WeTransfer files expire.Peony data rooms live forever.
WeTransfer is great for sending files that disappear after a week. But when you need persistent data rooms with analytics, screenshot protection, dynamic watermarks, NDA gating, and AI-powered document chat, you need Peony.Set up in under 5 minutes. No credit card required.
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Side-by-side comparison
WeTransfer is a simple file transfer tool where files expire after 7 days on the free plan. Peony is a complete virtual data room with persistent document sharing, analytics, security, and AI built in — designed for fundraising, M&A, and investor relations.
PeonyWhy teams switch from WeTransfer to Peony
WeTransfer was built for one-time file drops that expire. Modern deal workflows and document sharing demand persistent data rooms, granular security, and AI-powered document intelligence.
Documents that never expire
WeTransfer files disappear after 7 days on the free plan. Peony gives you persistent data rooms where your documents stay available to investors and partners as long as you need — organized with folders, permissions, and branded viewer experiences.
Full viewer analytics
WeTransfer has zero tracking — you cannot see who opened your files or what they looked at. Peony shows you which pages each viewer read, how long they spent per slide, and their total engagement time.
Document security
WeTransfer has no access controls, no watermarks, and no screenshot protection. Peony blocks screen captures, stamps every page with the viewer's identity, and gates access behind NDAs to keep your deal documents confidential.
AI document chat
WeTransfer has no AI capabilities. Peony lets investors and partners ask questions about your documents and get instant AI-powered answers around the clock. Close deals faster by removing information bottlenecks.
Pricing comparison
Peony gives you page-by-page analytics on every plan. The Business plan ($40/admin/mo) adds data rooms, screenshot protection, dynamic watermarks, and AI document chat. WeTransfer only transfers files with no document management features at any price.
Peony
Free
$0
2 GB storage, unlimited links
Pro
$20/admin/mo
200 GB storage
Business
$40/admin/mo
1 TB storage
Analytics on every plan. Pro adds e-signatures. Business adds data rooms, screenshot protection, watermarks, NDA gating, and AI chat.
WeTransfer
Free
$0
2 GB per transfer, files expire in 7 days
Pro
$15/mo
File transfer with password protection
Premium
$25/mo
Larger transfers with branding
No data rooms. No viewer analytics. No screenshot protection. No watermarks. No NDA gating. No AI features. No e-signatures.
When to use each platform
WeTransfer works for quick, casual file drops where tracking and security do not matter. Peony is the better choice when you need persistent document sharing with analytics, security, and AI intelligence for business workflows.
Choose WeTransfer when you need
A quick, one-time file drop with no need for tracking or security
Sending large creative files to a collaborator casually
Temporary file sharing where expiration is acceptable
Simple personal file transfers with no business requirements
Choose Peony when you need
A secure data room for fundraising, M&A, or due diligence
Persistent document sharing where files never expire and stay organized
Page-by-page analytics to see exactly which slides investors care about
Screenshot protection, dynamic watermarks, and NDA gating to protect confidential deal documents
AI document chat so investors get instant answers without waiting for your team
Built-in e-signatures for NDAs, term sheets, and closing documents
What Peony gives you that WeTransfer does not
Share documents without losing control
WeTransfer has no security controls. Anyone who downloads your files can copy, screenshot, and forward them freely. Peony blocks screen captures and stamps every page with the viewer's identity and timestamp — so if a document leaks, you know exactly who shared it.
Screenshot protection
Block screen captures of sensitive documents. WeTransfer has no post-download controls — once files are saved, they can be screenshotted and shared without restriction.
Dynamic watermarks
Every page stamped with the viewer's email and timestamp. Trace the source of any leak instantly — something a file transfer tool like WeTransfer cannot do.
NDA-gated access
Require investors to sign an NDA before they see a single page. Built-in e-signatures make it seamless — no separate signing tool needed. WeTransfer has no access gating.
Know exactly which slides your investors care about
WeTransfer has zero tracking. You cannot see who downloaded your files, what they opened, or how they engaged with your content. Peony shows you which pages were read, how long each investor spent per slide, and their total viewing time. Prioritize your follow-up calls based on real engagement data.
