Alex Dumitru

Alex is the founder of FileDrop and the HeadwayApps software suite. He loves relaxing on the beach and enjoys multiple espressos per day.

create checklists for document collection

Collect Files with Checklists Easily: Boost Upload Success

When people are asked to upload documents, the biggest problem is usually not the upload itself. It’s the uncertainty. What exactly do they need? Which files are mandatory? Did they miss something important? “The checklist is one of the most high-powered productivity tools ever discovered.” — Brian Tracy That’s why I like this new checklist […]

Collect Files with Checklists Easily: Boost Upload Success Read More »

custom urls for file request pages

Set Custom URLs for FileDrop File Request Pages

Make Shared File Links Easier to Recognize with URL Customization When you’re sending PDFs or forms to clients, the link itself matters more than people think. A clean, readable URL looks more professional, is easier to remember, and makes it simpler to keep track of what you’ve shared. That’s the idea behind File Drop’s URL

Set Custom URLs for FileDrop File Request Pages Read More »

Replace PDF File in Link

How to Replace a File in a PDF Link with FileDrop

FileDrop has an amazing PDF hosting tool and  now supports file replacement in any link, making it easier to update shared documents without changing the link itself. Let me show you how a PDF file can be replaced with a different version while keeping the same PDF link active. File Replacement in FileDrop PDF Link

How to Replace a File in a PDF Link with FileDrop Read More »

FileDrop Updates

FileDrop Updates Week 17: Custom URLs for Pages and PDF Links, Update PDF File in Link, File Processing Deprecated

Here is what’s new at FileDrop for this week. Don’t forget to review the previous announcement and updates. — File Request Pages – Custom Links Users now can edit the url of their Page and personalized it as they wish. Edit the URL and save. Here is a quick video:   PDF Links – Personalize

FileDrop Updates Week 17: Custom URLs for Pages and PDF Links, Update PDF File in Link, File Processing Deprecated Read More »

FileDrop Updates

FileDrop Updates Week 15: Dropbox Integration, Team Member, Overage usage

Here is what’s new at FileDrop for this week. Don’t forget to review the previous announcement and updates. Dropbox integration User can now save the files automatically to any Dropbox folder they wish. The integration is very similar to our Google Drive, just connect your Dropbox account, select the folder and you are set. All

FileDrop Updates Week 15: Dropbox Integration, Team Member, Overage usage Read More »

FileDrop Updates

FileDrop Updates Week 12: Recurring Campaings, Threads and 2FA

What’s new at FileDrop. Don’t forget to review the previous announcement and updates. Recurring Campaigns Ask for documents from users automatically at any time on a schedule. Threads This replaces our Secure Send service, and it becomes a secure exchange of messages and files with autoexpiration and deletion. Add rich text format messages, images, and

FileDrop Updates Week 12: Recurring Campaings, Threads and 2FA Read More »

Screenshot 2026 03 11 at 7.25.27 PM

How to Make a PDF Read Only (5 Reliable Methods for Secure Sharing)

Key Takeaways Most read-only PDF protections can be bypassed if the file is shared Flattening or locking PDFs reduces editing but is not foolproof The safest approach is not sharing the actual file FileDrop allows secure, view-only PDF sharing with download prevention Professional tools provide branding, access control, and tracking If you’re searching for how

How to Make a PDF Read Only (5 Reliable Methods for Secure Sharing) Read More »

FileDrop Updates

FileDrop Updates Week 11: Conditional Fields, File Storage & Localization and More

Here are the latest updates from FileDrop. Better form fields design for Pages We made a few small design changes that enhances the experience of creating new fields for the File Request Pages. Conditional fields Users can now display fields based on the other fields data, multiple options are available. Localization Pages now can be

FileDrop Updates Week 11: Conditional Fields, File Storage & Localization and More Read More »

How to Post a PDF on Facebook

How to Post a PDF on Facebook (2026): 4 Proven Ways + A Bonus Tip

KEY TAKEAWAYS Facebook does not allow direct PDF uploads except in Groups, where enabled Professional link sharing via FileDrop is the most versatile workaround Converting PDFs to images works for short, highly visual documents File hosting services like Google Drive offer a free link-sharing alternative Use the link sticker on Facebook Stories to share your

How to Post a PDF on Facebook (2026): 4 Proven Ways + A Bonus Tip Read More »