Help & FAQ

Quick answers to common questions about Reachfile.

What is Reachfile?
Reachfile is like Bitly for Google Drive and OneDrive. It wraps your existing cloud files with analytics, previews, paywalls, and access controls — without moving your files anywhere.
Do I need to upload my files to Reachfile?
No. In Redirect (Lite) mode, your files stay in Google Drive or OneDrive and Reachfile simply creates a trackable link. If you want advanced features like per-page dwell time tracking, you can optionally use Full Hosting mode, which stores a copy on our servers.
What file types are supported?
Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, PDFs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and video files. PDFs and office documents are automatically converted for preview. Videos are streamed directly.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The Free plan is free forever and includes unlimited links with basic analytics (access count, referrer, device, geo). Data is retained for 90 days on the Free plan.
What analytics do I get?
Free plan: access count, referrer, device/browser/OS, geographic location, first visit vs. return. Full Hosting mode adds per-page dwell time and video engagement metrics. Paid plans unlock full analytics history.
How does the paywall work?
Connect your Stripe account via Stripe Connect. When you enable a paywall on a link, viewers see a preview first, then pay to access the full file. You keep 95% (minus Stripe's processing fee) — Reachfile takes a 5% platform fee.
Can I use my own domain?
Yes. Plus plans and above can add custom domains (e.g., share.yourcompany.com). We handle SSL certificates automatically via Cloudflare.
How does file syncing work?
Reachfile automatically syncs your linked files every few hours. If you delete or change permissions on the original file in Drive/OneDrive, Reachfile detects it and updates the link status.
Can I protect links with a password?
Yes. Passcode protection is available on all plans, including the Free plan.
What is the Email Authentication Gate?
Available on Basic plans and above. You can require viewers to verify their email before accessing a link. You can also set a whitelist (only allow certain emails/domains) or blacklist (block certain emails/domains).
Can I collaborate with my team?
Yes. Plus plans and above support team workspaces with owner, admin, and member roles. Team members share links and files within the workspace.
How do I cancel my subscription?
Go to Settings → Billing in the dashboard and click "Manage Subscription". You can cancel anytime — your plan stays active until the end of the billing period.

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