#File Hosting

[mishmash-webster]

putting together a list of free file sharing/hosting/storage services here for personal use bc i keep meaning to and forgetting 📁 [WIP]

(for personal use but suggestions very welcome as I’m looking to expand the list, my only real requirements are that it’s 100% free (OR has a usable 100% free version that’s not just a free trial and doesn’t require credit card info or anything else that would force you to pay under certain circumstances) and that it’s trustworthy/not sketchy)

Hosting-oriented

file.garden: requires account, made for hosting/linking-back-to but can still be used for rudimentary file storage, ability to use folders and make individual files private and unlisted, unlimited storage afaik, does not work well on mobile

Storage-oriented

Google drive: self explanatory, requires Google account, 15GB of free storage but payment needed for any more

Proton Drive: requires account, haven’t used this one personally, 5GB of free storage but any more is paid, encryption options are apparently really good, have heard complaints about lack of Linux support and file syncing issues

One-time file sharing-oriented

file.pizza: no account required, p2p in-browser file sharing by link, password protection available, highly convenient

Other (or, fulfills multiple of the above criteria)

4shared: the world’s largest file locker, very old and has weird limits to keep in mind, account required, notably the entirety of it is searchable but password protection is available, can upload files of up to 500MB each (5GB if subscribed), daily bandwidth limit of 3GB

MEGA.nz: file locker, 20GB free plan, account needed, end-to-end encryption available, pretty dang good

Tixte: file hosting/sharing service, requires an account, 15gb free plan, ability to make files public or private

Alternatives that were not made for the purpose of file storage/hosting/management/sharing but can still be used for said purposes

Pinterest: it is worth noting that if you need a place to throw some random files, Pinterest can work for that, it can majorly compress images and no longer supports GIF uploads but if you have a bunch of screenshots you need to throw somewhere you can easily make a private Pinterest board and upload them to it and no one else will be able to access it, requires an email address

Please help me expand this list! Keep in mind that I haven’t used all of these personally so lmk me if any of these descriptions are misleading or inaccurate.

Again, this was made with my own file storage needs in mind so please forgive me if they don’t exactly fit your own, I just wanted to catalogue these in one place for if I ever needed or if they’d help anyone else

[e-rated-beardo]

All right fuck it, fandom brain help me out yeah?

I need your recs for places to host images and other files.

What I absolutely need; non-negotiable:

Allows hotlinking. Otherwise there's literally no point. I want to show things on AO3.

Allows NSFW and does not hide porns behind login walls, age restrictions or any such rubbish. Again, I want to show things on AO3. I sometimes make porn.

Stable permalinks. I don't want to go back and change out every link in a year's time.

Not too tiny size limits. That said, I rarely upload images larger than a few hundred kB apiece. Sound is a different beast, though.

What I want, ideally not negotiable but if I run out of options maybe (ugh) fine:

A reasonable amount of trust that the service will stay online for a long time. I don't want to go back and change out every link in a year's time.

The ability to collect my files in one place, like albums or a personal account, so I can easily find them without keeping a list of URLs somewhere.

The ability to delete (permanently) any of my files whenever I like.

The ability to upload things that aren't images. I have smutty podfics too.

Nice-to-haves:

Delivers files decently fast

Not owned by a gross or untrustworthy company (like Xitter or Meta, say)

Acceptable UI?

This post brought to you by apparently the Internet Archive doesn't actually like smut on their servers, despite not making that clear anywhere in their terms (don't worry, I fucking checked), and what they do when they find smut on their servers is they mark the whole "item" (a bucket of related files) as "adult" and "logged in only" and now every piece of art in Scorn and the Saint-Maker past chapter 18 is an empty box because there also isn't an appeals procedure even if you remove the explicit files from the bucket.

I've been thinking of getting a paid web hotel for my personal sites that's got better terms than my current, and if I get a secondary domain I could host there without doxing myself. But I emphatically do not want to make those decisions under time pressure, and it might be nicer to avoid it entirely. So. Here we are.

[faggotfungus]

Anyone know of a good file hosting/sharing alternative to Google Drive?

I currently use Drive so I can store a client's photoshoot in a single online file folder, then just share the link with them. This makes it really easy for me and them, but with the restrictions Google is doling out and the lack of privacy, I've been switching all my Google services to something different.

[broken-dollhouse]

Sorry we're discussing filegarden sm, I promise this is the last post lol

Huge post be aware!!

