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Downloading Files

How to download a transfer​

When someone shares an Upvault link with you, open it in a browser. The link opens a web app that shows the files included in the transfer.

  • Single file — tap Download and the file downloads directly.
  • Multiple files — tap Download and all files are bundled into a single ZIP archive that downloads together.

No Upvault account is required to download.

Upvault uses end-to-end encryption. The decryption key is embedded in the transfer link as a URL parameter (key=...). Without the full, unmodified link, the files cannot be decrypted or downloaded.

If you received a truncated or broken link, ask the sender to share the complete link again.

Downloads work best in Safari, Chrome, or Firefox. Some in-app browsers (e.g. inside Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter/X) may intercept or block downloads — if you have trouble, tap the option to open the link in your default browser instead.

Transfer links expire 24 hours after they are created. Ask the sender to re-upload and share a new link. See Link Expiry for more details.