Modern speed to replace legacy bloat. The ShareFile Alternative.
ShareFile feels like it's from 2010. Fast.io is built for today's speed, with no forced minimums or clunky menus.
Fast.io is the best ShareFile alternative for teams tired of forced 3-seat minimums, dated interfaces, and enterprise complexity.
Unlike ShareFile's legacy architecture, Fast.io is built on a modern global edge network. Experience instant portals, no seat minimums, and usage-based pricing that scales purely with your data.
The "Minimum Seat" Tax
ShareFile forces a 3-seat minimum purchase. If you're a lean team, you're paying for shelfware.
When ShareFile Might Be the Better Choice
ShareFile has been around for over a decade. For certain legacy workflows, it might still make sense.
- Integration with Citrix If your organization is already deeply invested in the Citrix ecosystem or VDI solutions.
- E-Signature Centric Workflows If you use RightSignature heavily and want it bundled in the exact same bill.
When Fast.io Is the Winner
Fast.io is built for the modern web—fast, clean, and intuitive.
Solo Practitioners
Why pay for 3 seats when you are 1 person? Fast.io scales from 1 to 10,000 users seamlessly.
Client-Facing Teams
Impress clients with modern portals that reflect your brand, not a 2010-era file index.
Don't let software slow you down.
ShareFile is known for being... robust. In other words, often slow and complicated. It was built for a different era of the internet, when enterprise software was expected to be clunky.
Fast.io is built on modern edge technology. It feels instant, looks beautiful, and gets out of your way so you can work. Your clients will notice the difference between receiving a generic link and a branded, high-speed portal.
The Hidden Cost of Minimums
$635 Per Year Wasted
A solo consultant on ShareFile Advanced pays ~$53/month because of the 3-seat minimum. That's over $600 a year paid for two phantom employees.
Fast.io has zero per-seat fees. You pay for the storage you use. Invite your team, your clients, your freelancers—it costs the same: $0 extra.
Client Portals: First Impressions Matter
ShareFile
- Functional but dated design
- Often forces account creation
- "Enterprise software" feel
Fast.io
- Modern, beautiful interface
- Frictionless guest access
- Custom branding included
Feature-by-Feature
| Feature | Fast.io | ShareFile |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Usage-based (Credits) | Per-user (min 3 seats) |
| Minimum Seats | None (Start w/ 1) | 3 Users Required |
| Interface | Modern & Fluid | Dated / Clunky |
| Transfer Speed | Optimized Global Edge | Standard |
| Client Portals | Beautiful & Custom | Basic / Functional |
| Video Streaming | HLS adaptive streaming | Progressive download |
| AI Search | Natural language queries | Basic keyword search |
| Guest Access | Unlimited & Free | Charged per user |
Migration is Simple
Because Fast.io has no setup fees or contracts, you can run it alongside ShareFile while you transition.
Export
Download your files from ShareFile.
Upload
Drag and drop into Fast.io. Experience the speed difference immediately.
Re-share
Send new, faster links to your clients.
Common Questions
Is ShareFile owned by Citrix?
Yes, it's now part of Cloud Software Group (CSG). This means it carries the legacy "enterprise" DNA—complex pricing, seat minimums, and a focus on large deployements rather than user experience.
Do you have portals?
Absolutely. Our portals are a core feature, designed to be visually stunning and incredibly fast for your clients to use on any device.
Calculate your savings
See how much you save by removing the "minimum seat" tax.
Estimate your savings
Affects ShareFile Premium pricing. Fast.io includes unlimited seats.
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