datasend.co.uk

What It Is

Data Send UK is a UK-based provider of enterprise secure file transfer and virtual data room services, serving business customers only. It is not positioned as a general-purpose cloud drive; instead, it focuses on the security, compliance, and management issues involved in sending large or sensitive files via email or FTP. The service is fully browser-based and supports common browsers on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Core Features, Security, and Compliance

Its core modules include Secure File Delivery and Virtual Data Rooms. Secure File Delivery is used to send large files to email recipients: after files are uploaded, the system generates a download link and sends a notification email. Business Branded also supports receiving files from clients, a dedicated client portal, and company logo branding. Virtual data rooms are designed for secure multi-party access to sensitive documents, making them suitable for due diligence and document sharing. Security information is relatively complete: data in transit uses SSL/TLS 1.2/1.3, while data at rest is encrypted with AES 256-bit encryption. Uploaded files are scanned for viruses, and virus definitions are checked for updates 12 times per day. Files and tracking records are typically permanently deleted after 7 days. Accounts support 2FA/MFA, and Business Branded can restrict access by IP address.

Pricing and Trial

The product lineup includes Business Plus, Business Branded, and Virtual Data Rooms. Business Plus is for 1 user, while Business Branded includes 3 users plus branding and a client portal. The official positioning emphasizes simplicity, affordability, and no long-term contracts, with monthly, quarterly, annual, and Pay as you go options, and a minimum service term of 1 month. However, the captured text does not disclose specific prices. Both Secure File Delivery and data rooms offer a 14-day free trial, but users must submit company and contact details for manual review; it is not an instant self-service signup.

Pros and Cons

A key advantage is its very clear UK data residency: servers are located in UK data centers, and the service does not rely on Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Apple, or Meta cloud services. The company states that it is ISO27001 and GDPR compliant, registered with the ICO, and provides UK-based account managers plus phone and email support. Downsides include the lack of visible information on third-party integrations, APIs, granular permissions, and pricing. The 7-day automatic deletion policy works well for file transfer but is not suitable for long-term collaboration or archiving. Manual review can also slow down onboarding.

Who It’s For and Access from China

It is a good fit for UK-based businesses or organizations working with UK clients, such as law firms, accounting firms, healthcare providers, design studios, construction companies, and manufacturers, for sending sensitive documents, collecting client files, and running due diligence data rooms. There is no evidence in the text regarding access from China. Before starting a trial, users should test network connectivity, upload speeds, and the availability of PayPal/credit card payments. If stable access from within mainland China is required, consider comparing it with Jianguoyun Enterprise, Yifangyun, or Lenovo Enterprise Cloud Disk. For international virtual data room needs, alternatives to compare include Box, Egnyte, Tresorit, and Citrix ShareFile.