We just want to share info from their bluesky, if anyone has info from their discord we absolutely would appreciate that however we aren't in their server [nor can we join any whoops] We also decided to add more information about GoDaddy, which is where the ".garden" domain filegarden uses comes from.

Here [link] is a link to their bluesky account if anyone needs it

The first three posts are from Febuary 11th @ 9:54 [am]. The resg are Febuary 12th @ 15:35 / 3:35pm

"The file.garden domain is currently down. The website (filegarden.com) and all files are fine, but direct links are inaccessible. The issue seems to be on Cloudflare's end (our domain provider). I contacted them and will post as soon as they reply. Unfortunately the average response time is 3 days."

"Cloudflare has confirmed they blocked the domain intentionally, and they did not notify me of this or provide any explanation. I submitted a request to get it unblocked and asked for further details. More updates to come."

"No response yet, but I completed a domain transfer from Cloudflare to Porkbun and can now begin restoring the domain's functionality. We relied on Cloudflare for some of our infrastructure, so replacing that may take some time. Rest assured that all will be restored. Thank you for your support. :)"

"The domain is still inaccessible on Porkbun's DNS, so Cloudflare likely misunderstood the situation and was wrong to take blame (fortunately). The issue is likely on the .garden registry's end instead (unfortunately), which is owned by GoDaddy. I contacted GoDaddy and Porkbun and will update you."

"GoDaddy confirmed they blocked file.garden for violating TLD community guidelines. This is the first I'm hearing of this, and they aren't clarifying how their guidelines were violated. They say our registrar Porkbun is responsible for appealing the block, so I'm in contact with them now."

There are also these two posts from Febuary 13th @ 18:34 / 6:34pm and 18:25 / 6:25pm respectively with the second being a reply to a user who asked "do you know how much longer it'll be till its back up ?"

"The Cloudflare support agent mistakenly confirmed they blocked the domain itself, when in reality they only blocked two individual user-uploaded files for containing abusive content. They conflated these two unrelated issues. Cloudflare hasn't wronged us other than by giving inaccurate support."

"There is no way to be sure unfortunately. We're posting more frequent minor updates on our Discord server, in case you'd like to keep track of everything going on with this case in more detail: filegarden.com/discord"

Now, I did want to discuss a bit about what a "TLD" is , a TLD is a top level domain, so urls are actually right to left. As an example "file.garden" is top level domain ".garden" This TLD , in the case of filegarden , comes from GoDaddy. I'll link their TLD policy page that shows when you look to "garden" [link].

Now GoDaddy doesn't have a good reputation, primarily with customers after they've bought their domain, with the common complaint being their customer service is awful. Heres a Reddit thread [link] we found, obviously not gospel but it does share a lot of the exact same points, ones we see within FileGarden, which is no communication from the people who work within GoDaddy about what happened and heres one going over information about pricing. 'Okay well those are old posts now' those posts are 2 and 3 yrs old respectively, however heres a post [link] from 6 months ago, another [link] from 4 months ago and also this one , discussing their trustpilot [link], from 3/4 months ago. 'Those are reddit posts tho people are biased' yes, they are reddit posts, hence why we say do not treat them as gospel, however isn't it weird everyone has the same problems? Slow site , pricing is really high compared to others, poor communication, ect. Another personal experience [link], which in this one they had to go through hoops for a refund of 4025$ USD. "I placed the pre-registration of the domain name and it costed about USD $4025. And, after placing the order the amount was deducted from my account. However soon I realized that renewal would not be at the base price but again have to pay the premium, which is not what was expected. I reached out to GoDaddy support and requested them to cancel my pre-registration. They suggested me to reached out after 14 days when the domain registration is done and then they will cancel the domain registration and do the refund."

'Why would they have a good rating if they're so bad though??' They're heavily promoted, and many people who haven't made a site before often don't know much about it or what options they may have. No domain hoster will be perfect , keep this in mind, even Cloudflare has problems of its own.

Lets look at their trust pilot , as much as I don't care heavily for it many people look there, I'll share some 1 star , 3 star and 5 star reviews, specifically the newest 3 available as most are within the last day [minus 3 stars which are older , I also skipped one as it was either a joke or wrong company.] You will notice some reviews say "invited" , all this means [per trustpilots website] "A review that's marked “Invited” indicates that the business invited the reviewer to write it by sharing a link leading directly to their review form." link

1 star;

Review 1: "On advice from a Guide I purchased a migration package and was told I needed it to avoid any issues when migrating my website from wordpress to GoDaddy. They failed to complete a successful migration, insisted it was not a guarantee, and collected my $200 fee. Used to be a fan, NO MORE, will move my business else ware. BEWARE!"

