Lock it.
Deliver it.
Your files do not exist for the client until they pay.
First 3 links free · 2% per transaction after
Paid delivery in three steps
Upload and price
Add your final files. Set the delivery price.
Send the link
Send one link. Files stay locked until payment.
Get paid instantly
Your client pays → files unlock. No chasing. No awkward follow-ups.
Frequently asked questions
How does the payment gate work?
Upload your files and set a price. Your client gets a link, pays by card, and the files unlock instantly. Payment goes directly to your Stripe account.
When should I use FileDue?
When the work is done and ready to deliver. Instead of sending files and chasing payment, send the link and get paid first.
Will this feel weird or aggressive to my client?
Usually not. Your clients already pay for software, subscriptions, and digital products online every day. FileDue just turns your delivery into a clear payment step - not a follow-up conversation.
Do I need to set up Stripe?
Yes. FileDue uses Stripe Connect, so payments land directly in your Stripe account. Connect an existing one or create a new one — takes a couple of minutes.
What file types can I deliver?
Any file type - PSDs, ZIPs, videos, PDFs, source files. If you can upload it, you can lock it behind payment.
What's the fee?
Your first 3 paid links are free. After that, FileDue charges a flat 2% per paid link. Stripe charges their card processing fee separately.
Is it safe for my client to pay through FileDue?
Yes. Payments are handled by Stripe, which sends money directly to your account. Card details never touch FileDue.
What if the client doesn't pay?
Files are available to your client for 30 days after payment, then automatically removed.
What if my client wants a refund?
Refunds are between you and your client through Stripe. FileDue's 2% fee is non-refundable on completed payments.
Does my client need to create an account?
No. They open the link, pay by card, and the files download instantly. Zero friction.
Why not just send an invoice?
Invoices aren't guaranteed to be paid. FileDue is for the moment after the work is finished - when you'd rather not send files first and hope payment follows.
Can I preview what my client will see?
Yes. Every link you create includes a preview URL so you can see the exact client experience before sending.
Can I reuse the same link for multiple clients?
No. Each delivery creates a unique link for one client. You can create as many deliveries as you need.
What happens to my files after delivery?
Files are stored securely and available for download for 30 days after payment - enough time for your client to access everything. After that they're automatically removed.
Is this just a file hosting service?
No. FileDue is a payment gate — files only unlock after the client pays. Storage is part of the flow, not the point.
What if the client asks to pay outside the link?
That's your call. But FileDue exists to skip that conversation entirely — 'here's the link, files unlock on payment' is the whole negotiation.