Let investors ask questions and get instant answers
WeTransfer has no AI capabilities — it drops files and disappears. Peony's AI document chat lets investors and partners ask questions about your data room and receive instant, accurate answers pulled directly from your documents — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Close deals faster by removing information bottlenecks.
"The team at Peony put craft into everything they do; from the product to their support, they shine through how much they care."
Germain Brion
Founder, Veritai
Frequently asked questions
Is Peony a good WeTransfer alternative for production companies sharing content securely?
It depends on what you need. WeTransfer is a simple file transfer tool where screeners and dailies expire after 7 days on the free plan. If production companies or studios need persistent, tracked sharing of screeners, licensing agreements, or content catalogs with distributors and buyers, Peony is the better choice. Peony gives you page-by-page analytics on every plan, and the Business plan ($40/admin/mo) adds data rooms, screenshot protection, dynamic watermarks, and NDA gating for pre-release content.
What is the difference between Peony and WeTransfer for media professionals?
WeTransfer sends screeners and dailies that expire — it is a one-time transfer with no tracking, no access controls, and no document management. Once a distributor or buyer downloads the file, studios lose all visibility. Peony is a complete data room where licensing agreements, content catalogs, and screeners live permanently in secure, organized rooms with viewer analytics, watermarks, granular permissions, and auto-indexing that automatically classifies, OCRs, and enables full-text search across every uploaded file. Peony is built for content distribution, media licensing, and deal workflows.
Do WeTransfer files expire?
Yes. On the free plan, WeTransfer files expire after 7 days. Even on paid plans, transfers are temporary by design. Peony provides persistent data rooms where screeners, licensing agreements, and content catalogs stay available to distributors, buyers, and reviewers as long as you need them — with no expiration on any plan.
Does WeTransfer have document analytics for tracking who viewed shared screeners?
No. WeTransfer has no viewer analytics, no page tracking, and no engagement data. Studios cannot see which distributors or buyers opened their screeners or which sections of a licensing agreement they reviewed. Peony provides page-by-page analytics showing exactly which pages each reviewer read, how long they spent per page, and their total viewing time — critical for gauging buyer interest at film markets and during territory rights negotiations.
How does Peony pricing compare to WeTransfer for a production company?
Peony starts free ($0) with 2 GB of storage and unlimited links — with no per-viewer, per-page, or per-link limits on any plan. Pro is $20 per admin per month with 200 GB and adds e-signatures for licensing agreements. Business is $40 per admin per month with 1 TB and adds data rooms, screenshot protection, dynamic watermarks, and AI document chat. WeTransfer's free plan allows 2 GB per transfer but files expire in 7 days. WeTransfer Pro is $15 per month and Premium is $25 per month — but neither offers data rooms, analytics, or security features for protecting pre-release content.
Can WeTransfer replace a data room for media licensing and content catalog deals?
No. WeTransfer is a one-time file transfer tool with no document management, no access controls, and no analytics. For content catalog deals and media licensing, studios need a platform like Peony that provides structured data rooms, page-by-page engagement tracking showing which buyers reviewed which territories, NDA gating, screenshot protection for pre-release screeners, and Smart Q&A — a 4-step workflow where buyers submit questions about licensing terms, AI drafts answers from your documents, your team reviews, and approved responses are published.
Does Peony have features for secure content sharing that WeTransfer does not?
Yes. Every Peony plan includes page-by-page analytics, AES-256 encryption, 2FA, and link expiry. The Pro plan ($20/admin/mo) adds password protection and e-signatures for licensing agreements. The Business plan ($40/admin/mo) adds data rooms, screenshot protection, dynamic watermarks, NDA gating, AI document chat, custom branding, and granular access controls — all backed by TLS 1.3 in transit on SOC 2-ready, GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA compliant infrastructure. These features let studios control exactly who can view pre-release screeners and content catalogs. WeTransfer offers none of these features — it is purely a file transfer tool.
Can a media team migrate from WeTransfer to Peony for tracked content distribution?
Yes. Peony is designed for quick setup — production companies can create their first data room in under 5 minutes. Upload screeners, licensing agreements, and content catalogs, configure security settings like watermarks and NDA gating, and share a single link with distributors or buyers. Unlike WeTransfer, your documents in Peony never expire and come with full analytics and security built in, so studios always know who accessed what.