CloudFiles self-curation tool helps users who'd like to enjoy CloudFiles services for genuine use-cases for free. By filling a simple form about your use-case, you can get unlimited analytics, access to restricted file types and even access to premium features, all for free.
To request curation, fill this form. We generally get back within a day or two (during holidays). You can also get around many of the limits by converting to a paid plan.
To understand why, how and whom of self curation, keep reading.
Why is this required?
CloudFiles curates its links for various security and performance reasons. However, we still want to offer unlimited file hosting and data collection for genuine users & use-cases. This includes distribution of documents, images, videos etc..., collecting analytics data for free for later use, collecting emails that could be used later etc...
CloudFiles should not be used for distribution of malicious files. It can also not be used as a streaming service, although we offer a great integration with YouTube & other video streaming service for such a use-case.
This tool offers a quick and easy way for the user to authenticate their use-case with our team to gain access to features for free. Just enter the details in this form and wait for some time.
How is curation done?
Curation is done through an easy and quick process. You fill in the form, we check the details. If everything matches up, we upgrade your account & send you a notification.
Make sure you have created an account & a link that you'd like upgraded for the curation to work. You need to enter these as covered in the section below.
What you need to do for curation?
You need to have an account and a link ready, that you need upgraded. In case you have many such links, just tell us in the comments section of the form and we'll check accordingly.
Here's a breakdown of the field that you will find in the curation form -
- Email - Enter the registered email address for your CloudFiles account.
- Name - Enter your name, preferably full & formal name.
- Link - Paste your link that you'd like to upgrade. If you have multiple links which are similar in nature (e.g. many student reports), share only one link here. You can mention about the others in the comments section.
- Use-case - Clearly state your use-case. E.g. 'I want to send out material to my audience and want to get unlimited views' or 'I have .xyz files that I want people to download from my website'
- Comments - Is there anything else you'd like us to know?
Be descriptive in your use-case explanation for a faster turnaround time. The more info you give us, the faster we can decide and upgrade.
Who should apply?
Anyone with a genuine use-case of file distribution can apply -
- Individuals distributing personal or professional material and looking for security or analytics features
- Small businesses distributing marketing or sales material
- Other individuals and professionals who need simple upgrades to achieve their purpose
The following people shouldn't apply -
- Looking to distribute malicious software or content
- Distribution of objectionable or pornographic or violent or illegal material
- Distribution of material that violates any international or local laws
Such material violates our terms or service and is quickly taken down.
What is unlocked after curation?
Various limits are removed after curation. This includes unlimited views, access to higher file sizes, access to some premium features, more file types depending on your use-case, higher analytics per link etc...
Certain premium features, especially the ones available in Pro, Business & Enterprise plans, are still restricted after curation. You can check out the pricing page for more details.