Here are a list of common questions about FileBucket and the service we provide.
Q. What does this site do?
FileBucket helps in uploading your files simultaneously to various free file hosting providers. All you have to do is to upload your file to our server once and then it gets automatically uploaded to file hosting sites like Rapidshare, Megaupload, Sendspace, Filefactory etc. Once the file is uploaded to our server, you will be given the link to the download page which contains the all the download links.
Q. What are the benefits of using FileBucket?
- It saves your time and bandwidth.
- Downloaders of your file have more choice to download from their preferred hosting site.
- Avoid being forced to buy premium accounts.
- Since the file is uploaded to multiple mirrors, you can consider dead links as a thing of past.
- And finally FileBucket is rock solid, very reliable and completely free!
Q. How do I upload a file?
Go to FileBucket and click the "Add files" button near the middle of the page. A file dialog box will appear on your screen. You may select up to 10 files at a time without exceeding the total file size limit. Then click the Upload button and wait for your file to finish uploading. That's it, the rest is done by us.
Q. How many files can I upload at a time?
You may upload up to 10 files at a time.
Q. How do I download a file?
Go to the download page and you'll see a table listing the different hosting sites and respective download links. Click the
"FREE DOWNLOAD" button against your favorite host and you'll be taken to the download page.
Click here to see the screenshot.
Q. What is the maximum upload size?
The maximum upload size for users is 200MB.
Q. Where is the Download Link?
After upload process to our server is completed, the download link(s) will be displayed. You can share this link with your friends or post it in forums etc.
Q. Can I upload to my own account on different hosting sites?
Yes, you can upload to up to 5 hosting accounts.
Q. Why some download links show failed?
While uploading, some file host may be down temporarily. We do retry and if its not successful even after two attempts the file status is changed to Failed. If you try after few minutes it should probably work. Alternately you can check that particular file host website to see if there is any problem. Also, some files may be already blacklisted on the hosting sites which will be shown as failed status. In case a file host fails consistently, please
let us know.Q. How long is a link valid on FileBucket?
We don't delete FileBucket links as long your file isn't a violation of our terms.
Q. Can I search files uploaded on FileBucket?
Sorry, no.
Q. I cant download, clicking on links redirects me back to the same page!
Please make sure you are clicking the "CLICK HERE" button directly from the download page. If you are opening the redirect links in different window (Eg: http://FileBucket/r/IOURZMRO/2/a02903439130fbb3a8946ed876aa1e56), it will not work. Also, make sure that your browser does not have any addons which disable "send referrer" option. Addons like
Illimitux cause this issue. Another option is to try disabling your antivirus/firewall softwares and see whether it works. If it still doesn't work, please try on a different browser or
contact us.
Q. After upload, can I copy/paste individual hosting sites' links directly rather than sharing FileBucket link?
No, please always share FileBucket download link. FileBucket is a free service and running these kinds of sites require huge server cost. We rely on advertising to cover the running fee. So please show your support by sharing FileBucket link instead of using individual download links. Also, sharing a single FileBucket link is mush easier compared to listing as much as 12 mirror links. ;)
Q.What will happen if I copy all the links and don't use the FileBucket link?
We do appreciate you to pass the FileBucket link along. If your link does not receive visitors over X period of time, you risk getting your files deleted from the hosting sites as well as your account will be deleted from the site.Further if you are a site admin using the name of your site in the file name, the particular site name will be added to our "banned keyword list". Files containing banned keywords cannot be uploaded to FileBucket.
Q. What is notify by email feature?
It's an optional feature which sends you an email with the link to the download page and the status of the upload. This is useful when you are uploading a large file, enter your email before uploading, and you won't need to wait for the entire upload process to be completed. The email you receive will contain the link to the download page and the status of the uploads.
Q. Do you spam or sell my email address?
No! We respect your privacy and takes care to protect all your personal info.
Q. I'm not a registered user. I lost my download links/I forgot to copy download link after uploading. What should I do?
Please send us a message through the
support center giving the exact names of the uploaded files and the time of the upload. Though we cannot guarantee, we will try to retrieve the download links for you.
Q. Do you have any desktop tool for uploading files?
We are working on this and will be available soon.
Q. I'll pay you, can you please add my file hosting site to your mirrors list?
No, we do not add any sponsored mirrors to our list. We only add established file hosting sites so as to maintain the quality of our service.
Q. Where should I report copyright infringement?
We take abuse of our service very seriously. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied and is accessible on FileBucket, please send a proper notification to
abuse [at] FileBucket. Please read
this page for more information.
Q. I want to start my own FileBucket service. Can you help me?
Sorry, No. Please do not contact us asking for any FileBucket files/scripts/softwares. All queries will be ignored.
Account FAQ
Q. Why should I create an account?
We highly recommend creating a free account on FileBucket so you'll be able to manage and share your files uploaded on FileBucket.
Q. Help! I've forgotten my username or password.
Please follow the instructions on the
password reminder page. This link will send you an email with a new password. Be sure to check your spam/junk folder if you have not received it.
Q. How can I upload to my own accounts on hosting sites?
Once logged in, please go to
this page and enter your hosting account details.
Q. Why can't I delete my files?
Please understand that deleting FileBucket links will not delete the files stored on hosting sites. Link deletion is disabled to prevent abuse of our service. If you have a valid reason for deleting a file, please
submit a request.
Q. Why can't I rename my files?
Files are already uploaded to third party servers and hence renaming the links in FileBucket will be of no use.
Q. My files disappear?
Most probably, the files were removed for violating our terms.
Q. Why was my account banned?
We suspend accounts that indulge in serious violation of our terms. If you think it was a mistake, please send a support request.
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