Comparison Review

Comparing Firefox Send vs Ilusion Vault

Firefox Send was a popular end-to-end encrypted file sharing service by Mozilla. However, it was permanently discontinued in 2020. Ilusion Vault offers a modern, client-side encrypted alternative with richer features, customizable expiries, password hints, and recipient alerts.

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Why Choose Ilusion Vault?

  • doneClient-side AES-256 encryption running completely in the browser.
  • doneCustom expiry times (e.g., minutes, hours, days, burn-on-read, permanent Pro).
  • doneRecipient read notifications (email alerts when someone accesses your link).
  • doneDecryption password hints to easily share passwords out-of-band.
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Downsides of Firefox Send

  • closeDiscontinued by Mozilla in 2020.
  • closeNo longer receives security updates, bug fixes, or official hosting.
  • closeLacked advanced customization like custom address naming or custom hints.

Detailed Feature Breakdown

FeatureIlusion VaultFirefox Send
Service Status
Is the service actively maintained?
check_circleActive & Maintained
cancelDiscontinued (2020)
Encryption Algorithm
Cryptographic security protocol
verified_userAES-256-GCM Client-Side
lockAES-128-GCM Client-Side
Storage Type
Where secrets are held
check_circleZero-Knowledge Server
cancelExpired / No longer active
Max File Size
Standard upload limitations
upload_file100MB (Pro) / 15MB (Free)
infoExpired
Read Notifications
Be notified when a link is opened
check_circleYes (Email alert on read)
cancelNo
Password Hints
Secure clue for recipients
lightbulbYes (Custom text hints)
cancelNo

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