Free to start — no credit card required

Collect documents from anyone —
without the follow-ups.

Send a secure link with a checklist and a deadline. Recipients upload files directly — no account, no app, no training. FolioDoc sends escalating reminders, tracks every submission, and logs a full audit trail.

EU-HostedAll data stored on Hetzner servers in GermanyGDPR CompliantFull compliance with EU data protection regulations including DPATLS EncryptedAll connections secured with TLS 1.2+ encryptionAntivirus ProtectedEvery uploaded file is automatically scanned for malware2FA ReadyOptional two-factor authentication via authenticator appsFull Audit TrailEvery upload, reminder, and status change is logged
FolioDoc

Q1 2025 Tax Documents

Due Mar 15, 2025

Active

Checklist

W-2 / 1099 formsRequired
Prior year tax returnRequired
Business expenses summary
Estimated deductions notes

Recipients

Sarah Chen

Done

James Wilson

In progress

Maria Garcia

Pending

Recent activity

Sarah Chen uploaded W-2 / 1099 forms2m ago
James Wilson opened magic link1h ago
FolioDoc sent reminder to Maria Garcia3h ago

Create request

Define checklist, add recipients, set deadline

Recipients upload

Secure magic link — no account needed

Review & export

Track progress, download ZIP, full audit trail

Product

A controlled workflow, not a file drop

Three roles, three phases. You stay in control from request to export.

Sender

You define the request

  • Create a checklist of files and information you need
  • Add recipients by email — they don't need an account
  • Set a deadline and choose an escalation schedule

Full control over what gets collected, from whom, by when.

Recipient

Recipients upload via secure link

  • Each recipient gets a unique, SHA-256 hashed magic link
  • They upload files and answer questions in a clean portal
  • No password, no account, no app to install

Zero friction. Recipients spend under 5 minutes.

Sender

You review, download, done

  • Track progress in real-time — see who submitted, who hasn't
  • Download files individually or as a ZIP archive
  • Export submission data as CSV for your records

Complete audit trail. Every action logged.

Capabilities

What FolioDoc handles for you

So you can focus on your work, not chasing paperwork.

Escalating reminders

Automated reminders get progressively more urgent as the deadline approaches. You never send a follow-up email again.

5-layer file validation

Every upload is checked for size, content type, extension, magic bytes, and per-recipient quotas. Executables and scripts are rejected.

Real-time progress dashboard

See who has submitted, who opened their link, and what's still missing — all in one place.

Bulk export

Download all files as a ZIP archive or export submission data as CSV. Organized by recipient.

Configurable retention

Set data retention from 14 to 365 days. Data auto-purges after the retention period. Or delete anything, anytime.

GDPR-ready from day one

Data Processing Agreement included. Full account deletion. Audit trails on every deletion. Built as a data processor under GDPR.

Built for professionals who collect sensitive documents

Tax & Accounting

Collect W-2s, receipts, and financials from clients before tax season deadlines.

HR & Onboarding

Gather signed offer letters, ID copies, and compliance forms from new hires.

Legal & Compliance

Request contracts, certifications, and disclosures from multiple parties.

Property Management

Collect lease agreements, insurance certificates, and move-in documentation.

FolioDoc is not for everyone

Not a file storage or collaboration platform — use Google Drive or Dropbox for that

Not built for internal team file sharing — FolioDoc collects documents from external parties

Not a replacement for e-signature tools — use DocuSign or PandaDoc for signing workflows

Security

How FolioDoc protects sensitive documents

Built for professionals who handle tax returns, legal contracts, and HR records.

EncryptionTLS 1.2+ on all connections
Magic linksSHA-256 hashed, raw tokens never stored
File validation5 layers — type, extension, magic bytes, size, quota
AntivirusClamAV scans every upload, infected files rejected
RetentionConfigurable 14–365 days, auto-purge
Rate limitingPer-user + per-IP, stricter on portal
Audit trailEvery deletion and access logged
HostingEU-hosted infrastructure (Germany)
ComplianceGDPR data processor, DPA included

What FolioDoc does not do

No tracking in the app or portal

Analytics run only on public marketing pages, only with your explicit consent. The dashboard and recipient portal are tracking-free.

No staff access to your files

FolioDoc staff cannot view uploaded documents.

No data sharing with third parties

Your data is never sold, shared, or used for training.

Common questions before signing up

Try it with a real request

The free plan works for real use — not just a demo. Create a request, send it to a client, and see what they experience. No credit card. Delete everything anytime.

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