC 27001
- Replaces
- Dropbox Transfer, Google Drive, Box, Apple iCloud
About WeTransfer
WeTransfer is a Dutch cloud-based file transfer service that enables users to upload and share large digital files. The platform focuses on creative professionals and businesses, offering both free and subscription-based tiers for high-volume data exchange. The service utilizes Amazon Web Services (AWS) for infrastructure. For users in the European Union, files are typically stored on servers in Ireland, while other transfers may be routed through or stored in US data centers. It includes security features such as TLS encryption for transfers and ISO 27001 certified management processes.
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