Not every school uses Google Workspace. Not every student has a Google account. But every student has a phone or computer with a browser. That's all you need.
The problem
You assigned a project. Students need to submit files. But:
- Your school doesn't have Google Classroom
- Some students use Chromebooks, some use iPads, some use phones
- Email attachments are limited to 25 MB
- You don't want to create accounts on yet another platform
The solution
Create a free upload link at getfiles.app. No account required — not for you, not for your students.
- Type your assignment title
- Add submission instructions in the description
- Click "Create upload link"
- Share the link with your class
Students open the link in any browser, upload their files, and you download everything from your dashboard.
Frequently asked questions from teachers
Q: Do students need to create an account? No. They just open the link and upload. No sign-up, no login, no email verification.
Q: Can I see who uploaded each file? Yes — there's an optional name field that students fill in when uploading.
Q: What if a student uploads the wrong file? They can upload again. Duplicate detection will flag it, but they can choose to upload anyway.
Q: Is there a file size limit? Default is 100 MB per file, which is plenty for most assignments. You can adjust this up to 500 MB in advanced settings.
Q: How long do files stay available? Up to 10 days. Download the ZIP before it expires.
Q: Is it secure? Files are transmitted over HTTPS. The upload link is unique and not publicly listed. Only people with the link can upload.
Q: Does it work on phones? Yes. Students can upload directly from their phone's camera roll or file browser.
Cost
Free. No trial period, no credit card, no premium tier required for basic use.