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ShareBox alternatives

ShareBox is a native macOS app for quick, secure file sharing via temporary links. Here are 24 similar tools on DevHunt, starting with the closest matches.

Quick answerThe best free ShareBox alternative is Seafile, for self-hosted file sync. Pick Dropbox for general cloud file sync, or Intercom for customer support.

At a glance

4 closest to ShareBox
ToolBest forPricingVotesComparison
DropboxGeneral cloud file syncPaid—vs ShareBox →
SeafileSelf-hosted file syncFree, open source—vs ShareBox →
IntercomCustomer supportPaid—vs ShareBox →
NextcloudSelf-hosted collaborationFree, open source—vs ShareBox →

How to choose

  • For general cloud file sync: Dropbox (paid)
  • For self-hosted file sync: Seafile (free, open source)
  • For customer support: Intercom (paid)
  • For self-hosted collaboration: Nextcloud (free, open source)
  • For Temporary, encrypted file sharing from Finder: ShareBox itself

Closest alternatives

compared with ShareBox
  • Dropbox▲ 0 · Subscription

    Dropbox offers persistent cloud storage rather than temporary, encrypted shares. ShareBox vs Dropbox →

  • Seafile▲ 0 · Free

    Seafile provides self-hosted file sync with longer retention, not focused on quick temporary links. ShareBox vs Seafile →

  • Intercom▲ 0 · Subscription

    Intercom is a customer-service platform, not a file-sharing tool. ShareBox vs Intercom →

  • Nextcloud▲ 0 · Free

    Nextcloud is a full self-hosted collaboration suite, whereas ShareBox is a lightweight macOS sharing app. ShareBox vs Nextcloud →

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FAQ

What is the best alternative to ShareBox?+

The closest ShareBox alternatives are Dropbox (general cloud file sync), Seafile (self-hosted file sync) and Intercom (customer support). Nextcloud is also close. Each one links to a side-by-side comparison with ShareBox.

What is the best free alternative to ShareBox?+

Seafile (self-hosted file sync) is the closest free alternative to ShareBox. Nextcloud (self-hosted collaboration) is free too.

Is there an open source alternative to ShareBox?+

Yes. Seafile (self-hosted file sync) and Nextcloud (self-hosted collaboration) are open source.

What is ShareBox used for?+

ShareBox is a native macOS app for quick, secure file sharing via temporary links. Common uses: send large design assets to a client with a one-time link, share temporary build artifacts with teammates during a sprint and distribute password-protected confidential documents to external partners.

Is ShareBox free?+

ShareBox has a free tier and paid plans.