The Safedrop Blog

The ICO expects you to encrypt. Here’s what that actually means.
The ICO now expects encryption when sending personal data. Most tools still fall short – especially on CLOUD Act risks. Here’s what it really means for councils and law firms, and why reputation (not just fines) is the real sting.
AI I Can Finally Use (Because I Don’t Trust Those Tech Bro F*ckers With My Data)
I use AI every day. We’ve generated most of the code for Safedrop 2026 with AI. It’s bloody amazing, and frightening (And I don’t know

Governments Worldwide Tighten Cybersecurity: Why UK Organisations Need Secure File Sharing Now
As global lawmakers move to modernise cybersecurity laws, one thing is clear: secure, transparent, and compliant file sharing is no longer optional. It’s essential. In

WeTransfer’s Clause 6.3: Why the new terms still raise red flags, and how safedrop is better
When ‘improve our service’ sounds like too much In July 2025, WeTransfer updated its Terms of Service. The original wording in Clause 6.3 sparked public

safedrop vs WeTransfer: Which File Sharing Tool Wins for Professionals?
If you’re sharing files for work, especially in law, finance, healthcare, or government, you can’t afford mistakes. You need a tool that keeps your data

New in safedrop: Edit sent drops without starting over
Ever hit “send” on your safedrop and immediately realise you missed something? Forgot a recipient. Shared the wrong file. Sent the right message to the