Upload to URL
Upload any file to get a direct, CDN-powered public URL
Upload to URL is an API-first file hosting service that accepts file uploads and returns direct, CDN-backed public URLs for use in connected apps, embeds, and automation workflows. Files are stored on AWS S3 and served through AWS CloudFront, with TLS 1.3 encryption in transit, configurable retention periods, and automatic deletion after expiry.
The service exposes a REST API using a single POST endpoint with API-key authentication and JSON responses containing the URL, size, and metadata. It also offers no-code integrations for n8n, Zapier, Pipedream, and Make, plus a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server exposing upload_file and get_file_status tools for AI agents such as Claude Desktop and Cursor. Additional capabilities include file metadata and deletion APIs, webhook notifications, CORS support, and advanced analytics.
Upload to URL is aimed at developers and automation builders working with file inputs across workflows. It is packaged with a free plan offering a limited number of monthly uploads, short file retention, and a small per-upload size cap, alongside Starter, Pro, and Business editions that raise upload limits, storage, and maximum file size. Paid plans are available monthly or annually, with annual billing offering a discount.
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