FTAPI as a Cryptshare alternative for comprehensive, secure data exchange.
FTAPI is your alternative to Cryptshare if you need more than secure file transfer: a platform for sensitive data exchange, email security, and automated processes.
Why companies need alternatives to Cryptshare.
Secure file transfer is only one building block
Sensitive data exchange today goes far beyond individual emails: customers submit documents, service providers send confidential files, public authorities coordinate cases digitally, and teams work together on projects. To support this, companies need more than file encryption. They require processes that make the entire exchange traceable, scalable, and GDPR-compliant. Solutions that rely solely on email often reach their limits.
Companies need holistic solutions
Cryptshare (now part of Pointsharp) reliably supports the secure sending of files by email. However, as soon as additional requirements arise, companies usually need extra tools as well — for example for uploads, data rooms, or automated handovers. This leads to parallel solutions, fragmented workflows, and higher administrative effort.
Many companies are therefore looking for solutions that take a holistic approach to secure data exchange instead of covering it in isolated steps. This is exactly where FTAPI comes in.
Comparison: FTAPI as a holistic Cryptshare alternative. Cryptshare secures file transfer by email. FTAPI secures your entire external data exchange in a single platform, with modular extensions as needed.
Cryptshare (Pointsharp)
FTAPI
Security & server location
Security depends on the customer’s setup
TLS-based transfer of files and emails
Server-based encryption model
Data location and security level depend on the individual customer setup (e.g. hosting and server environment)
100 % made and hosted in Germany
Highly secure encryption for sensitive data based on the zero-knowledge principle – no third-party access
Optional end-to-end encryption
ISO 27001 certified and BSI C5 Type 2 attested
Hosting exclusively in German data centres
Pricing model
Fixed licensing models, low-cost entry
Affordable SaaS starter package for small businesses
Licence prices for larger companies depend on the number of users and the setup
Licensing is usually based on domains and mailboxes
Additional costs for running servers may apply
Tailored quotation
Individual pricing based on usage volume
No domain requirement, can be introduced gradually (e.g. first for individual teams)
Modules can be added any time (no fixed models)
Platform operating costs are included in the licenc
Use case
Solution for data transfer via email
Secure sending of large files by email
Can be used in Outlook, Notes, or webmail
APIs for integration into existing systems
Additional use cases are usually covered with further tools or add-on modules
Platform for secure data exchange
Secure emails, encrypted data rooms, and automated digital processes in one solution
Add-in for Microsoft Outlook (including new Outlook)
Optional S/MIME integrated directly – automated encryption/decryption and signatures
Software setup & support
Installation on your own infrastructure
Setup can be more involved if you need to install and manage your own server infrastructure
Support varies depending on the licence and setup, and is provided via the vendor, partners and/or online documentation
Fully supported cloud solution
Cloud-based service with onboarding and personal support directly from the vendor
Customer service with an outstanding rating
External users integrate without technical hurdles
Rely on a solution that covers your entire data exchange.
FTAPI provides comprehensive security for all sensitive data processes.
Secure emails with FTAPI SecuMails as an alternative to Cryptshare
With FTAPI SecuMails, you can send confidential content as easily as any other email — in your browser or directly from Outlook. Using an Outlook add-in, FTAPI integrates seamlessly into your day-to-day work, allowing you to encrypt and transmit files of almost any size securely and in a GDPR-compliant way, with just a few clicks. No detours, no broken workflows.
FTAPI can optionally be extended with S/MIME. In that case, the system automatically selects the appropriate encryption: if the recipient supports S/MIME, encryption follows the standard; otherwise, FTAPI’s own encryption is used. Via the SubmitBox, external users can also submit files securely and without having to register.
All external data flows on one platform
FTAPI offers far more than secure email sending. The platform covers your entire external data exchange — from protected data rooms and secure upload forms to automated digital workflows. Teams can share sensitive documents in a structured way, manage approvals digitally, or fully automate recurring processes.
All modules work together and are based on the same security architecture. This means that both individual files and complete processes can be protected reliably and managed transparently. FTAPI therefore becomes a single, unified platform for all sensitive and business-critical data processes across organisational boundaries.
Why more than 2,000 satisfied customers trust FTAPI.
Maximum security
The encryption technologies used by FTAPI meet the highest security standards and are fully GDPR-compliant.
Ease of use
FTAPI products are simple and intuitive for both administrators and employees to use – no special IT knowledge is required.
Fully certified
FTAPI is a certified data processor and meets the highest security standards in accordance with ISO 27001 and BSI C5 Type 2.
Frequently asked questions.
Cryptshare protects files and emails during transmission via HTTPS/TLS and encrypts them server-side on upload. The data is then stored on the chosen Cryptshare server – depending on the setup, for example in the DMZ, on-premises, or in an external cloud. The level of security therefore depends heavily on the specific infrastructure, configuration, and access permissions of the system in use.
Cryptshare can be used in a GDPR-compliant way. However, a crucial factor is where the solution is hosted and which technical and organisational measures are implemented within the company. Responsibility for GDPR-compliant hosting lies with the operator themselves.
Cryptshare encrypts files and messages during upload and download via a secure HTTPS/TLS connection. The transferred content is then stored on the Cryptshare server with AES encryption. Recipients access the data using a transfer ID and a password that is exchanged between sender and recipient, or automatically stored using QUICK technology.
The encryption model is server-based, meaning the data is securely stored on the server, and access depends on the specific hosting setup and the operator’s permissions.
There are a number of alternatives to Cryptshare that support secure data exchange, encrypted emails, or large file transfers. Depending on your needs, you might consider specialised secure transfer tools, solutions for protected email communication such as Zivver or Virtru, or secure collaboration platforms. Which solution is the best fit depends on your specific requirements in terms of security, hosting, compliance, range of features, and ease of use.
Companies that want to exchange sensitive or business-critical data holistically and in a GDPR-compliant way across organisational boundaries often benefit from a specialised platform solution such as FTAPI.
Yes. FTAPI supports the encrypted transfer of very large files – directly from common email clients or via a web browser – without the typical size limitations of traditional mail servers.
Protect your data as thoroughly as it deserves.
With FTAPI, you don’t just secure file transfer by email – you secure your entire data exchange on a single platform.
Flexibly scalable, cloud-based, and 100% GDPR-compliant.