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iDeals Data Rooms Alternative
Experience a modern, secure, and cost-effective Virtual Data Room. Papersend provides the powerful features you need, without the complexity or price tag of iDeals.
Papersend vs. iDeals VDR
See why Papersend is the smart alternative for secure data rooms.
Papersend
Papersend VDR plans
from $0
Transparent paid plans
Free Plan Available
Intuitive User Interface
160+ Supported File Types Viewer
Granular Access & Security Controls
Real-time Engagement Analytics
Virtual Data Rooms
iDeals VDR
iDeals VDR plans
Quote-Based
Likely higher cost
Free Plan Available
Intuitive User Interface
160+ Supported File Types Viewer
Granular Access & Security Controls
Real-time Engagement Analytics
Virtual Data Rooms
Modern VDR Solution
Frustrated with Traditional VDR Costs & Complexity? Like iDeals?

Setting up and managing a traditional Virtual Data Room can be time-consuming and expensive. Users often face complex interfaces, rigid pricing structures, and features designed for massive enterprises, which might be overkill for many M&A deals, fundraising rounds, or due diligence processes.
Papersend offers a refreshing alternative - powerful VDR features with simplicity and affordability at its core.
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Switch to Papersend's Virtual Data Rooms for robust security, seamless collaboration, and insightful analytics, all within an intuitive platform. Start securing your sensitive documents today.
Advanced Security & Control
Protect Your Sensitive Data, Effortlessly

Papersend Data Rooms provide the robust security you expect, but with user-friendly controls. Implement passcode protection, email verification, anti-screenshot measures, download restrictions, and even single-device access limits. You maintain full control over who sees what, ensuring confidentiality throughout your process.
Experience enterprise-grade security without the enterprise-level hassle.
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Key Advantages of Papersend VDRs
Discover the features that make Papersend the smarter choice for your secure document sharing and data room needs.
Document Sharing
Without Limits
PDF, text documents, spreadsheets, slides, AutoCAD, images, emails - you name it. Papersend supports over 160 different file types, ensuring seamless sharing.
Full Access Control
and Permissions
Decide who can view your documents with granular access settings and restrictions like passcodes, email verification and confirmation. Revoke access instantly when needed.
Advanced Document
and Screenshot Protection
Your content is valuable and represents your hard work. With Document Protection enabled, safeguard it from unwanted sharing using Papersends advanced techniques.
Seamless Teamwork
and Collaboration
Invite team members, manage shared documents, set granular permissions and roles for seamless teamwork. Everything under your control.
Always Up-to-Date
with Document Versioning
Updating your content has never been easier - ensure your audience always has the latest version without the need for new links.
Document Tracking
with Full Analytics
Track engagement with detailed analytics and instant notifications, and gain insights into how your audience interacts with your documents.
Virtual Data Rooms
with Deep Insights
Easily manage and share a collection of documents in one secure space. With Papersend's Data Rooms, you can organize, share, and track multiple files while maintaining full control over access and engagement.
Custom Branding
for Your Workspace
Make Papersend truly yours. Use a custom domain for documents and Data Rooms, personalize your brand name and colors, and add your logo and banner for a fully branded Data Room experience.
Fast, Intuitive File Viewer
and User Dashboard
Managing and sharing documents has never been easier. With Papersend's modern, intuitive design, you and your audience enjoy a seamless and effortless experience - every step of the way.
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20K+
Processed Pages
90K+
Served Views
160+
Supported File Types
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Get Started FreeFAQ Your Questions About Papersend as an iDeals Alternative
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Papersend and how is it an alternative to iDeals?
Papersend offers secure document sharing, tracking, and Virtual Data Rooms (VDRs) designed for modern business needs. While iDeals focuses heavily on complex, enterprise-level transactions, Papersend provides a highly secure, user-friendly, and often more cost-effective VDR solution suitable for fundraising, M&A, due diligence, consulting, and secure collaboration, often with greater flexibility and a simpler setup.
Is Papersend really free to start? How does that compare to iDeals pricing?
Yes, Papersend has a generous free plan to get you started with core secure sharing features. Our paid plans, including those with full VDR capabilities, are transparently priced and significantly more affordable than traditional VDR providers like iDeals, which typically involve custom quotes and higher costs.
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How does Papersend's security compare to iDeals VDR?
Papersend employs robust security measures essential for VDRs, including passcode protection, email verification, single-device access limits, anti-screenshot tech, download restrictions, and expiry dates. While iDeals caters to high-compliance enterprise needs, Papersend provides the high level of security and control required for most business transactions, due diligence, and secure sharing, often with more intuitive controls.
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Can I manage user permissions granularly like in iDeals?
Yes, Papersend allows for detailed access control. You can specify who can view, download, or access specific documents or entire Data Rooms, ensuring sensitive information is only seen by authorized individuals. Our permission system is designed to be powerful yet straightforward to manage.
What makes Papersend's VDR user experience potentially better than iDeals?
Users often find Papersend more intuitive and easier to set up and navigate compared to complex traditional VDRs. We focus on a clean interface, simple workflows, and powerful features like our advanced document viewer (supporting 160+ file types) without overwhelming users. This ease of use translates to faster setup and smoother collaboration.
How easy is it to migrate from iDeals to a Papersend Data Room?
Migrating is straightforward. Sign up for a Papersend plan that includes Data Rooms, create your new VDR space, and use our simple bulk upload feature to transfer your documents. Setting permissions and inviting users is intuitive. For large-scale migrations, our support team can offer guidance.
Does Papersend offer detailed audit trails and tracking like iDeals?
Absolutely. Papersend provides real-time, page-by-page analytics showing who accessed what, when, and for how long (measuring active engagement time). You get detailed audit logs essential for tracking activity within your Data Room, providing transparency and accountability.
Who benefits most from choosing Papersend over iDeals?
Startups, SMEs, venture capital firms, private equity groups, consultants, legal teams, and financial advisors who need a secure, reliable, and easy-to-use VDR without the enterprise-level cost and complexity often associated with iDeals will find Papersend an excellent fit. It's ideal for fundraising, M&A (especially mid-market), due diligence, client reporting, and secure project collaboration.
What kind of support does Papersend offer for its Data Room users?
Papersend offers responsive customer support through various channels. We pride ourselves on helping users get the most out of our platform, whether it's setting up a Data Room, understanding analytics, or configuring security settings. Premium support options are also available.