The Smart DocSend Alternative
Get all the document analytics features you need at a fraction of the cost. DocIQ offers page-level tracking, smart interactions, and bandwidth-based pricing that scales with your actual usage.
Why Teams Are Switching from DocSend to DocIQ
💰 More Affordable
Pay only for bandwidth you use, not per user or per document. Our free tier is generous, and paid plans start at a fraction of DocSend's cost.
📊 Better Analytics
Get granular page-level insights that DocSend doesn't offer. See exactly which pages readers spend time on and what they skip.
⚡ Smart Moments
Embed interactive elements directly in your documents. Capture emails, book meetings, and engage readers without leaving the PDF.
🚀 Modern Tech Stack
Built with modern web technologies for faster load times and better performance across all devices.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | DocSend | DocIQ |
|---|---|---|
| Page-level analytics | ✅ Basic | ✅ Advanced with time tracking |
| Viewer identification | ✅ Email required | ✅ Optional email capture |
| Real-time notifications | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Interactive elements | ❌ Limited | ✅ Smart Moments (full suite) |
| Custom branding | ✅ Paid plans only | ✅ All plans |
| Engagement scoring | ❌ Manual | ✅ Automated |
| Document expiration | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Password protection | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Download control | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Mobile optimized | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| API access | ✅ Enterprise only | ✅ All paid plans |
| White-label option | ✅ Enterprise only | ✅ Coming soon |
Pricing: DocSend vs DocIQ
The DocSend Pricing Problem
DocSend charges per user, which can get expensive quickly for teams. For a small team, you could be paying hundreds of dollars per month just for document tracking.
| Plan | DocSend | DocIQ |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | ❌ None | ✅ Generous free bandwidth |
| Paid Plans | Expensive per-user fees | Affordable bandwidth-based pricing |
| Pricing Model | Per user | Bandwidth-based |
| Team Access | Pay for every seat | Unlimited team members |
Why Bandwidth-Based Pricing Makes Sense
You shouldn't pay per user when document sharing is a team activity. With DocIQ's bandwidth-based pricing, your entire team can share documents and you only pay for what you actually use. Most teams find that 5-25GB per month is more than enough.
- 1GB ≈ 200-300 document views
- 5GB ≈ 1,000-1,500 document views
- 25GB ≈ 5,000-7,500 document views
Perfect For Teams Currently Using DocSend
🚀 Fundraising Founders
Track investor engagement with your pitch deck without breaking the bank. See which slides investors spend time on and follow up with data-driven insights.
- Share unlimited pitch decks with investors
- Track engagement at the page level
- Get instant notifications when investors view your deck
- Embed calendar links for easy meeting booking
💼 Sales Teams
Know exactly when prospects open your proposals and which sections interest them. Time your follow-ups perfectly and close more deals.
- Track proposal engagement in real-time
- See which products/services generate interest
- Embed CTAs directly in your proposals
- Score leads automatically based on engagement
🎨 Agencies
Share client proposals and understand what resonates. Optimize your pitch based on real engagement data.
- Track client engagement with proposals
- See which services generate the most interest
- Capture feedback directly in documents
- Share unlimited proposals with clients
Switching from DocSend to DocIQ
Making the switch is easy and takes less than 10 minutes:
- Sign up for DocIQ: Create your free account at
- Upload your documents: Drag and drop your PDFs from DocSend into DocIQ. We support all standard PDF formats.
- Update your links: Replace your DocSend links with DocIQ links. You can even set up redirects if needed.
- Invite your team: Add team members at no extra cost. Everyone can share and track documents.
- Start tracking: Begin getting better analytics at a fraction of the cost.
Need Help Migrating?
We offer free migration assistance for teams switching from DocSend. Contact us and we'll help you move your documents and set up your account.
What You Get with DocIQ
📈 Advanced Analytics
Page-level tracking, time spent per page, engagement scoring, and detailed viewer insights.
🎯 Smart Moments
Embed interactive elements: email capture, calendar booking, CTAs, and custom interactions.
🔒 Security
Password protection, document expiration, download control, and viewer authentication.
🎨 Branding
Custom branding on all plans. Add your logo and colors to the viewer experience.
📱 Mobile First
Optimized for mobile viewing. Your documents look great on any device.
🔗 API Access
Full API access on paid plans. Integrate DocIQ into your existing workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I import my documents from DocSend?
Yes! Simply download your PDFs from DocSend and upload them to DocIQ. We'll help you migrate if you need assistance.
Will I lose my analytics history?
DocSend doesn't allow exporting analytics data, so you'll start fresh with DocIQ. However, you'll quickly build up better analytics with our more detailed tracking.
How does bandwidth-based pricing work?
We track the total data transferred when viewers open your documents. A typical PDF view uses 2-5MB of bandwidth. Our free tier includes 1GB (200-500 views), which is plenty for most users to start.
Can my entire team use one account?
Yes! Unlike DocSend which charges per user, DocIQ allows unlimited team members on all plans. Everyone can upload and track documents.
Do you offer enterprise features?
Yes. We offer custom enterprise plans with SSO, advanced security features, dedicated support, and custom integrations. Contact us to discuss your needs.
What if I need more than 25GB of bandwidth?
We offer custom plans for high-volume users. Contact our sales team to discuss your needs and get a custom quote.
Is there a contract or can I cancel anytime?
All plans are month-to-month with no long-term contracts. Cancel anytime with no penalties.
What Teams Are Saying
"We were paying a fortune for DocSend for our 10-person team. With DocIQ, we get better analytics for a fraction of the cost. The switch was a no-brainer."
— Sarah K., VP of Sales at TechCorp
"The page-level analytics in DocIQ are way more detailed than DocSend. I can see exactly which slides investors spend time on in my pitch deck."
— Michael T., Founder at StartupXYZ
"Smart Moments changed how we engage with clients. Being able to embed calendar links and CTAs directly in proposals has increased our conversion rate."
— Jessica L., Agency Owner
Ready to Switch to DocIQ?
Join hundreds of teams who've switched from DocSend to DocIQ and are saving thousands while getting better analytics.
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