Review 2: "Just Avoid At All Costs. Terrible Company. Useless Customer service. They force you into upgrading. Free plan worked for my website great until they decided to push me into buying a plan. They limited my access to many sections of my website. And their useless customer service just wasted my time. I can't have this anymore. I'm moving my domain and website to another host." Review 3: "I removed all the cards to avoid any kid of payment to godaddy because I had previous issues with them. They don't care, and charged me again using my paypal account, which I can't remove from their panel. They literally steal hundreds the euros from me using different techniques like this one, so terrible company"

3 star ;

Review 1: "GoDaddy's call center expertise has always been swift, very intuitive and prompt. Unfortunately, GoDaddy has moved their call center off-shore (India, I presume). The gentleman was helpful to the point that he directed me to Hosting, after approximately an hour on the phone. His English was ok but hard to understand, as he investigated my issue, asked direction from his supervisor, and eventually sent me back to the US. The tech in Hosting was helpful and has submitted my code change to be completed within 72 hours."

Review 2: "GoDaddy talked the talk and at the time seemed like a good idea to pay for them to build me a website. I paid the amount in full over £1600 Which I thought was very reasonable. After half hour I decided that I’d made a mistake and basically had “buyers remorse” so called customer service to cancel the product and get a refund. They said it would have to be sent for “review “ and that I would get an email within 3 days. Didn’t hear from them so called again and again they said they would send for “review “ I asked them if they could email me proof that I had asked for a refund but they said they couldn’t send an email confirming this and that I had to wait for it to be reviewed. I still didn’t hear back so after a further 3 days I called again only to be told the same thing again only this time they cancelled the product as apparently they can’t refund until the product has been taken off . Why wasn’t I told this previously? Again they said they couldn’t send an email to confirm I had asked for a refund etc but once it had gone for “review “ ( a third time ) i would receive an email confirming the refund within 3 days So after approximately two hours of phone calls and 12 days later I finally received a refund so thank you for that. But I would have thought a company that deals in websites surly could have sent me an email confirming that I’d cancelled the product ."

Review 3: "Takes long to upload videos and very limited space , they make you buy storage to upload more videos"

5 star;

Review 1: "As someone who has minimal "tech" skills, I get very agitated and frustrated by tech issues. Mario, the person I worked with to resolve my issue, could not have been more patient, more kind nor more helpful. He not only assuaged my fears, he did it with kindness and patience. It was a huge issue to me and to my company so my appreciation for how he helped cannot be under-exaggerated. I am most grateful."

Review 2: "Jason was really helpful and resolved my issue. He even called me back because I had to do something. I told him I was not proficient with websites and he was really understanding. My overall experience with Jason and Godaddy has been exceptional! I will definately tell anyone who is planning on getting a website to use Godaddy as they provide the best customer support! Thanks!"

Review 3: "I have been working with GoDaddy for over ten years and I must say your team gets better and better when it comes to service and support. The representative, Scooter I spoke with today went above and beyond in every aspect. He was super kind, patient, and innovative when it came to suggestions on how to help me. I'm very grateful for your kind words and help Scooter. Thank you! VV"

Why don't we trust, trustpilot? Fake reviews. Thats the simple answer. Sadly as most companies, they are "allowed" often due to a high payment, with fake reviews they often have little commentary to what they're reviewing, or what they say doesn't make much sense to what they're reviewing. We personally say , regardless of what site you use , look to 2-4 star reviews first as they do tend to be the most honest , 1 star reviews can be user error or something else so always pay attention. Every review needs a grain of salt to it because companies do pay for good reviews [we are NOT saying GoDaddy does this]. We also barely trust influencer reviews, Honey is a very good example of why. From r/outoftheloop [link] "Are YouTube content creators being scammed? Are watchers getting scammed? Who is this affecting?" "Answer: The Honey App is advertised as an extension that will automatically search coupon codes for you when you are doing some online shopping. Well, there has been investigations into the extension, and they are not being as honest as they are saying. One if you click on an affiliate link from a creator to buy something, they will sometimes get credit or a commission for you purchasing that Item. However, if you scan it with honey, honey will reload the web page so they get the commission. Two: Honey will say "We scoured the internet and found you 5 codes" well, they don't actually search the internet, what is actually happening is the seller of the item chooses what coupon codes honey can use. So you you may actually be able to find a better coupon code if not using honey." Honey , a browser extention which claims to find the best codes, also happens to be owned by PayPal, a company known for not having a great reputation , post from r/paypal [link] and also ttrustpilots reviews.

