DistilledLink
Direct links for iCloud Drive
Free · In-App Purchases
Turn files already in iCloud Drive into direct download links. No intermediate download page. Just direct links to stream video, embed on sites, or automate in a script.
Get more out of iCloud Drive with simpler file sharing. DistilledLink creates direct download links to files you already store there, without uploading another copy to another service.
Copy a link and send it to someone, or use it in a website, chat, script, service, or other tool that accepts direct download links. Files can be downloaded without an Apple Account, sign-in, or an intermediate download page. Your files stay in iCloud Drive and are shared through Apple's own services.
When iCloud Drive’s storage optimization keeps a file in the cloud rather than on your device, creating a link does not download that file to your device.
MAKE SHARING SIMPLE
- Browse your iCloud Drive folders and choose a file.
- Automatically copy new links to the clipboard, ready to paste.
- Share links with people or use them in services and automated workflows.
- Copy or share existing links whenever you need them.
- Create a fresh link when an older one expires.
KEEP YOUR LINKS ORGANIZED
- See active links, expiration details, and link history.
- View statistics for link counts, file types, and shared file sizes.
- Sync your history and settings across your iPhone and iPad using your private iCloud database.
DistilledLink does not include tracking or analytics code.
START WITH 10 FREE LINK CREATIONS
The free allowance includes 10 lifetime link creations. Unlimited Link Creation is an optional one-time purchase that removes that limit. Founding Membership is an optional monthly subscription that includes unlimited link creation while subscribed and future premium features as they become available. Your iCloud storage allowance still applies.
KNOW HOW YOUR LINKS WORK
Any person or service with a link can download its file. Access is not restricted to the original recipient, so forwarded links work too. Links expire automatically after 30 days and cannot be revoked before they expire. Direct links support individual files, not folders.
REQUIREMENTS
An iPhone running iOS 26 or later, or an iPad running iPadOS 26 or later; an Apple Account with iCloud Drive enabled; and an internet connection. Files must be fully uploaded to iCloud Drive before a link can be created. The app is currently available in English.
Privacy policy:
https://github.com/danemacmillan/DistilledLink-support/blob/main/PRIVACY.md#privacy-policy
Terms of use:
https://github.com/danemacmillan/DistilledLink-support/blob/main/TERMS.md#terms-of-use
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This update makes file browsing clearer, improves iCloud sync setup and recovery, and makes it easier to send support emails and share diagnostics across Apple devices.
Added
- Compose support emails within DistilledLink when Apple’s mail composer is available. Diagnostic emails attach the report as a plain-text .log file; the existing email-app fallback keeps diagnostics in the message body.
- Find a new FAQ explaining “File not supported” in Help & Support, including document packages and a link to Apple’s guidance.
Changed
- Added a Show unsupported files setting in Settings and the file browser menu, turned off by default to hide unsupported packages and symbolic links. When enabled, these files appear with a clear “File not supported” label. Folders containing only hidden unsupported files explain that no supported files are available to show.
- Simplified the Founding Membership presentation, with rate and membership details explained beneath the subscription card.
- Standardized the project’s Swift coding conventions with Swift Format, shared formatting rules, and documented linting and formatting commands.
Fixed
- Copied diagnostic reports can now be pasted on other Apple devices using Universal Clipboard.
- Improved iCloud sync preparation and recovery when its private storage zone is missing, while retaining local link history.
The developer, Dane MacMillan, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Diagnostics
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Dane MacMillan
- Size
- 11.8 MB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 26.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Founding Membership USD 3.99
- Unlimited Link Creation USD 5.99
- Copyright
- © 2026 Dane MacMillan

