UTsend
UTsend is a secure file transfer service used for sharing content with internal or external users. All files are encrypted, authenticated, and virus-scanned.
- A great alternative to Google Drive or Dropbox to share files.
- UTsend is a one time send/share.
- Files that require multiple realtime collaborators or frequent revising, OneDrive might be a better option.
- U of T faculty, librarians, and staff can upload files and send file request links through UTsend.
- Outlook/email is used for general communication, but it is not encrypted.
- UTsend is a secure alternative to email for sending and receiving confidential information and supports the transfer of large files.
- Recipients will receive UTsend notifications via email but all file transfers will occur through the UTsend website.
- UTsend is approved for sharing up to and including Level 4 data.
- Supports the transfer of large files – up to 29 GB per message.
- Files are hosted for 14 days and are encrypted, authenticated and virus-scanned to ensure maximum security.
Where can I get more support?
Related resources / similar tools
How to Get Started
UTsend can be accessed using your UTORID at: send.utoronto.ca
You can send a file to someone via UTsend by “dropping off” that file into the application. Downloading a file that someone else has sent to you is referred to as a file “pick up”.
UTsend hosts files for 14 days so this service is not suitable for long-term storage. Please keep a downloaded copy of any files transmitted via UTsend in another appropriate location for your own records.
Considerations
UTsend has been evaluated by the University’s Information Security team, and it has been deemed safe to use for up to and including Level 4 (four) data.
Examples of level 3 data:
- Student numbers/names/marks/records
- Research data classified as confidential by funding agencies/research ethics board.
Example of level 4 data:
- Personal health information, research data requiring stronger security controls.
Reference the University of Toronto Information Security Data Classification Standards for full information.
Last Modified:
10 November, 2025
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