How can I achieve the advertised transfer speeds of up to 250 MB/s?

Achieving top transfer speeds depends on a chain of factors, from our servers to your personal computer and internet connection. While our servers are connected to high-capacity links capable of handling these speeds, your setup plays an equally important role.

Here's what you need for the best performance:

Fast computer: Your computer's CPU performs the encryption and decryption. A modern, powerful CPU will handle this process much faster. Similarly, reading and writing files is limited by your disk speed; a fast SSD (like an NVMe drive) is highly recommended over a traditional hard drive.
Modern web browser and OS: The efficiency of encryption and data handling can vary between browsers. For best performance, we recommend using the latest version of a modern browser like Google Chrome or Apple Safari. Your operating system also plays a role in network performance.
High-speed network connection: For the most reliable multi-gigabit speeds, a wired Ethernet connection is best. If you're using Wi-Fi, you'll need a modern router and computer that support Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) or Wi-Fi 7.
Quality internet plan: You need an internet plan from your provider that offers gigabit or multi-gigabit speeds. Be aware that some providers advertise high speeds that are only achievable when connecting to specific services within their own network. Real-world speed to external services like ours can sometimes be lower.

A real-world example:

We've seen speeds of 250 MB/s achieved with a setup like this on a residential connection:

Computer: MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2021) with an Apple M1 Max chip and 32 GB of RAM.
OS: macOS Tahoe 26.0.1.
Browser: Safari 26.0.1.
Wi-Fi Router: TP-Link Archer AXE75 (Wi-Fi 6E).
Connection: A high-quality multi-gigabit plan from a reputable internet provider.

Your geographical location relative to our servers can also impact speed. While we monitor our server load closely to prevent slowdowns, if you have the right hardware and still experience consistently slow speeds, please don't hesitate to contact us so we can investigate.