Just because a website has a "good reputation" does not mean they are trustworthy. We've seen this quite a few times now, I mean so many youtuber promoted products haven't actually been good or reliable, such as betterhelp , but it holds a "good" reputation because of youtubers and possibly false reviews regardless of if its truely "good".

I'm sorry for the yapping, we wanted to try and explain what we knew about this situation , as someone who uses filegarden quite frequently.

[opendrive134]

OpenDrive   https://www.opendrive.com/ takes the headache out of the cloud by allowing you to easily share, manage, collaborate, and access all of your content online. Stay in sync with all of your data and never be without an important file again.

[productiveandfree]

Debrid vs Premium Link Generator: What’s the Difference?

In an age of rapid content consumption, efficient file downloading has become more important than ever. Users often rely on file hosting services such as Rapidgator, Nitroflare, and Uploaded to get access to large files, ranging from games and videos to professional resources. However, many of these services impose limits on free users, such as capped download speeds, long wait times, and multiple ads. To overcome these restrictions, users turn to tools like debrid services and premium link generators. Although these terms are often used interchangeably, there are key differences that define their functionality, reliability, and value.

This article explores the distinctions between Debrid and Premium Link Generators, shedding light on their individual strengths and helping you decide which tool best suits your needs.

What Are Debrid Services?

Debrid services are online tools that aggregate premium access to multiple file hosting services through a single subscription. By subscribing to a Debrid service, users get access to high-speed downloads from various file hosts without needing individual accounts for each.

Key Features of Debrid Services:

●     Access to dozens of supported file hosts

●     High-speed and parallel downloads

●     Streaming support (for videos, music, etc.)

●     Browser plugins and Kodi integration

●     Torrent support (depending on the provider)

Popular Debrid Services:

●     Real-Debrid

●     AllDebrid

●     Premiumize

●     LinkSnappy

These services are known for their stability, long-term usability, and consistent customer support.

What Are Premium Link Generators?

Premium Link Generators are websites or tools that allow users to generate direct download links from file hosts without paying for a premium account. Unlike Debrid services, many Premium Link Generators are free or offer limited access without subscriptions.

Key Features of Premium Link Generators:

● Free or freemium access to premium links

● One-time or limited use without registration

● Direct links for popular hosts like Mega, Rapidgator, Nitroflare

● No software installation required

Popular Premium Link Generators:

● Deepbrid

● Cocoleech

● Leech.ninja

● Neodebrid

These platforms often operate on an ad-supported model, offering limited bandwidth or number of downloads unless you upgrade to a paid tier.

Key Differences Between Debrid Services and Premium Link Generators

Let’s dive deeper into how these two options stacks up against each other.

1. Subscription Model

● Debrid Services: Typically require a monthly or yearly subscription for access. Prices range from $3 to $10/month.

● Premium Link Generators: Often provide free access with ads and offer optional paid upgrades for enhanced features.

2. Reliability & Uptime

● Debrid Services: Usually more reliable, with higher uptime and better server management.

● Premium Link Generators: Can be inconsistent. Free services are often overwhelmed by high traffic and may experience downtime.

3. Number of Supported Hosts

● Debrid Services: Support a broader range of file hosts and keep them updated.

● Premium Link Generators: May offer fewer hosts or only support the most popular ones.

4. Download Speed and Bandwidth

● Debrid Services: Provide consistently high-speed downloads with parallel connections.

● Premium Link Generators: Free versions often cap speed; premium tiers may offer better performance.

5. Ease of Use

● Debrid Services: May require setup (e.g., browser plugin or integration with apps like Kodi).

● Premium Link Generators: Usually web-based and simple; paste the link, click generate, and download.

6. Torrent Support

● Debrid Services: Often include torrent caching, letting users download torrent files directly as HTTP downloads.

● Premium Link Generators: Rarely offer torrent support.

7. Security and Privacy

● Debrid Services: More trustworthy with secure connections, privacy policies, and better encryption.

