TeamDrive vs. WeTransfer – Which solution is truly secure for your files

Security plays a crucial role when exchanging sensitive data. While many users rely on WeTransfer, the question arises: Is there a GDPR-compliant, secure alternative? We compare TeamDrive, the GDPR-compliant sync and file sharing service, with the popular provider WeTransfer – clear, honest, and transparent.

CriterionTeamDriveWeTransfer
GDPR-compliant✅ Yes (server locations in Germany)❌ No (server in the USA)
End-to-end encryption✅ Yes – consistently❌ No
Access control✅ Finely granulated (user & group rights)❌ No user administration
Selectable storage location✅ Yes – private cloud also possible❌ No
File size – Uploads✅ unlimited GB, depending on available storage space⛔️ Max. 2 GB (Free), 200 GB (Pro)
Permanent storage✅ Yes – for any length of time❌ No – only 7 days (Free)
Access logging✅ Yes – complete audit log❌ No
Platforms✅ Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web✅ Web, App
Pricing💡 Business-oriented (from 5€/month/user)🎯 Freemium model with upgrade option
User groups / target groups🧑‍💼 Companies, authorities, law firms, SMEs👥 General users, fast file transfer

Evaluation – which solution is suitable for whom?

TeamDrive is the ideal solution for:

  • Companies with high security requirements
  • Authorities & law firms
  • Internal and external team collaboration
  • Projects with sensitive data (e.g. HR, R&D, finance)
  • Associations

WeTransfer is suitable for

  • One-time file transfer
  • Private users with low security requirements
  • Fast transfer without registration

What makes TeamDrive particularly secure?

  • Zero-knowledge principle: not even TeamDrive can access your data
  • Industry-standard encryption (AES-256)
  • Hosting in Germany or own infrastructure possible
  • Certified data security & ISO standards

What is WeTransfer?

WeTransfer is a service from the Netherlands founded in 2009 that specializes in the simple sending of large files. The service is used by millions of people worldwide – primarily for one-off, fast file transfers without registration.

Limitations of WeTransfer (from a company perspective):

  • No data protection agreement (DPA) according to GDPR standard
  • No control over storage location or deletion
  • Not suitable for confidential or legally relevant data
  • No user or rights management possible

When is WeTransfer useful?

  • For private use without security concerns
  • One-off file transfer without long-term storage
  • Exchange of non-sensitive media files (e.g. photos, presentations)

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