Developer API
Upload files and check file details directly from your terminal, scripts, or apps. No registration or API keys needed.
https://api.zipyshare.com/upload
Upload a file to ZipyShare. If an identical file already exists on our storage, it is instantly deduplicated and generates your unique share link in milliseconds.
Parameters
fileREQUIREDExample Request
curl -F "file=@presentation.zip" https://api.zipyshare.com/upload
{
"status": "success",
"url": "https://zipyshare.com/file/c1UtwuqJ"
}/file/:share_id
Retrieve metadata for any uploaded file without downloading its contents. Use this to verify file status, check the original filename, and inspect its byte size.
Path Parameters
share_idREQUIREDc1UtwuqJ) from the share link.Example Request
curl -s https://api.zipyshare.com/file/c1UtwuqJ
{
"status": "active",
"filename": "presentation.zip",
"size_bytes": 104857600,
"url": "https://zipyshare.com/file/c1UtwuqJ"
}HTTP Status Codes
Partner Direct Downloads
Whitelisted partners (such as Mobilism) can use GET /get-dl/:file_id with an X-API-Key header to receive direct file binary streams without web landing pages. Need an API key? Reach out to us via our contact page.
Why Zipyshare
100% Free
No hidden fees, no credit cards, and no subscriptions. Our service is and always will be free for everyone.
No Download Limits
We don't throttle your speeds. Experience high-speed downloads without any daily or monthly caps.
Dynamic Storage
Files stay online for up to 6 months after their last download. Every download resets the timer, so popular files can stay up indefinitely.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are files kept?expand_more
It depends on the file size, and the timer restarts every time someone downloads the file: up to 50 MB is kept for 180 days, 50–250 MB for 90 days, 250 MB–1 GB for 30 days, 1–3 GB for 14 days, and 3–5 GB for 7 days. Files that are never downloaded within 7 days of upload are removed as abandoned.
Are there any file size limits?expand_more
Yes, each file can be up to 5 GB. You can upload as many files as you like, and there are no limits on how many times they can be downloaded.
Is my data private and secure?expand_more
Your files are completely private unless you share the link. We compute cryptographic hashes to filter banned content and abuse, ensuring a safe platform.