Why Professionals Use Custom Links
Instill Trust
Generic links with random characters often look like spam. A custom link telling the user exactly what they are downloading increases click-through confidence.
Brand Reinforcement
Put your project, company, or file name right in the URL. Every time you share a file, you are reinforcing your brand identity.
Easy to Share
Dictate a link over the phone or type it in a text message easily. /d/photos is much easier to remember than /view.php?id=x7z9.
3 Seconds to a Custom Link
1
Upload File
Drag and drop your file on the FileXL homepage just like normal.
2
Type Name
In the "Custom Link" box, type your desired slug (e.g., marketing-kit).
3
Share
Get your instant vanity URL: filexl.com/d/marketing-kit-123456.
Stop Paying for Links
Competitors charge monthly fees for this feature. We don't.
| Feature | FileXL | Bit.ly (Basic) | WeTransfer Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Back-half | Free | $8/mo | No |
| File Hosting Included | Yes | No | Yes |
| Guest Access | Yes | Yes | No |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! FileXL believes in open sharing. Both guests and registered users can create custom download links completely free of charge.
To ensure every link works instantly without errors, we automatically append a short unique 6-digit code to the end of your custom name (e.g.,
/d/project-123456). This guarantees your link works perfectly every time.
Yes, simply type your name with spaces. Our system automatically converts spaces to hyphens (e.g., "My File" becomes "My-File") to ensure the link works correctly in all browsers.