Release Notes

• Send a synced file directly from File Explorer by right-clicking it and choosing Send with Hivenet.
• Protect a Send link with an optional generated password. Free plans allow up to 10 transfers per calendar month; paid plans that include Send have unlimited transfers.
• Updated the Windows app design to match macOS.
• Improved syncing and upload reliability, and fixed an incorrect “All files are up to date” status.

See Send a file from your desktop computer for steps.

• Upload and download empty files and folders in Store on the web, including selections of multiple files.
• Improved drag-and-drop handling for empty files and folders. File picker support depends on your browser.
• Corrected the subscription provider shown in the profile for plans purchased through Google Play.

• Updated the app’s interface.
• Navigate the app with your keyboard. Enable Keyboard navigation in macOS System Settings → Keyboard.
• Updated the DMG installer.

See Use Hivenet in Finder on your Mac for setup and keyboard navigation.

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• Preview Markdown and HTML files directly in Store on the web, including interactive HTML presentations.
• Files and folders whose names start with a dot are hidden by default. Show them in Settings or with Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + .
• Renaming now blocks unsupported characters in file and folder names.
• Reorganized Settings and updated the map design.
• Large folders load faster.

See the Help Center guides to Markdown and HTML previews and file and folder name rules.

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• Create, change, or turn off your encryption passphrase directly in Settings.
• Screens load faster, with clearer loading indicators.
• Your password manager can now save and autofill your Hivenet sign-in details.
• Fixed file uploads using “Send a Copy” and occasional “Session expired” errors during sign-in.
• Clearer guidance when your account is being converted to the newer storage format.

• Redesigned the Home page to show your storage usage.
• The Store page now shows sync activity, storage usage, and shortcuts to your Hivenet folder, Trash, and the web app.
• Folder creation now appears in Store activity.
• Open Hivenet Send in your browser from the desktop app.
• File Explorer opens automatically after you sign in.
• Fixed an issue that prevented some downloads from starting.

• Pay for a storage plan directly in the Android app.
• Convert files from the older storage format to the current format with an in-app conversion flow.
• Manage your encryption passphrase on your phone.

• Fixed an issue that prevented you from creating a share link after filling in the email fields.

• Fixed an issue that prevented registration with Google Sign-In.

• Move files and folders to another location in Store, with an option to keep both when names conflict.
• See image thumbnails to find files more easily.
• Preview PDF, Markdown, code, and video files in your browser.
• Improved feedback when a file can't be previewed.
• Fixed the Store unavailable page layout on large screens.

• Protect files you send from your Mac with a randomly generated passphrase.
• Delete files faster.
• Signing out now revokes existing sign-in tokens.
• Improved handling of filenames that shouldn't be synchronized.
• Fixed an encryption passphrase issue.

• Updated the app's design, including the sign-in experience.
• Trashing folders is faster, including folders with many files.
• Hidden and excluded files now follow the same rules as on other Hivenet desktop platforms.
• Improved syncing for long file paths and pinned folders.
• Fixed an issue that could prevent an existing installation from updating correctly.

• Create new folders directly in Store.
• Change your theme, language, and encryption passphrase settings on mobile.
• Files are no longer renamed automatically while you're browsing them.
• You'll now see a clear error when you try to trash or delete more than 100 items at once.
• Improved the Store unavailable page.

• Upload and download entire folders, including their subfolders.
• Signing out now revokes your active login session.

• Fixed an issue that could hide Photo Backup.
• Sign up directly in the app.
• Switch themes during sign-up without losing your details.
• Email addresses are no longer case-sensitive.
• Updated encryption passphrase screen and translations.
• Cancel now works on the password reset screen.

• Sign up directly in the app.
• Choose whether to keep downloaded files when you sign out. Files are kept if you’re signed out automatically.
• More reliable uploads and Photo Backup retries.
• Fixed incorrect storage and subscription information.
• Fixed issues with dark mode and password reset.

• Download the Windows app directly from the web app.
• Go straight to sign-in or registration without an extra account-selection step.

• The native Windows app is now available.
• Upload, download, and sync files, or pin them to keep them on your computer.
• Create an account or sign in with your encryption passphrase.

Download Hivenet for Windows.

• Updated the interface across files, photos, trash, and settings, including mobile layouts.
• Signing out now ends your login session.
• Fixed encryption passphrase management for older accounts.
• The map now stays within its boundaries when you drag it.

• Send files directly from Finder using the right-click menu.
• Go straight to sign-in without an extra account-selection step.

• Updated Photo Backup with improvements to how backups are handled in the app.

• Send is now available in French and shares your language preference with the web app.
• You’ll no longer be asked for your passphrase repeatedly.
• Fixed downloads containing multiple large files.
• Clearer feedback for files near the 4 GB limit.
• Changing your email now updates the verification window.

• Preview images without downloading them.
• Rename files and folders.
• Select multiple items with Shift-click or Ctrl/Cmd-click.
• Your language and theme preferences are now saved.
• The file list header stays visible as you scroll.

