cpcp vs cloud drive
A cloud drive fits long-term storage, sync, and shared folders. cpcp fits handing a file to another device or person once.
At a glance
This compares common consumer use, not a security audit. Third-party products change; check their current documentation. cpcp is not affiliated with them.
| Option | Best for | Requires | Trade-offs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud drive | Long-term storage, sync, and shared folders | An account, usually an app | Files stay in the account; capacity and speed rules vary by provider |
| cpcp | A one-off temporary transfer | A browser and a 6-digit pickup code | Expires after one hour; 100MB per file; no sync, versioning, or resume |
Choose cpcp when
- You need to send something once, without long-term storage or sync.
- You do not want to create an account, install an app, or manage folder permissions.
- You want the file to expire after one hour rather than stay in a cloud account.
- The recipient only needs a pickup code, not access to your drive.
Choose a cloud drive when
- You need long-term storage, cross-device sync, or version history.
- You maintain shared folders and permissions over time.
- The file will be reused repeatedly instead of transferred once.
- The file exceeds cpcp's current per-file or per-parcel limits.
Common questions
Is cpcp a cloud drive?
No. cpcp does not provide long-term storage, sync, or version history; files expire after one hour.
Do cpcp files stay on the server?
No. They expire after one hour and can no longer be picked up; storage is cleared within 10 minutes after that and cannot be recovered.
What if my file is over 100MB?
cpcp currently allows 100MB per file and 200MB per parcel. Larger files or long-term storage need a more suitable tool such as a cloud drive.