Send a video by link with in-browser playback
Send your MP4, WebM or MOV videos via a secure link. Recipients open the link and stream directly in their browser — no forced download, no external player, no account, no ads.
Free, no sign-up, temporary link. Ideal for client rushes, review cuts, training videos or family memories — up to 200 GB depending on your plan.
This guide explains how to send video by link so recipients stream in their browser. Explore mode adds a built-in player. They download only to archive or edit — up to 200 GB depending on plan.
Why send a video by link instead of email attachments
Email attachments cap at a few dozen MB — impossible for long rushes. Classic transfer services often require a full download before playback. YouTube and Vimeo need accounts, publishing and distracting recommendations. With a FileVert link in Explore mode, recipients stream in their browser with standard controls and download only if needed. Up to 200 GB on send depending on your plan.
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Prepare your video
Select an MP4, WebM or MOV file. Check size against your send limit (up to 200 GB on the right plan). You can send multiple videos in one transfer.
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Start the transfer
Drop the video(s) on the send page. No account required for standard free sending.
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Check that Explore mode is on
Explore mode is on by default for compatible transfers. Keep it on for streaming; turn off only to force direct download.
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Share the link
Copy the secure link and send it. Recipients open the link and play immediately in the built-in player; they download only to archive or edit.
Watching a video received by link: what recipients see
When recipients open the link, a video player appears in their browser: streaming playback, progress bar, pause, volume and fullscreen. They can preview the full rush or edit without installing VLC or filling Downloads. Download stays one click away as a deliberate choice.
Typical situations
Videographer
Send rushes for approval: watch before downloading heavy files.
Trainer
Share a course video: trainees watch first, save later.
Individual
Send family memories: instant playback for everyone.
Built-in video player: what Explore mode provides
- Streaming playback in the browser: no external player to install.
- Common video formats: MP4, WebM, MOV and others supported by the built-in player.
- Preview before download: recipients watch first, download if they choose.
- Very large files accepted: up to 200 GB depending on your plan.
- Free transfer, no sign-up, temporary link (2 to 15 days depending on your plan).
- Multiple videos in one link: send a batch of rushes or versions in a single URL.
Send rushes or a review cut to a client without a hosting platform
For videographers and creators: a FileVert link is a strong alternative to raw WeTransfer sends or paid review tools (Frame.io, Vimeo Review) for simple approvals. Clients open the link, stream in their browser, give feedback, and download heavy files only to edit. No monthly subscription, no recipient account, no social platform publishing.