● Premium Link Generators: Vary in quality; some may log data or use invasive ads.

8. User Support

● Debrid Services: Offer customer support through forums, tickets, or chat.

● Premium Link Generators: Free versions rarely offer support; paid versions may offer email-based help.

9. Device Compatibility

● Debrid Services: Support integration with streaming apps, media centers, smart TVs, and even gaming consoles.

● Premium Link Generators: Typically limited to browser use.

When Should You Use Debrid Services?

●     If you regularly download files from various file hosts

●     If you need streaming and torrent support

●     If you want a reliable, ad-free experience

●     If you use Kodi, Plex, or other media platforms

A Debrid service is ideal for power users and tech-savvy individuals looking for seamless and high-speed downloads from multiple sources.

When Are Premium Link Generators the Better Choice?

●     If you only occasionally need access to a premium file

●     If you want to test a host before subscribing

●     If you don’t mind ads and slower speeds

●     If you want a quick, one-time download without registration

Premium Link Generators are better for casual users who want free access with minimal commitment.

Are Hybrid Services the Future?

Some providers are blending both approaches. For instance, sites like Deepbrid and Neodebrid offer both free and premium options, giving users flexibility based on their needs. These hybrid models are gaining traction due to their balance of convenience and performance.

Additionally, newer services are offering browser extensions, mobile apps, and cross-platform compatibility, making them more user-friendly and versatile.

The Role of Premium Link Generators in the Digital Ecosystem

While Debrid services continue to evolve with robust features and deeper integrations, Premium Link Generators are not going away. They play a critical role in accessibility, especially in regions where paid services are less feasible. Also, they serve as gateways for new users to experience premium downloads before committing to a subscription.

Tip: When using any third-party link generator, always verify the website’s reputation to avoid malware or scams. Tools like Reddit reviews, Trustpilot, and tech blogs are helpful in vetting these services.

Conclusion

While both Debrid services and Premium Link Generators aim to simplify file downloads, they differ significantly in how they deliver value.

Debrid services are more robust, secure, and ideal for frequent users or those involved in media streaming and large data transfers. In contrast, Premium Link Generators are better suited for occasional use, offering a no-frills solution for one-off downloads.

Ultimately, the choice between the two depends on your download habits, preferred hosts, need for speed, and budget.

If you frequently find yourself navigating through slow downloads, ads, and broken links, a reliable Debrid service is a smart investment. On the other hand, if your needs are infrequent, Premium Link Generators still hold their ground as convenient, low-commitment tools.

FAQs

Q1: Are Premium Link Generators safe to use? A: Many are safe, but it’s essential to use well-reviewed platforms and avoid unknown or ad-heavy websites.

Q2: Can I use both Debrid and Premium Link Generators? A: Yes, many users use both depending on the file host and their urgency.

Q3: Which is better for torrents? A: Debrid services like Real-Debrid and Premiumize offer built-in torrent support, unlike most Premium Link Generators.

Q4: Do I need to install anything for Premium Link Generators? A: Usually no. Most are web-based tools that work directly in your browser.

Q5: Can Premium Link Generators be used with download managers? A: Yes, many support integration with tools like IDM once a direct link is generated.

Share in the comments below: Questions go here

[pulipuli]