• Click through your files the way you do everywhere else: single click selects, double click opens
• Folders are sorted first by default, so they're where you expect them
• See changes from your other devices as they happen, no refresh needed
• Download large batches of files in one go, reliably

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• Watch your photo backup run, and pause or resume it any time from the Photo Backup tab. Turn backup on or off in Settings. 
• Know where backup stands without hunting for it, with status and progress across the app
• The App stays responsive while a large photo library backs up, with fewer crashes and freezes. 
• Read the notes in your own language, in six of them, on the App Store

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• See where your files are stored on your Mac, with the option to change it coming in soon
• Sign in without entering credentials again, since login reuses your browser session
• Rename and move files faster, with higher metadata limits

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• Faster and more efficient Photo Backup downloads.
• Pull to refresh now fetches new photos from backup

What’s new

• You’ll now see a loading state after payment while your plan is being applied.
• Updated main colors and refreshed in-app illustrations.

Fixes & improvements

• Photos uploaded via Photo Backup now keep their original creation date.
• Fixed a crash affecting some users.

Launch of hiveDisk for iOS with features:

• Sign in or register for a Hive account.
• View, download, and share files.
• Offline access to downloaded files.
• Monitor storage space and contributions.
• Dark and light theme switch.

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• Rename and delete files/folders.
• Access recently deleted files.
• Minor bug fixes and UI improvements.

• Upload files and photos.
• Create folders for organization.

• Fixed flickering on authentication screen.
• Improved back navigation consistency.

• Rename and delete files/folders.
• Improved upload speed and reliability.
• Delete account from the app.
• Minor bug fixes and UI improvements.

• Better concurrent actions (upload, rename, delete).
• UI tweaks and folder refresh enhancements.

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Preview Feature:

• Preview downloaded files like images, PDFs, music, and videos.
• More enhancements to the preview feature coming soon.

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• Upload files.
• Create folders for organization.

• Switched to a free 3GB plan.
• Faster uploads with concurrent file chunks.
• Restore files from trash.

• Empty trash to permanently delete files.
• Move files/folders with a long-press.
• UI enhancements and bug fixes.

• Restore files from trash.
• UI enhancements and bug fixes.

• Direct file previews in hiveDisk.
• Quick navigation to the home directory with "All files" button.

• Save files to hiveDisk from anywhere in iOS.

• Empty trash selectively.
• View remaining storage space in the navigation bar.
• UI improvements and bug fixes.

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• Save to hiveDisk:

Upload photos directly from the Photo gallery.

• Upload Progress Indicator:

Visible upload/download progress bar.

• Quality & Performance:

Bug fixes and improvements.

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• Preview images, videos, and audio files.

• Improved upload and download reliability.
• UI enhancements and bug fixes.

• Mobile Contribution Flow: Contribute to hiveNet directly from your mobile device.
• File Offloading: Free up space by setting downloaded files to "make online only".
• Thumbnail Generation: Continues to generate thumbnails for uploaded/downloaded files.

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• Multiple File Saving:

Save multiple files to hiveDisk at once.

• Thumbnail Generation:

Thumbnails generated for uploaded/downloaded files for easier identification.

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• Save/Import Files:

You can now save or import files to hiveDisk.

• Performance Boost:

Slightly faster upload and download speeds.

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• Improved Upload/Download Indicators:

Track progress in system notifications and within the app.

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• Apple Files Integration:

Access and manage hiveDisk files directly from Apple's Files app.

• File Attachment in Other Apps:

Attach hiveDisk files in any iOS app that integrates with the Files app, such as Mail.

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• File Preview:

View pictures, audio, and video files.

• Large File Handling:

Improved upload and preview for large files.

• File Organization:

Move files and folders within the app.

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• Progress Bar Accuracy: More precise download and upload progress bars.
• Enhancements: Minor bug fixes and improvements for a smoother experience.

Progress Indicators: Enhanced upload/download progress visibility in system notifications and within the app.

• Multiple File Saving: Now save multiple files to hiveDisk simultaneously.
• Thumbnail Generation: Thumbnails are now created when you upload, download, or preview a file.

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• Mobile Contribution Flow: Improved process for contributing to hiveNet from your device.
• File Offloading: Option to make downloaded files "online only" to free up space.
• Background Processes: Restored background upload and download functionality for Android 12+ devices.

• Onboarding Flow: Enhanced onboarding experience for new users with new visuals.
• Direct Sign-In: Option to sign in directly with a Google account from the landing page.
• Device Compatibility: Expanded compatibility to more Android devices.

• File Provider Integration Removed: Temporarily removed iOS file provider integration.
• Faster File Management: Improved speed for moving files and folders within the app.
• Bug Fixes: General bug fixes for a smoother app experience.

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Enhancements: Minor bug fixes and improvements for a smoother experience.

Enhancements: Minor bug fixes and improvements for a smoother experience.

• Stability Improvements: Bug fixes and stability enhancements for file uploads.
• Mobile Contribution: Introducing the ability to contribute to hiveNet directly from your mobile device.
• PDF Preview: Capability to preview PDF files within the app.