看看網頁版全文 ⇨ 臨時要傳送檔案的話，怎麽辦好呢？ / Temporarily Transferring Files Between Different Computers via Internet https://blog.pulipuli.info/2024/01/temporarily-transferring-files-between-different-computers-via-internet.html 以前要臨時傳送檔案的時候總是會靠隨身碟，然後每次插著就忘記了。 現在可以試試看/tmp/files。 ---- # 100MB以下小檔案適用 / For Small Files under 100MB。 https://tmpfiles.org/。 「/tmp/files」並不是Linux的路徑名稱，而是這個網站的名字。 它的用途很簡單，上傳100MB以下的檔案，然後就能取得下載檔案的網址。 舉例來說，我上傳了「412000043 期末報告 - 資訊圖表街訪.odt」以上面的例子來說，最後我取得的網址就是「https://tmpfiles.org/dl/3737333/412000043-.odt」。 該網址會在60分鐘之後到期移除。 因此非常適合用來傳輸臨時的小檔案。 ## 檔名會被修改的問題 / The Issue of File Names Being Altered。 需要注意的是，它的檔案名稱只會留下英文、數字跟部分的標點符號，不會保留中文。 如果你需要保留完整的檔案，不妨先把檔案用7zip之類技術壓縮後再上傳。 如此一來，就算下載的檔案名稱不會保持原本的中文，也不會影響到解壓縮後的結果。 ## 用QR碼取得網址 / Get URL from QR Code。 如果你想要用手機快速取得該網頁的網址，不妨按右鍵開啟選單，使用「Create QR Code for this page」。 現在大多瀏覽器都有支援類似的功能。 手機掃描這個帶有小恐龍的QR Code，這樣就可以取得網址、輕鬆在手機上下載檔案了。 ## 供開發者用的API / RESTful API for Developers。 https://tmpfiles.org/api。 /tmp/files還支援了RESTful API的功能。 開發者可以使用POST方法將檔案傳送到「https://tmpfiles.org/api/v1/upload」，然後便能取得臨時取用的網址。 這真的是很方便呢！。 不過最後還是要提醒大家，儘管傳送到/tmp/files的檔案會在60分鐘後刪除，但它仍然會公開在網際網路上。 請不要傳送私密、具有機密的檔案喔！。 ---- 這個簡單的分享就到這裡了。 最後要來問大家的是：你之前是怎麽傳送檔案的呢？。 - 1. LINE。因為長官都用LINE。 - 2. Email電子信箱吧。可以搜尋跟保存也是不錯。 ---- 繼續閱讀 ⇨ 臨時要傳送檔案的話，怎麽辦好呢？ / Temporarily Transferring Files Between Different Computers via Internet https://blog.pulipuli.info/2024/01/temporarily-transferring-files-between-different-computers-via-internet.html

[silicon14blog]

hey does anyone know of any good file hosters?

[chrystallink]

File Garden is another similar site I've found, and used for a few things! You got more than one option here, so please don't abuse neocities for file hosting ;w;

genuinely frustrated and upset about how much using neocities as a filehosting service is being spread everywhere. they disable hotlinking for non-html files for free accounts so it won’t even work properly for those purposes and even supporter accounts are asked not to be used as a file dump host directly by the website. neocities offers a service that no other website provides and that i think is extremely important, but they sure don’t make a ton of money doing it. please, please, do not use neocities as a filehost, they don’t want you to and i don’t want you to either. there is a reason they ask users not to

[eclecticjaceart]

i decided to expand on the ace attorney balatro deck @okartichoke made!

full texture can be found here!

[Image description: Pixel-art playing cards featuring Ace Attorney characters and items. Iris is Jack of hearts, Pearl is queen of hearts, Dahlia is queen of clubs, and the magatama is ace of hearts.

Engarde is jack of clubs, Godot is jack of spades, Manfred is king of clubs, and the Blue Badger is ace of clubs.

Diego is jack of diamonds, Mia is queen of diamonds, Franziska is queen of spades, and the ace of spades is the prosecutor's badge. End description.]

thank you @quailfence for the id!

[imfromsixam]

Quick Guide: Stay Safe While Downloading Sims 4 CC & Mods

I just published a quick guide to help you download Sims 4 CC & mods safely. ⚠️ From trusted sources to spotting red flags. Keep your game clean and secure! 😊

Read it now

[16th-of-a-twigg]

That’s a very intriguing notion… in its own way. ♚

Redraw of this 2018 piece Ko-Fi

[lucky-fydraws]

I like drawing Kuro. He's just a little guy :)

+ another one I like a little less under read more

And I'll use this read more to also remind everyone here that reblogs are better than likes. Support artists! Reblog their art! This doesn't just apply to me! Go through your likes and reblog the art you liked!

As always, image description is in ALT.

[successionsideblog]

it's december time to stream last kenstewymas

[opendrive134]

OpenDrive   https://www.opendrive.com/file-linking-with-opendrive   has also taken File hotlinking one step further by creating the ability to set a ‘per download price’. This allows owners of original content to distribute their work or services across the web through direct links, all while using a PayPal account to receive funds paid.

[ewanmitchellcrumbs]

Just found out that everything I have ever written has been AI scraped, despite me having my works on AO3 archive locked since early 2023, and I am so fucking angry, upset and disheartened.

At this point, I am not really sure if I want to continue writing (or at least publishing what I write) - I was beginning to feel deflated anyway, as giving support and motivation to others. and not feeling as though I get much back myself was killing my spark for fandom a little. Finding this out has killed it stone dead.